Bistritsa Travel Guide
Sofia
Visit Bistritsa
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.
Vitosha Blvd
During your visit to Sofia, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Vitosha Blvd. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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.
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
From Sofia: Must-See Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Day Tour
Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses
Sofia: Bulgarian Wine and Rakia tasting with Snacks
From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Optional Museum, Cave or Spa
Sofia: History and Heritage - Small Group City Tour
Top hotels in Bistritsa
Grand Hotel Sofia
Great place to stay in Sofia.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Sofia Balkan Palace
Staff offered a “free upgrade” to a junior suit, we had to wait an extra hour and a half for our room to be ready. When we got given our room the room did not look like pictures at all. Yes it was bigger but the “upgraded” room was outdated, dirty, and to be honest creepy. It was like the rest of ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
ART HOTEL 158
Well-located hotel, super clean, quiet with helpful, friendly staff. There's great art throughout the hotel and clearly a lot of love has been involved in creating the business. Good value - recommended!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Best Western Terminus Hotel
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Maison Sofia - MGallery
Room was clean and well stocked, breakfast was great, complimentary refreshments at reception during throughout the day, spa & swimming facilities was great - including bathrobe & slippers (liked the addition of having to wear a swimming cap, I didn't use the gym but it looked decent, not too far ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bistritsa
Dragalevtsi
When in Dragalevtsi, you can plan a visit to Snail House and Winter Palace of Sports, 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 Princess Outlet.
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 Winter Palace of Sports and Hristo Botev Sport Hall.
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.
