Tours/Sofia/Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
3.7(17)Sofia1–2 hours
VIATOR2.2(6)TRIPADVISOR4.5(11)
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At a glance
Duration
1–2 hours
Price from
$16 / person
Location
Sofia, Bulgaria
Rating
3.7 / 5 · 17 reviews
Languages
DE, RU, CMN, EL
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
MeOnTour - from locals to glocals
Meeting point
For the privately-guided option.
Description
The Cathedral is one of the symbols of Bulgaria. Explore it inside and outside with a knowledgeable guide. You would understand an in-depth information, secret hints and its service today. Your entrance ticket is included in the price.
Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Sat, Oct 10
Adult (ages 13–90)
$16
Child (ages 3–12)
$10
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Self-guided
Your transport, our logistics
Privately guided
Our transport,guide,logistics
Itinerary
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Admission included120 min
The St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is a Bulgarian Orthodox cathedral in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Built in Neo-Byzantine style, it serves as the cathedral church of the Patriarch of Bulgaria and it is one of the largest Christian church buildings, as well as one of Sofia's symbols. The St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Sofia occupies an area of 3,170 square metres (34,100 sq ft) and can hold 5,000 people inside. It is one of the largest Eastern Orthodox Cathedrals and church buildings in the world, third-largest Orthodox Cathedral located in Southeast Europe.
What's included
Included
Choice between self-guided and privately-guided tour
E-guide with all info for your convenience
Tour of the Cathedral (in the privately-guided option)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.7
17 reviews
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How it compares in Sofia
Starting price $16 is 72% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Sofia
Excurgo comparison of 609 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral take?
Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral lasts about 1–2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral cost?
Prices start at $16 per person for this Sofia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $10, adults from $16.
Can I cancel Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is For the privately-guided option. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Guided Visit to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, CMN, EL, JA, EN, EN, IT, FR, HE, TR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(17)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Oscar_G
April 3, 2026 · via Viator
Disappointment. I had a self-guided tour and found no link or meeting point
It was a bad experience for me. I couldn't fully enjoy the attraction. Location problems
Operator response
Hola Oscar, te enviamos todo lo necesario para tu visita autoguiada por correo electrónico con un día de antelación. La guía electrónica y las audioguías están disponibles. Puedes usarlas cuando quieras. Es muy extraño que escribas así. Por favor, revisa tu correo electrónico; allí lo encontrarás.
Saludos cordiales, El equipo
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Hr_N
October 28, 2025 · via Viator
Really good and a must while in Sofia or around
Very informative activity with rich, interesting and useful information. Glad that we booked it and consumed it all. Alexander Nevsky cathedral is superb with this activity because you get to know so much.
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Gema_M
October 11, 2025 · via Viator
Scam
It's a scam. There's no guide or anything.
The cathedral is free and they only give you a PDF of 2 sheets for you to read.
NOT recommended.
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Joan M
September 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Is the icon of sofia
After visiting the wonderful parks of Sofia the visit to the cathedral is mandatory because it is beautiful on the outside and spectacular and great inside
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Judi_R
September 7, 2025 · via Viator
Good information
The tour is not an actual audio with headphones. It’s a pdf that is downloaded. Information is very good.
Operator response
Hello Judy, the file has got an audio version too which you can listen to. We had sent to you instructions on how to do it easily.
We see that you missed that from what you wrote.
All the best,
The Team
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Omar S
April 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
If you are in Sofia, it is worth seeing
Beautiful cathedral, a spectacular square, but as soon as you enter, you really see the Byzantine art a show I recommend it to all visitors who are in Sofia
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Kaos_Kassandra
April 22, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Vititing Sofia for a week. It is worth a longer visit!
A lot of valuable information about the history of Bulgaria. Our guide Dimitri was very well informed and gave us the whole historic panorama. For people interested in history really a good experience.
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iledami
December 29, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful
Wonderful cathedral, both evening and day!! Free admission, very Characteristics the domes.
Absolutely to see
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Jana_V
May 13, 2024 · via Viator
Disappointed
When we arrived there was not an English speaking person. Nobody was able to help us. We paid for a tour and did not receive one. I hope they will refund our money. We got the same experience as anyone who walked in. I would not recommend this tour.
Operator response
Hello Jana,
You had booked the self-guided tour option as you see in your activity booking. This is with all guides notes and you received it as an email. The privately-guided option is more expensive and maybe that's why you did not book it. Please, make the difference between the two options as you cannot book a self-guided option and insist on a guide as you understand.
We accomplished what you paid for.
Best regards,
The Team
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azzurral2024
January 12, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Beautiful symbol of Sofia
Stunning cathedral symbol of Sofia. The roof is very beautiful and with the reflection of the sun makes it fantastic. The interior is also very nice
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