Mladost Travel Guide
Sofia
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.
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.
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.
Ivan Vazov National Theatre
Sofia’s largest theater combines a fascinating array of art and architecture with a busy schedule of performances by some of Bulgaria’s finest actors.
Things to do
Best: UNESCO Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Must-See 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 Mladost
Best Western Plus Olives City Hotel
Lovely staff
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Metropolitan Hotel Sofia, a member of Radisson Individuals
Smooth transitions and spacious room. Breakfast was good and overall an excellent experience. The last time I stayed here was around 2008 when the hotel wasn’t even open. We were fog bound at Sofia airport and had nowhere to stay, only a crippy little B&B that Bulgaria Air offered us. We persuaded ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
WorkNomads LAB Hotel-Coliving & Coworking
Very good hotel !
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Sofia by IHG
An excellent hotel with a warm and welcoming staff. We did not experience any discrimination toward Israelis at all, on the contrary, the service was wonderful. The spa is of a very high standard with truly professional therapists, and the pool is great and enjoyable. The breakfast is rich, tasty, ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hotel Vega Sofia
The amenities are great with some weird kinks. For example - the light switch for the bathrooms is behind the door on the outside of the bathroom so if you open the door you can't effectively reach for the light. You have to turn the light on before opening the door. The bath tub is incredibly high. ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Sofia Balkan Palace
Room was amazing, very comfortable and the view was incredible. Only a few minor cons. The laundry service is very expensive, the building is on centralized air and in winter won’t allow you to go below 23*C so the room got quite warm, and the bellhops did not offer any help with the luggage on check ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mladost
zh.k. Eksperimentalen
While zh.k. Eksperimentalen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Inter Expo and Congress Center and Sofia Ring Mall.
Studentski Grad
Studentski Grad is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Winter Palace of Sports and Hristo Botev Sport Hall.
Iskar
While Iskar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Inter Expo and Congress Center and Arena Armeec.
Lozenets
Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Borisova Gradina Park or Sofia Zoo while you're exploring the area.
Oborishte
Oborishte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Serdika Center and Oborishte park.
Dragalevtsi
When in Dragalevtsi, you can plan a visit to Winter Palace of Sports and Paradise Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
