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

The Shumen Fortress from Above

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What to Do if a Bee Stings You?

Photography

Beach Cleaning at Dawn on the Black Sea

Photography

Veliki Preslav Archaeological Reserve

FAQs

Forest Fire & Wildfire Safety in Bulgaria: What to Do, Who to Call

Photography

Aerial View of the Black Sea’s Sandy Beach

Don't Miss Destinations

Photography

Symphony of Seasons – The Seven Rila Lakes

This stunning aerial photograph captures the ethereal beauty of the Seven Rila Lakes in Bulgaria, bathed in the golden light of early summer.

Zheravna – Bulgaria’s Wooden‑House Masterpiece (and a Festival in Folk Costume)

The Great Basilica in Pliska

What to Do Around Plovdiv: 12 Hand‑picked Day Trips

The Thracian Tomb of Aleksandrovo: A Painted Chronicle from the 4th Century BCE

PHOTOGRAPHY & LENS

Bokeh Vademecum

What causes field curvature in photographic lenses?

May 29, 2024

Lenses

Olympus OM Zuiko Auto‑T 100 mm f/2

October 10, 2025

Lenses

Carl Zeiss Jena Biotar T 58mm f/2

May 13, 2023

FAQ About Bulgaria

A to Z How To

How do I get from Sofia airport to my hotel?

You can use a taxi, transfer, metro, or a public bus to reach from Sofia airport to Sofia city. Riding time varies from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the transportation method

How can I find emergency services if I need it?

Locksmith & Broken Keys in Bulgaria?

Income Taxes in Bulgaria for Foreigners: The Hidden Guide

Do third-country nationals (non-EU citizens) need a visa to live in Bulgaria long-term?

Weather

Sofia

clear sky

26.6 ° C

26.6 °

24.8 °

38 %

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Wed

27 °

Thu

32 °

Fri

30 °

Sat

29 °

Sun

32 °

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

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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

The Ezero Culture

3300 BC - 2700 BC

Discover the Ezero Culture (c. 3300–2700 calBC): fortified tell settlements in Thrace, early metallurgy, pottery styles, and links to Troy and wider Balkan networks.

Chronology of Archaeological Cultures in Present-day Bulgaria

Dive into the rich tapestry of Bulgaria’s past as we explore the diverse archaeological cultures that have shaped its land. This journey uncovers the fascinating timeline of human history in Bulgaria, from the earliest settlers to advanced ancient civilizations.

The Balkan Wars

1912 - 1913

The Balkan Wars of 1912–1913 were a crucial turning point for Bulgaria, marked by both significant territorial ambitions and the challenges of regional alliances, ultimately shaping the nation's trajectory towards World War I.

Liberation of Bulgaria and the Treaty of San Stefano

1878

In 1878, Bulgaria emerged from centuries of Ottoman rule, marking the beginning of a new chapter in its history.

The Boian Culture

4300 BC - 3500 BC

Explore the Boian culture (c. 4300–3500 BCE): Lower Danube settlements, pottery traditions, and its transition toward Gumelnița and KGK VI in Bulgaria.

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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