Travel Sofia Itinerary:2 days Must-do list in Sofia

Day 1 | Morning

Sofia Public Mineral Baths

Opening Hours: Open on Mon-Fri,Sun,10:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 1 RMB

Location: ul Triaditsa City Center

Sofia is famous for its mineral springs, and the public mineral baths are one of Sofia's landmarks. The appearance of the bath is very beautiful, and the yellow exterior wall with red stripes is particularly eye-catching. The baths were built in the early 20th century by architects Petko Momchilov and Friedrich Grünanger, in the Viennese Secession style, combining Bulgarian, Byzantine and Orthodox forms.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Sofia Public Mineral Baths, Church of Sveta Sofia next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Church of Sveta Sofia

Opening Hours: Open from 7:00am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: 1 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: ul. "Paris" 2, 1000 Sofia Center, Sofia

Hagia Sophia is a very old church in Sofia and a very famous masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. The city of Sofia is also named after the Hagia Sophia. The church has a long history, the main nave and the two towers and one domed tower on the east side were all built in the middle of the 6th century. The floor inside the church has very intricate early Christian decorations or mosaics of flowers and animals, and there are tombs under and around the church that predate the construction of the church.

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Day 1 | Evening

For convenient access to more popular attractions, InterContinental Sofia, an IHG Hotel is the best places.

InterContinental Sofia, an IHG Hotel

Property Location
With a stay at Radisson Blu Grand Hotel, Sofia, you'll be centrally located in Sofia, steps from Monument to the Liberating Tsar and Bulgarian Parliament. This 5-star hotel is within close proximity of Sofia University and Alexander Nevski Cathedral.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 142 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Head straight for the casino, or wait for that lucky feeling while you enjoy one of the other recreational opportunities, such as a nightclub and a sauna. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting/childcare (surcharge).

Dining
Enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/café. From your room, you can also access 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.

Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access, a business center, and limo/town car service. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.

You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.

Day 2 | Morning

Saint Alexander Nevsky Patriarch's Cathedral

Opening Hours: Open from 7:00am-7:00pm

Ticket Price: 1 RMB

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: pl. "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski", 1000 Sofia Center, Sofia

The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is located in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, and is an Orthodox cathedral. The church is a neo-Byzantine building. It is the main church of the Bulgarian bishop and one of the largest Orthodox churches in the world. The interior of the church is luxuriously decorated. The golden dome in the middle is 45 meters high, and the Lord's Prayer is inscribed on it. It is decorated with various colors of Italian marble, Brazilian agate, white marble and other precious materials. The church's bell tower is 53 meters high, and there are 12 bells with a total weight of 23 tons, the heavier one is 12 tons, and the lighter one is 10 kilograms, which is very spectacular.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Boyana Church nearby is the top choice before you leave Saint Alexander Nevsky Patriarch's Cathedral and hit the road.

Boyana Church

Opening Hours: Open from 1:00pm-8:00pm

Ticket Price: 5.1 EUR

Location: 1-3 Boyansko Ezero St., Sofia 1616, Bulgaria

Located on the outskirts of Sofia, Boyana Cathedral was built from the end of the 10th century to the beginning of the 11th century. The church has two layers of frescoes, the first layer of frescoes has a long history, dating back to the 11th-12th century in the park. The frescoes on the second floor were painted by the artist on the basis of the earlier frescoes. They used superb painting skills to express the outstanding achievements of medieval Bulgarian culture in a complex and true way. The church is therefore known as the "Pearl in the Crown of Sofia".

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