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Food scene
This is a nice restaurant just around the corner. The food and atmosphere is amazing!
24 locals recommend
Q-ftetaria
1 ul. "Angel Kanchev"This is a nice restaurant just around the corner. The food and atmosphere is amazing!
This is a very cosy restaurant on the shopping street "Vitosha" boulevard 5 min walk from our place. There is a wide range of options. The food is tasty and stylish.
92 locals recommend
Shtastlivetsa
27 bul. "Vitosha"This is a very cosy restaurant on the shopping street "Vitosha" boulevard 5 min walk from our place. There is a wide range of options. The food is tasty and stylish.
This is a fancy restaurant on the shopping street "Vitosha" boulevard, 5 min away from the apartment. There is a wide variety of wines and gourmet dishes.
6 locals recommend
Constantinoff RestoBar
31-33 bul. "Vitosha"This is a fancy restaurant on the shopping street "Vitosha" boulevard, 5 min away from the apartment. There is a wide variety of wines and gourmet dishes.
This is a Bulgarian traditional restaurant with a very vibrant and authentic atmosphere and very delicious traditional cuisine.
63 locals recommend
The Hadjidragana tavern
18 ul. "Hristo Belchev"This is a Bulgarian traditional restaurant with a very vibrant and authentic atmosphere and very delicious traditional cuisine.
Sightseeing
The "Ivan Vazov" national theater is just 2 min away from the apartment. There is a nice park with fountains in front of it with a restaurant and a couple of play areas for kids.
276 locals recommend
Ivan Vazov National Theater
5 ul. "Dyakon Ignatiy"The "Ivan Vazov" national theater is just 2 min away from the apartment. There is a nice park with fountains in front of it with a restaurant and a couple of play areas for kids.
The cathedral is 12 min walk from our place. It's a very pleasant walk to the cathedral through the park with the National Art gallery and the Russian church. Close to St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is the University Botanical Garden.
St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is built in Neo-Byzantine style, it serves as the cathedral church of the Patriarch of Bulgaria and it is one of the 50 largest Christian church buildings by volume in the world. It is one of Sofia's symbols and primary tourist attractions.[3] St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Sofia occupies an area of 3,170 square metres (34,100 sq ft) and can hold 5,000 people inside.[3][1] It is among the 10 largest Eastern Orthodox church buildings. It is the largest cathedral in the Balkans. It is believed that up until the year 2000 it was the largest finished Orthodox cathedral.
369 locals recommend
St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral
ploshtad "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski"The cathedral is 12 min walk from our place. It's a very pleasant walk to the cathedral through the park with the National Art gallery and the Russian church. Close to St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is the University Botanical Garden.
St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is built in Neo-Byzantine style, it serves as the cathedral church of the Patriarch of Bulgaria and it is one of the 50 largest Christian church buildings by volume in the world. It is one of Sofia's symbols and primary tourist attractions.[3] St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in Sofia occupies an area of 3,170 square metres (34,100 sq ft) and can hold 5,000 people inside.[3][1] It is among the 10 largest Eastern Orthodox church buildings. It is the largest cathedral in the Balkans. It is believed that up until the year 2000 it was the largest finished Orthodox cathedral.
The The Bulgarian Archeological Museum is located ~ 5 min walk from our apartment.
It occupies the building of the largest and oldest former Ottoman mosque in the city, originally known as Koca Mahmut Paşa Camii. The construction started in 1451 under grand vizier Veli Mahmud Pasha but due to his death in 1474 the mosque has been completed in 1494. The museum was established as a separate entity in 1893 as the National Museum directed by Czech Václav Dobruský with its headquarters in the former mosque that previously housed the National Library between 1880 and 1893.
The museum was officially opened and inaugurated in 1905, as by then all archaeological exhibits previously kept all over the city were moved there, in the presence of Knyaz Ferdinand of Bulgaria and Minister of Enlightenment Ivan Shishmanov.
47 locals recommend
Archeological Museum
площад „Атанас Буров“The The Bulgarian Archeological Museum is located ~ 5 min walk from our apartment.
