Beach near Sofia, Bulgaria

Sofia Travel Guide

Bulgaria

Sofia is Bulgaria’s capital and largest city, with a population of 1,288,114. It sits in western Bulgaria and serves as the country’s main urban and administrative centre.

Most international visitors arrive at Sofia International Airport (SOF), the airport serving the city. Sofia is inland, and there are no notable beaches within 40 kilometres, so beach trips require travelling beyond the city area.

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Local time

1,288,114

Population

1,252 miles away

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Weather in Sofia

Sun

32°

Mon

29°

Tue

30°

Know before you go

Pays in BGN

Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)

Emergency 112

Dial code +359

Tipping: Tipping is appreciated in Bulgaria, but not always expected. It's a way to show appreciation for good service.

Best time to visit Sofia

Jan

7°7

Feb

9°4

Mar

14°11

Apr

17°11

May

19°14

Jun

27°7

Jul

31°4

Aug

30°6

Sep

25°5

Oct

19°6

Nov

12°11

Dec

7°9

Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.

Things to do in Sofia

  1. Народен театър „Иван Вазов“

    theatre venue

    0.5 km

  2. Ротонда Святого Георгия

    monument

    0.1 km

  3. Лъвов Мост

    monument

    0.8 km

  4. Национален Природонаучен Музей

    science museum

    0.6 km

  5. Национален военноисторически музей

    history museum

    2.6 km

  6. Паметник на Цар Освободител

    monument

    1 km

  7. Централен военен клуб

    arts and entertainment

    0.7 km

  8. Софийска филхармония / Sofia Philharmonic

    music venue

    0.6 km

Getting there

Sofia International Airport · 7.6 km

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