Bistritsa Travel Guide
Sofia
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Popular places to visit

Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Gaze in awe at this magnificent cathedral and step inside to see a fascinating collection of mosaics, murals and religious icons.

National Palace of Culture
This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers.

Sofia Central Mineral Baths
You can find out about the history of Sofia with a trip to Sofia Central Mineral Baths. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Bulgarian Parliament
Admire the architecture of Bulgaria’s national assembly building and attend a parliamentary session at this elegant government building in Sofia’s city center.

Mount Vitosha
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Vitosha during your travels in Sofia. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its spas.

Vitoshka Boulevard
Stroll along the spacious main shopping street of Sofia and enjoy the mix of heritage façades, renowned retailers, leafy trees and lively cafés.
Things to do

From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour

Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses

Sofia Highlights 2 Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour

From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa
Top hotels in Bistritsa

Sofia Balkan Palace
Amazing building, modern but classical rooms. We loved it
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Excellent amenities and
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Grand Hotel Sofia
Exceptionally classical decor with caring and professional support staffs, The hotel is supremely situated for a first time visitor to explore the highlights of magnificent Sofia.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

InterContinental Sofia by IHG
MUY BUEN SERVICIO , ubicación excelente , el spa , el restaurante en nivel top . volvería definitvamtne recomendadisimo
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Central Hotel Sofia
Very good.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

ART HOTEL 158
Clean modern hotel , huge tv in room and rooms cleaned daily . Bar in basement , and you never heard anything from it in the room . Definitely stay again
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bistritsa

Dragalevtsi
When in Dragalevtsi, you can plan a visit to Winter Palace of Sports and Paradise Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

kv. Gorublyane
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in kv. Gorublyane and surrounding area, you can visit Inter Expo and Congress Center and Sofia Ring Mall.

Mladost
If you're spending time in Mladost, check out sights like Inter Expo and Congress Center or Winter Palace of Sports and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station.

Studentski Grad
Studentski Grad is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hristo Botev Sport Hall and Winter Palace of Sports.

Vitosha District
Vitosha District is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Vitosha and Boyana Church.

Boyana
While visiting Boyana, you might make a stop by sights like Boyana Church and Vitosha Nature Park.


