Enjoy a half-day private tour of the central part of Sofia, but also the Boyana Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the National History Museum, situated at the foot of Vitosha Mountain.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Spanish
- Pickup included
- Hotel pick up at 9:00 AM by a private car. Please inform the supplier of your hotel.
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Visit the National History Museum and admire its rich collections
- Explore the unique Boyana Church with its medieval frescoes
- Enjoy a private guided sightseeing tour in the heart of Sofia
Full description
The tour starts at 9:00 AM when you will be picked up by a private guide from your accommodation in Sofia. By car you will head to the outskirts of Sofia and Vitosha Mountain.
The first stop is the National History Museum, the biggest museum in Bulgaria and one of the biggest in the Balkans. It has rich collections from antiquity to nowadays. The next stop is the remarkable Boyana Church, recognized by UNESCO because of its amazingly well-preserved frescoes from the 13th century.
After exploring Boyana Church, head to the center of Sofia for a two-hour sightseeing tour. You will go around the most interesting buildings and places and learn their history from your guide. See sights such as Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Basilica, Saint George Rotunda, the Parliament, the Presidency, the Roman Remains and others. The tour will finish at around 14:00 PM near the beginning of Vitosha street – the main street in Sofia.
Includes
- Professional private driver-guide
- Transportation by comfortable A/C car with free WiFi
- Hotel pick-up
- Sightseeing tour in the center of Sofia
- Visit to Boyana Church
- Visit to the National History Museum
- Free entrance to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Basilica and Saint George Rotunda
- Boyana Church and National History Museum entrance fees: 12 lv/€6 total
- Food and personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Not suitable for
- People with mobility impairments
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
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Know before you go
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes