The secret museums of Sofia
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Price from
- $51 / person
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 5
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Bulgarian Fairy Tale
Description
Sofia has so many museums, that the locals don’t even know for their existence. In this walking tour, the guide will tell what happened here millions of years ago and will lead you through the historical periods, through Аncient times, Мiddle ages, Кingdom era, and Socialistic era. Join the untypical city tour to have a bigger picture of Sofia, that never sleeping beauty.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, and Fri
- Start times
- 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 18–80)
- $51
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $91.
Larger groups pay less per person.
In demand: 9 of the next 18 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sofia University Saint Kliment Ohridski
The tour will start with Sofia University, which is the oldest one in Bulgaria. Inside you’ll visit 3 different museums – for the university, for the Mineralogy and for the Paleontology, where you can find sea creatures, that lived together with the dinosaurs, mammals like Deinotherium, a strange elephant, that lived in Bulgarian lands 20 million years ago, tusks from Mastodons and Mammoths, and a lot more.
Battenberg Mausoleum
The mausoleum of the Bulgarian king Alexander von Battenberg, who was elected when the Bulgarian constitution was made.
Vasil Levski National Stadium
Inside is the Museum of the sport - the history of the Bulgarian achievements.
Museum-House Ivan Vazov
Visit the house of the patriarch of the Bulgarian literature.
House Museum PK Yavorov
Visit the house of Peyo Yavorov, the famous symbolic poet.
Slaveikov Square
Visit the house of Slaveikov - father and son, who were poets.
Nikola Vaptsarov House Museum
Visit the flat of Nikola Vaptsarov, a famous poet of realism.
Earth And People National Museum
Visit the museum for minerals and fossils, made by donations.
What's included
Included
Tickets for all museums
Guide
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratitudes (optional)
How it compares in Sofia
- Starting price $51 is 59% below the typical $126 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
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 secret museums of Sofia take?
The secret museums of Sofia lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does The secret museums of Sofia cost?
Prices start at $51 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 $91. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does The secret museums of Sofia run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, starting at 10:00 AM.
Does The secret museums of Sofia sell out?
It can: 9 of the next 18 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel The secret museums of Sofia for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Gloria Palace Hotel, Hilton Sofia.
What languages is The secret museums 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 5 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.
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