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Sofia has been a crossroad in the Balkan peninsula for centuries, and a melting pot for ancient people and cultures.
On this self-guided audio tour, I’ll tell you about the Bulgarian capital’s rich heritage and why it’s unique within Europe.
The tour starts at the St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral. From there, I’ll take you down Sofia’s historical boulevards and famous yellow-brick streets, while sharing insights about the Bulgarian capital’s emblematic architecture.
At the Palace National Art Gallery, I’ll tell you the story of how the missing Mausoleum of Georgi Dimitrov is linked to the fall of communism in Bulgaria. You’ll pass the National Assembly of Bulgaria, the former headquarters of the Communist Party, before the tour ends with a stunning view of the Monument of Saint Sofia, the patron of the city,.
Whether you’re a return visitor or just getting to know Sofia, this 60-minute tour is a great introduction to Bulgaria’s culturally rich capital.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This self-guided audio tour starts in front of the Patriarchal Cathedral St. Alexander Nevsky. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
This GPS-guided tour ends in front of the The Monument of Saint Sofia - Patron of City.
Itinerary
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St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral (Pass by)
This self-guided audio tour starts at the St. Alexander Nevsky Orthodox Cathedral. And on this tour, I’ll tell you about the Bulgarian capital’s rich heritage, and why it’s unique within Europe.
Admission ticket free -
Crystal Garden (Pass by)
Follow my recommendations for exploring more of the city’s highlights after the tour, including the trendy Vitosha Boulevard and the Crystal Garden, a park beloved by locals for a drink on a summer’s evening
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Make a wish in the Church of St Nicholas the Miraclemaker’s crypt, one of the oldest temples in the city
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Listen to some of the city’s legends and stories including how Prince Ferdinand I, an avid ornithologist, donated his personal collection of birds, mammals, and butterflies to the National Museum of Natural History when it opened in 1889
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
At the Palace National Art Gallery, I’ll tell you the story of how the missing Mausoleum of Georgi Dimitrov is linked to the fall of communism in Bulgaria.
Admission ticket free -
Vitosha Boulevard (Pass by)
Follow my recommendations for exploring more of the city’s highlights after the tour, including the trendy Vitosha Boulevard and the Crystal Garden, a park beloved by locals for a drink on a summer’s evening
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You’ll pass the National Assembly of Bulgaria, the former headquarters of the Communist Party.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
The tour ends with views of the Monument of Saint Sofia, the patron of the city, and tell you how different religions coexist harmoniously in Bulgaria’s capital.
Admission ticket free
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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