K
Very interesting FreeTour and a perfect guide
A pleasant experience, our guide spoke perfect Spanish and gave us very complete and interesting explanations
Guided Walking Tour of Sofia
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $46 / person
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 146 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 24
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- City Tour Ltd.
- Meeting point
- The meeting point is in front of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, at the stairs to the entrance.
Description
With this guided tour you will have the chance to see and get to know the history behind Sofia`s historical landmarks located in the center. The capital of Bulgaria has preserved heritage from different cultures and epochs- Roman, Early Christian. Ottoman, Bulgarian, Soviet. You will walk by all of the important buildings while your guide is telling you their stories. You will also enter for free the three most iconic places in Sofia- Saint Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Basilica and Saint George Rotunda. This tour is done as a private tour without an additional charge if there is only one reservation for a given date and time which most often is the case.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 17
- Adult (ages 18–85)
- $46
- Senior (ages 86+)
- $23
- Youth (ages 10–17)
- $23
- Child (ages 2–9)
- $23
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $92.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 88 of the next 120 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral: The tour guide will meet you at the entrance of the cathedral. This is also the first point of interest where the tour will start. Your guide will explain the story of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and how, when, and why it was built. It is an indisputable truth that its representation is symbolic of the capital.
Saint Sofia Church
Saint Sofia Church: The second stop of the tour is Saint Sofia Church, one of the most valuable pieces of Early Christian architecture in Southeastern Europe. You will have the chance to enter the best-preserved basilica in the area.
Monument of Tsar Liberator: The walking tour continues with admission to the monument “Tsar Liberator” - an equestrian monument in the center of Sofia.
Russian Church: The next stop is the beautiful temple of Eastern Orthodox Christianity, known as the Church of St Nicholas the Miracle-Maker. The church was built in the style of Russian Revival Epoque and its unique architecture would definitely make an impression on you.
Ivan Vazov National Theater
National Theater “Ivan Vazov”: The following stop is the National Theatre - another important landmark of Sofia. The theatre's Neoclassical building, with its golden plated decoration, designed by famous Viennese theatre architects is also a symbolic image of the capital itself.
Ancient Serdica Archaeological Complex
Serdica Roman remains: Afterwards, the city tour heads straight to the heart of the ancient Roman town Serdica – remains of which were found during the subway building in 2015, right between the Presidency and the Council of Ministers.
The Presidency Building
Presidency and Parliament: You will see both buildings from outside. The tour guide will explain who and when they were constructed by and other interesting facts from the communist period.
Central Hall
Central mineral springs: The earliest documentary of the oldest springs on the territory of Sofia is the one next to the Central Market (Halli). It was known and used in the ancient times - the rest you will hear as well as curious stories directly from your guide.
The Rotunda Church of St George
Rotunda “St. George”: This is a temple of early Christianity and is the best-preserved building from ancient times, in Sofia.
Church “Sveta Nedelya”: The cathedral of Sveta Nedelya is an orthodox church, with patron Saint Nedelya. The square next to the cathedral is a central point and is well-known for historical events during royalism.
Sofia Court House
The Sofia Court House Known as the Palace of Justice, this building in Sofia, accommodates several courts in the city and is famous for its beautiful architecture and rare interior.
Vitosha Boulevard
Vitosha bulevard (pedestrian area): The last stop is at the beginning of the pedestrian area of Vitosha bulevard.
What's included
Included
Walking sightseeing tour in the heart of the city
Professional live guide
Private/ Small-group tour (10 people max)
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
146 reviews
How it compares in Sofia
- No. 21 by number of reviews among 608 tours in Sofia
- Starting price $46 is 20% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Sofia
Excurgo comparison of 608 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
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 Walking Tour of Sofia take?
Guided Walking Tour of Sofia lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 12 stops.
How much does Guided Walking Tour of Sofia cost?
Prices start at $46 per person for this Sofia experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $92. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Guided Walking Tour of Sofia run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
How much does Guided Walking Tour of Sofia cost for children?
Children aged 2–9 pay from $23, adults from $46.
Does Guided Walking Tour of Sofia sell out?
It can: 88 of the next 120 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Guided Walking Tour of Sofia 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 The meeting point is in front of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, at the stairs to the entrance. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Guided Walking Tour of Sofia offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 24 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(146)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
If the tour had also been in Italian, I would have been happier.
Experience to get in touch with the city
A
Diana was very...
Diana was very knowledgeable, flexible and kind. We had just our family on the tour so it was very personalized. I would highly recommend.
J
Great monuments
It is a capital with very large buildings and monuments and many cathedrals and churches are worth kicking but always looking at the ground because there are places that are very bad lack much maintenance
S
Information-packed and pleasant
This is a information-packed walking tour of many major sights in Sofia and also provides excellent insight regarding the history of Bulgaria as a whole.
M
Educated guide who knew his history
Tour had a lot of depth and the guide was excellent. I just wished we went to a few more places other than religious sites. I needed to see and understand more about Sofia.
M
Very informative and...
Very informative and interesting. Very friendly guide! We were the only two people on our English speaking tour and our guide was great!
A
Interesting guided tour with nice guide
Diana, our guide, showed us the main sights with competence, humor and excellent English on an individual tour.
M
Interesting trip, lots of...
Interesting trip, lots of information put the city is good context. Amazing what there is to see and crazy they found much of it so recently.
B
Good experience - but for very old storytelling
The guide good - but too much storytelling about old days. More contemporary information would be good. We saw exciting sights
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