It occupies the building of the largest and oldest former Ottoman mosque in the city, originally known as Koca Mahmut Paşa Camii. The construction started in 1451 under grand vizier Veli Mahmud Pasha but due to his death in 1474 the mosque has been completed in 1494. The museum was established as a separate entity in 1893 as the National Museum directed by Czech Václav Dobruský with its headquarters in the former mosque that previously housed the National Library between 1880 and 1893.
The museum was officially opened and inaugurated in 1905, as by then all archaeological exhibits previously kept all over the city were moved there, in the presence of Knyaz Ferdinand of Bulgaria and Minister of Enlightenment Ivan Shishmanov.
The National Palace of Culture is the largest, multifunctional conference and exhibition centre in south-eastern Europe. It was opened in 1981 in celebration of Bulgaria's 1300th anniversary.
It is located ~ 15 min walk from our apartment.
182 locals recommend
Park National Palace of Culture
Bulevard "Bulgaria"The National Palace of Culture is the largest, multifunctional conference and exhibition centre in south-eastern Europe. It was opened in 1981 in celebration of Bulgaria's 1300th anniversary.
It is located ~ 15 min walk from our apartment.
The Church of St Petka of the Saddlers is located ~ 8 min walk from our apartment.
It is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria.
It is a small one-naved building partially dug into the ground located in the very centre of both the modern and the antique city, in the TZUM underpass. The church features a semi-cylindrical vault, a hemispherical apse, and a crypt discovered during excavations after the Second World War. The walls are 1 m thick and made from brick and stone.
The church was first mentioned in the 16th century and was constructed at the place of a former Roman religious building. It is today a monument of culture known for its mural paintings from the 14th, 15th, 17th and 19th century depicting biblical scenes.
The church is dedicated to St Petka, an 11th-century Bulgarian saint. The Church of Saint Petka acquired its present name due to it being a patron of the saddlers in the Middle Ages, who performed their rituals in the church. The adjective samardzhiyski ("of the saddlers") was derived from the Ottoman Turkish word semerci, meaning "saddlemaker".
31 locals recommend
Sveta Petka
The Church of St Petka of the Saddlers is located ~ 8 min walk from our apartment.
It is a medieval Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria.
It is a small one-naved building partially dug into the ground located in the very centre of both the modern and the antique city, in the TZUM underpass. The church features a semi-cylindrical vault, a hemispherical apse, and a crypt discovered during excavations after the Second World War. The walls are 1 m thick and made from brick and stone.
The church was first mentioned in the 16th century and was constructed at the place of a former Roman religious building. It is today a monument of culture known for its mural paintings from the 14th, 15th, 17th and 19th century depicting biblical scenes.
The church is dedicated to St Petka, an 11th-century Bulgarian saint. The Church of Saint Petka acquired its present name due to it being a patron of the saddlers in the Middle Ages, who performed their rituals in the church. The adjective samardzhiyski ("of the saddlers") was derived from the Ottoman Turkish word semerci, meaning "saddlemaker".
The National Art Gallery is ~ 5-8 min walk from our place.
It is located on Battenberg Square in the capital city of Sofia, occupying most of the historic Ottoman Chelebi mosque and Ottoman konak,[1][2] which were converted into the imposing edifice of the former royal palace of Bulgaria.
178 locals recommend
National Art Gallery
1 пл. „Княз Александър I“The National Art Gallery is ~ 5-8 min walk from our place.
It is located on Battenberg Square in the capital city of Sofia, occupying most of the historic Ottoman Chelebi mosque and Ottoman konak,[1][2] which were converted into the imposing edifice of the former royal palace of Bulgaria.
Borisova gradina or Knyaz-Borisova gradina is located ~ 20 min walk from our place.
It is the oldest and best known park in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Its construction and arrangement began in 1884 and it is named after Bulgarian Tsar Boris III.
It's great for walking and jogging. There is an open stage where there are concerts in the summer. There are nice restaurants and playgrounds for kids.
