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Totally worth it
So affordable with with a great quality. Very knowleageadbe guide and so many hidden gems in the city of Sofia. I never expected that for a tour costing a couple of coffees.
The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2–4 hours
- Price from
- $22 / person
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 18 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- VisitBulgariaOn Bespoke Experiences
- Meeting point
- At the front stairs entrance of the cathedral.
Description
Explore the historical heart of Sofia by foot on a 2-4-hour private tour, learning about the city’s ancient, medieval, and modern history from a private guide. As you walk, take in Sofia’s mix of architecture, and stop to visit the 4th-century St. George Rotunda Church and gold-domed Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Plus, see other sights such as the statue of the ‘King Liberator,’ Banya Bashi Mosque, and more. Choose between a privately-guided and a self-guided option for your flexibility.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Mon, Oct 5
- Adult (ages 15–85)
- $22
- Child (ages 4–14)
- $14
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $114.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 4.
Tour Options
Itinerary
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
One of the main sights in the Bulgarian capital Sofia.
Ivan Vazov National Theater
Banya Bashi Mosque
The Rotunda Church of St George
Saint Sofia Church
Bulgarian Academy of Sciences
Kvadrat 500
Catedral de Sveta-Nedelya
One of the top sights in the Bulgarian capital Sofia.
National Palace of Culture (NDK)
Amphitheatre of Serdica
Former Bulgarian Communist Party Headquarters
The Presidency Building
Vitosha Boulevard
Sofia Synagogue
Central Hall
Statue of Tsar Alexander II
Mineral water springs
Saint Nikolas Russian Church
Monument to the Deity All-Holy Sofia
What's included
Included
E-guide for the whole itinerary
Professional guide (if the privately-guided option is chosen)
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off (only from central hotels could be made)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
18 reviews
How it compares in Sofia
- Starting price $22 is 62% below the typical $57 for tours of similar length in Sofia
Excurgo comparison of 602 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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 The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour take?
The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour lasts about 2–4 hours. The itinerary has 19 stops.
How much does The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $22 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 $114. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–14 pay from $14, adults from $22.
Can I cancel The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour 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 At the front stairs entrance of the cathedral. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
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?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by VisitBulgariaOn Bespoke Experiences.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Poor tour, don’t bother!
This trip was so bad that I would actually give it 0stars if that was an option. In the end I used a GPS app because I had not been given a map which was much more detailed and easier to use. I eventually got the map at about 4:10pm when I had already returned to my hotel. Not impressed at all and would NOT recommend this to anyone. Complete waste of my hard earned money!
Operator response
Hello Teresa, You booked the self-guided option which does not include a physical guide and that's why it costs a coffee. We had sent you everything via email and you could use it anytime you want and it's for you. Not only for the day of course. There is technical time as you understand after your booking to send you all needed for you to implement it. The team did so and sent all the needed to you via email. Given this we cannot accept your review because it's misleading to everybody reading that. Best regards
K
No tour and no refund!
I book tours through Viator all the time and usually have great success. This was supposed to be a private walking tour. When I booked it, my booking details said that the tour operator would reach out to me with the start time of the tour. I waited and waited but nothing. So the day before the tour, I reached out to the operator, who said I was supposed to have contacted THEM! This was not written in my booking details; in fact it was the opposite, that they would contact me. So when I talked to them, the only time they had available to start a 3 hour walking tour was 6:30 PM at night. I could not do this, so I told them I would have to cancel. They said I should reach out to Viator for a refund, which they would approve. When I returned from my trip, I contacted Viator for the refund, mentioning that the operator said they would approve the refund. Viator flat out denied my refund, even though their misinformation was the reason the tour didn't happen. So I just lost the full amount of the tour when the reason for not being able to do it was fully the fault of Viator. I'm not impressed with their poor customer service.
3 people found this helpful
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Great tour and guide
My guide Stoyan had great local knowledge and gave me an insightful tour of Sofia. He was a very nice chap and we got on really well. It was pleasure to see his town and learn about the capital of Bulgaria.
C
Sofia 's point of interest
The monuments and history was very well explained by thé tour guide. Hé hadj excellent kbowlesge of his subject
J
A great tour guide makes the trip - Pavlina is the way to go
It was perfect! Our tour guide was funny, smart, pleasant, patient and made the tour very enjoyable. Pavlina, was just awesome, what more can I say! If you are going to use this company, make sure she is your guide. Her English is great.
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Great local tour of Sofia
I got this as a surprise from my man. Private walking tour of Sofia for the fraction of the price. We had Yordan as our guide - super professional local. Also a historian! Young guy knowing it inside out and telling it in an interesting way. Super nice almost four hours. We tipped him :)
K
Sofia walking tour
I could walk at my own pace but nothing that I could’ve not done myself! Whatever information was sent is available on Google and google maps! Why pay for the information? If you can do your own research then no point in paying!
Operator response
Hello Krishna, thanks for your review. Not to mislead somebody with it I clarify the following: 1. You booked the self-guided option which does not include any live guide with you and transport; 2. All the information you received - the total guides notes for Sofia, audio guide and maps with the points of interests to follow are what the guide in the privately-guided tour option follows and explains; 3. You pay several times less and do it alone. That's a very preferred option for people who can orientate and be flexible to make the tour at any time they would like. You tried to make us do the privately-guided tour for the price of the self-guided but as you can understand that's not possible. We can always upgrade to the privately-guided tour if the customer pays the price difference. So, the self-guided option gives you total control and flexibility and that's why it's preferred by so many people already. Best regards, Hristo
A
Informative, interesting and fun.
Stoyan was great company and very informative. We visited all the cultural sights and everything was explained in its historical context t.
Operator response
Hello and thanks for your great review of the Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour! It's a wonderful way and very affordable to experience the Bulgarian capital Sofia like a local. Our local guides show you the best and go off-the-beaten path for all our customers. We welcome you back to Bulgaria for more superb and bespoke experiences in the country! Best regards, Hristo
D
I enjoyed the tour and the guide
I attended the private tour around the city center of Sofia and I liked it a lot. It lasted 2.5 hours
Operator response
Hello Dmytro, thanks for your review for The Most Affordable Private Sofia Walking Tour! We fully enjoyed your company as we showed you around the capital with our best local guides. You are always welcome to Bulgaria to experience it more with us off-the-beaten path. Best regards, Hristo
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