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Communist Walking Tour Sofia: 3 hours through Cold War history★ 4.88 (775) · 3h
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Sofia Walking Tour: 20+ Landmarks with Audio Guide★ 4.59 (103) · 2h–3h
Top rated
Sofia Highlights Walking Tour: 20 landmarks in 2 hours★ 4.94 (740) · 2h
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✓ 2026-09-28Real price per person across the 10 options: US$ 17.33–US$ 81 (median US$ 22). With an extra fee to pay on site: 1 of 10. With 100+ reviews: 7 of 10.
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Sofia Small Group City Tour: 2 Hours, 3 Churches & Hidden SitesA 2-hour guided city tour of Sofia with a small group (up to 10 people) visiting Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Basilica and Saint George Rotunda, plus the old Parliament, Royal residence, National theater, Roman remains and other landmarks in the city center. The guide shares lesser-known facts: why Alexander Nevsky Cathedral was built, Constantine's connection to Sofia, who invented the Cyrillic alphabet, and what happened to Bulgaria's last royal family. A short café stop is included mid-tour, and afterward you receive recommendations for traditional restaurants and museums.Is it for me?Book the shared option if you want to meet other travelers and keep the cost down; book the private option if you'd rather have the guide's full attention and set your own pace through the city's stories.
Guided Walking Tour of Sofia: Three Churches & Roman RemainsA guided walking tour of central Sofia with a live English-speaking guide covering ten landmarks across two hours, including free entry to Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Basilica and Saint George Rotunda. The tour runs as a private experience if you're the only booking for your date and time, which is typical. Groups stay under ten people.Is it for me?Start at Alexander Nevsky Cathedral in the city center, so you don't need a car or transport to reach the meeting point — the walk unfolds from there through Sofia's landmarks, ending at Vitosha Boulevard. If you're staying elsewhere in the city or arriving without a vehicle, this route keeps you on foot the whole time.
Sofia: Private Walking Tour with Roman Ruins & Market HallYou’ll walk ancient Roman streets in Sofia, taste local pastries at the Market Hall, and pause beneath cathedral domes—all with stories from your private guide. Expect sensory surprises: echoes in old churches, fresh bread smells, and lively market chatter. This tour is more about feeling Sofia than just seeing it.
Sofia: Private Walking Tour & Alexander Nevsky CathedralYou walk through Sofia's historical center with a private guide for 2-4 hours, visiting the St. George Rotunda, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and Amphitheater of Serdica among other major sights. The guide handles the route and context; you handle the pace. Includes professional guide and e-guide for the full itinerary, suitable for all fitness levels, and children are welcome with an adult.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to understand Sofia's layout and history without arranging separate tickets or transport — the private guide and fixed route do that work for you in one afternoon.
Sofia Market Food Tour: Ladies Market, Hali & TastingsThis guided market food tour in Sofia takes you through the Ladies Market, the flea market in front of Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, and the Central Sofia Market Hall (Hali), a covered market from the early 1900s. A local English-speaking guide leads groups of 8 to 15 people on a walking route that includes tastings at each venue and a full lunch; the tour runs three hours and requires moderate fitness and comfortable shoes.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see how Sofians actually shop and eat instead of following a typical sightseeing route. The walking pace and small group size mean you move at a human speed and the guide can answer questions, which matters when you're navigating unfamiliar markets and trying new food.
Plovdiv & Koprivshtitsa Day Trip from Sofia with Walking ToursYou’ll start your day with a local guide in Plovdiv’s winding old town streets before tasting lunch among Roman ruins. Then ride through rose valleys to Koprivshtitsa for stories of revolution and colorful mansions. There’s time for wandering and small discoveries—the kind that stick with you long after you’re home.
Veliko Tarnovo day trip: Medieval fortress walking tourA full-day guided walking tour from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria's medieval capital, with an English-speaking driver-guide, audio guides for Tsarevets Fortress and two museums, and stops at 12 historic sites including churches, bridges and the homes of local architects. The three-hour transfer from Sofia follows the Balkan foothills; upon arrival, the guide distributes audio equipment and walks the entire route with you, raising a numbered sign at each location so you can follow along in your chosen language. Museum entry, transport and pickup from St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral are included; food and gratuities are separate.Is it for me?Choose this if you want a guided drive through the Balkan Mountains with stops at Tsarevets Fortress rather than navigating mountain roads yourself, and prefer a structured itinerary over building your own route.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 10 of the 10 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Communist Walking Tour Sofia: 3 hours through Cold War history is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.88 out of 5 across 775 reviews.
Are private options available?
Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.