202 locals recommend
Borisova Gradina
Borisova gradina or Knyaz-Borisova gradina is located ~ 20 min walk from our place.
It is the oldest and best known park in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Its construction and arrangement began in 1884 and it is named after Bulgarian Tsar Boris III.
It's great for walking and jogging. There is an open stage where there are concerts in the summer. There are nice restaurants and playgrounds for kids.
The Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church is ~ 7 min walk from our apartment.
The Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church and formerly The Black Mosque (Turkish: Kara Camii) is a Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. It was created between 1901 and 1902 as an Ottoman mosque later converted into orthodox Church, and was inaugurated on 27 July 1903. The church is named after Cyril and Methodius and their five disciples, known in the Orthodox Church collectively as the Sedmochislenitsi.
There is a nice park nearby the church with a kids playground and bunch of restaurants and shops nearby.
26 locals recommend
Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church
25 ul. "Graf Ignatiev"The Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church is ~ 7 min walk from our apartment.
The Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church and formerly The Black Mosque (Turkish: Kara Camii) is a Bulgarian Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. It was created between 1901 and 1902 as an Ottoman mosque later converted into orthodox Church, and was inaugurated on 27 July 1903. The church is named after Cyril and Methodius and their five disciples, known in the Orthodox Church collectively as the Sedmochislenitsi.
There is a nice park nearby the church with a kids playground and bunch of restaurants and shops nearby.
Vitosha Boulevard is located ~ 5 min walk from our apartment.
It is the main commercial street in the centre of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, which is abundant in posh stores, restaurants and bars. It extends from the St Nedelya Square to the Southern Park. Many high-end fashion labels have outlets on Vitosha boulevard and the neighbouring streets: Versace, Escada, Bulgari, D&G, La Perla, Lacoste, Van Laak, Ermenegildo Zegna, Tru Trussardi, Moreschi, Marella, Max Mara, Gianfranco Ferré, Emporio Armani, Tommy Hilfiger, Boss, Baldinini. Among the notable buildings, located on the boulevard are: The National Palace of Culture, The Palace of the Courts, the house where the famous Bulgarian poet Peyo Yavorov lived and died. The corner of Vitosha and Patriarch Evtimiy boulevards, so called the Pharmacy (Аптека), is a popular place for meetings.
The boulevard is named after Vitosha, the mountain just next to Sofia. It was an unadjusted street during the Ottoman rule of Bulgaria and acquired the name Vitoshka ulitsa ("Vitosha Street") after the Liberation, in 1883. The street was initially built up with low one-storey houses, but turned into an imposing trade street in the Interwar period as massive public buildings were constructed, changing Vitoshka's appearance completely.
21 locals recommend
bulevard "Vitosha"
bulevard "Vitosha"Vitosha Boulevard is located ~ 5 min walk from our apartment.
It is the main commercial street in the centre of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, which is abundant in posh stores, restaurants and bars. It extends from the St Nedelya Square to the Southern Park. Many high-end fashion labels have outlets on Vitosha boulevard and the neighbouring streets: Versace, Escada, Bulgari, D&G, La Perla, Lacoste, Van Laak, Ermenegildo Zegna, Tru Trussardi, Moreschi, Marella, Max Mara, Gianfranco Ferré, Emporio Armani, Tommy Hilfiger, Boss, Baldinini. Among the notable buildings, located on the boulevard are: The National Palace of Culture, The Palace of the Courts, the house where the famous Bulgarian poet Peyo Yavorov lived and died. The corner of Vitosha and Patriarch Evtimiy boulevards, so called the Pharmacy (Аптека), is a popular place for meetings.
The boulevard is named after Vitosha, the mountain just next to Sofia. It was an unadjusted street during the Ottoman rule of Bulgaria and acquired the name Vitoshka ulitsa ("Vitosha Street") after the Liberation, in 1883. The street was initially built up with low one-storey houses, but turned into an imposing trade street in the Interwar period as massive public buildings were constructed, changing Vitoshka's appearance completely.
