Crystal Garden

Enjoy a fun day exploring Sofia's markets, popular with both locals and tourists, in the company of an expert local guide. Indulge in some traditional street food and drinks and get to know the local cuisine at 4 food stops. During the tour, visit the popular markets in Sofia — the Flea Market, the Central Market Hall, the Hali Market, and the Women's Market. Find out how they are all representative parts of different historical periods — the Postcommunist era, Communism, the Kingdom period, and the Ottoman presence in Bulgaria. Along the way, pass by and hear about the history of some of the most important sights and landmarks in the city. These include Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Church, The Largo, the Roman ruins, the Banya Bashi Mosque, Sofia Synagogue, Lion Bridge, and more. You might also find some great souvenirs and antiques, if that's your thing. .

Meet your guide and get a brief safety instruction before setting off. Start your tour near the iconic Crystal Garden and learn the curious stories of the "Big Head" monument and one of the most charming water fountains in town. Ride through Sofia's bike lanes and parks. Continue to Alexander Nevsky Square, where Bulgarian people have erected the country's biggest and most famous cathedral. Here, also find the 6th-century Saint Sofia Basilica that gave its name to the city. Marvel at graffiti art near the Bulgarian State Opera and learn about the secrets of one of Sofia's shortest streets. Stop at City Garden, Sofia's oldest public green space, surrounded by beautiful buildings such as the National Theatre with its fountains, the former Royal Palace, and the National Bank. Continue with a ride through one of Sofia's famous streets to the National Palace of Culture and its surrounding park with beautiful fountains. Ride to the end of the iconic Vitosha Boulevard and reach South Park, known for its diverse landscapes and urban biodiversity. Stop at some secret, off-the-beaten-track urban spaces on your way back to downtown Sofia. Visit the Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church and its surrounding garden, one of the places in Sofia that reveal their beauty in the darkness. The temple has quite a curious story that not so many of the locals know. Explore the tiny Shishman Street, then make a stop at the National Assembly of Bulgaria before finishing your trip at the starting location.