Bulgaria Travel Guide, Culture & Trip Tools

Estimate your Bulgaria travel budget with our practical trip cost calculator. Compare destinations, seasonality, accommodation styles, transport choices, and family travel costs across Bulgaria.

Guides

2026 Bank Holidays in Bulgaria

Planning a trip to Bulgaria in 2026? Use this travel calendar guide with official public holidays, school breaks, and practical tips to avoid peak traffic on roads and at Sofia, Varna, and Burgas airports.

Get Ready for the Summer

Photography

Rhythms of the Land – Aerial View of a Tractor Mowing in Bulgaria

Photography

Stunning View of Smokinya Beach, Kavacite, and Budjaka, Sozopol

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Varna From Above

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Burgas Saltworks

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Aerial View of the Black Sea’s Sandy Beach

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Veliki Preslav Archaeological Reserve

Don't Miss Destinations

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Cape Akin, Chernomorets

A cinematic aerial of Cape Akin, Chernomorets, a rocky headland, turquoise coves and wave-carved cliffs on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast.

Bulgarian Islands

Discover Etropole: Hidden Gems in Bulgaria’s Stara Planina Region

The Great Basilica in Pliska

Kovachevitsa – Stone Roofs, River Canyons & Slow Time in the Western Rhodopes

PHOTOGRAPHY & LENS

Photography

Winter Magic Over Sofia

February 15, 2025

Bokeh Vademecum

Sensor size, Megapixels, Lens sharpness, and Bokeh

May 27, 2024

Bokeh Vademecum

DIY Bokeh Shapes

June 5, 2024

FAQ About Bulgaria

FAQs

How can I find information on Bulgaria’s visa requirements?

Are you planning a trip to Bulgaria? One of the first steps is to ensure you have the correct visa for your stay. Understanding the visa requirements can save you time and hassle.

Universities in Bulgaria — FAQ for International Students

What You Don’t Know About Doing Business in Bulgaria

New Low-Emission Vehicle Policy in Sofia: Restrictions

2026

Do UK nationals need a visa to live in Bulgaria after Brexit?

Weather

Sofia

few clouds

20.4 ° C

20.4 °

47 %

1.8kmh

16 %

Sat

19 °

Sun

32 °

Mon

33 °

Tue

33 °

Wed

35 °

Stay Safe in Extreme Heat | The Omega Stream | BG-ALERT in Bulgaria | Forest Fire & Safety

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Nature

Destinations

Bulgarian Islands

Destinations

St. Toma (St. Thomas) Island, Bulgaria: the Black Sea’s tiny “Snake Island”

Destinations

Hristovski Waterfall: Bulgaria’s Hidden Cascade of Stillness and Song

Destinations

Todorka Peak: The Triple-Headed Queen of Pirin, Bulgaria

Moments from Bulgarian History

History of Sozopol

Nestled on a breathtaking peninsula in southeastern Bulgaria, Sozopol offers an enticing summer retreat for locals and tourists.

Scoring Archaeological Profiles

Discover the Archaeological Profile method: a structured 0–5 diagnostic scoring system using V/C/D criteria to evaluate cultures, complexes, and periods.

Bulgaria in the Interwar Period

1918 - 1941

Explore how Bulgaria navigated the complexities of the Interwar period, from economic recovery and political instability to social transformation and military modernization.

Cucuteni-Trypillia Culture

4800 BC - 3000 BC

Explore the Cucuteni–Trypillia Culture (c. 4800–3000 BCE): painted pottery, huge “mega-sites,” farming economies, and its links to the wider Balkan Copper Age world.

Discrepancies in Archaeological Names

Archaeological culture names often vary by country, type-site and tradition. Learn why terms like Yamnaya/Pit Grave and Cucuteni–Trypillia differ, with a practical synonym list.

Kids

Operation Serdica: A Hidden Sofia Adventure for Teenagers

Destinations

A 3–4 hour Sofia adventure for teenagers: Roman ruins, a hidden rotunda, hot mineral springs, street art and a Cold War time capsule.

Cognitive Space: A Teen Guide to Spotting and Stopping Manipulation

Age 15+

Kids

A practical guide for teenagers explaining how the online information space works, how manipulation and misinformation spread through social media and algorithms, and how young people can recognize warning signs, fact-check content, and make smarter decisions online.

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