Sveta Nedelya is located ~ 6 min walk from our apartment.
Sveta Nedelya Church is an Eastern Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, a cathedral of the Sofia bishopric of the Bulgarian Patriarchate. Sveta Nedelya is a medieval church that has suffered destruction through the ages and has been reconstructed many times. The present building of the temple is among the landmarks of Sofia. It was designed by the famous Bulgarian architectural team Vasilyov-Tsolov.
108 locals recommend
St. Kyriaki Cathedral Church
20 pl. "Sveta Nedelya"Sveta Nedelya is located ~ 6 min walk from our apartment.
Sveta Nedelya Church is an Eastern Orthodox church in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, a cathedral of the Sofia bishopric of the Bulgarian Patriarchate. Sveta Nedelya is a medieval church that has suffered destruction through the ages and has been reconstructed many times. The present building of the temple is among the landmarks of Sofia. It was designed by the famous Bulgarian architectural team Vasilyov-Tsolov.
Vitosha, the ancient Scomius or Scombrus, is a mountain massif, on the outskirts of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Vitosha is one of the symbols of Sofia and the closest site for hiking, alpinism and skiing. Convenient bus lines and rope ways render the mountain easily accessible. Vitosha has the outlines of an enormous dome. The territory of the mountain includes Vitosha nature park that encompasses the best known and most frequently visited parts. The foothills of Vitosha shelter resort quarters of Sofia; Knyazhevo quarter has mineral springs. Vitosha is the oldest nature park in the Balkans.
105 locals recommend
Vitosha
ulitsa "Detski mir"Vitosha, the ancient Scomius or Scombrus, is a mountain massif, on the outskirts of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. Vitosha is one of the symbols of Sofia and the closest site for hiking, alpinism and skiing. Convenient bus lines and rope ways render the mountain easily accessible. Vitosha has the outlines of an enormous dome. The territory of the mountain includes Vitosha nature park that encompasses the best known and most frequently visited parts. The foothills of Vitosha shelter resort quarters of Sofia; Knyazhevo quarter has mineral springs. Vitosha is the oldest nature park in the Balkans.
St Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral is located ~ 8 min walk from our place.
The church was built on the site of the Saray Mosque, which was destroyed in 1882, after the liberation of Bulgaria by Russia from the Ottoman Empire. It was built as the official church of the Russian Embassy, which was located next door, and of the Russian community in Sofia, and was named, as was the tradition for diplomatic churches, for the patron saint of the Emperor who ruled Russia at the time, Nicholas II of Russia. The church was designed by the Russian architect Mikhail Preobrazhenski in the style of Russian Revival architecture, with decoration inspired by the Muscovite Russian churches of the 17th century. The construction was supervised by the architect A. Smirnov, who was building the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral nearby. The exterior decoration of multicolored tiles was done by G. Kislichev, and the interior murals were painted by a team of artists led by Vasily Perminov, who also painted those in Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. The five domes are coated with gold. The bells were donated by Emperor Nicholas II.
104 locals recommend
Russian Church "Sveti Nikolay Mirlikiiski"
3 bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel"St Nicholas Russian Orthodox Cathedral is located ~ 8 min walk from our place.
The church was built on the site of the Saray Mosque, which was destroyed in 1882, after the liberation of Bulgaria by Russia from the Ottoman Empire. It was built as the official church of the Russian Embassy, which was located next door, and of the Russian community in Sofia, and was named, as was the tradition for diplomatic churches, for the patron saint of the Emperor who ruled Russia at the time, Nicholas II of Russia. The church was designed by the Russian architect Mikhail Preobrazhenski in the style of Russian Revival architecture, with decoration inspired by the Muscovite Russian churches of the 17th century. The construction was supervised by the architect A. Smirnov, who was building the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral nearby. The exterior decoration of multicolored tiles was done by G. Kislichev, and the interior murals were painted by a team of artists led by Vasily Perminov, who also painted those in Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. The five domes are coated with gold. The bells were donated by Emperor Nicholas II.