Tag: sofia

Things to do in Sofia
Even the guy giving us a walking tour of the city suggested it would be a shame to visit Bulgaria and not leave Sofia. And while that may be true, there are still some pretty cool things to do in the city that make it worth staying at least a day or two. Take a…
Getting around in Sofia
By far, my least favorite thing about Sofia is getting around. It’s a pretty sizable city, not all of it pleasant to walk through, and moving from one place to another can be a pain in the ass. Here are my best tips for getting around in Sofia. Public transportation The public transportation in Sofia…
The fun little things about taking a bus from Sofia to Skopje
One of the cheapest ways to get from Bulgaria to Macedonia is by bus. I’ve become accustomed to traveling by bus in Europe, so when planning this trip, taking a bus seemed like the most reasonable thing to do. It was only $18 one way, though it’s a 6 hour bus ride. But it’s not…
Could I Live Here? Sofia Edition
Though Sofia definitely didn’t impress me when I first arrived, the city has proven to be a worthwhile place to visit. But is it a good place to live? I broke down a few factors to decide. Atmosphere There are plenty of beautiful things to see and do in Sofia as a visitor. There are…
How a free waking tour redeemed Sofia
When you don’t like something, the best thing you can do is learn more about it. So when I came to Sofia and though “Oh ok… eh,” I did something I rarely do: a walking tour. The walking tours in Sofia are free and given daily at 11 am and 6 pm. They meet in front of…
Visiting the Seven Rila Lakes in winter
Before coming to Bulgaria, we looked up a couple of things to do and one of the most highly rated attractions was the Seven Rila Lakes. We didn’t book anything and when we arrived, we were dismayed to discover that the majority of Rila Lake tours are held in the summer, usually after May. The…