Private Sofia Half Day Tour with Boyana Church and National History Museum | 5 hours

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Private Sofia Half Day Tour with Boyana Church and National History Museum
2 Adults x $201.72
$403.44
Approx Total
$403.44
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, Italian, Spanish
  • Sightseeing tour in the center of Sofia
  • Professional private driver- guide
  • Visit to the National History Museum
  • Transportation by a comfortable A/C car
  • Hotel pick up
  • Visit to Boyana Church
  • Boyana Church and National History Museum entrance fees- 12 lv./6 euro total
  • food, personal expenses
  • Gratuities

Overview

Enjoy a half-day private tour with which you will have the chance not only to see the central part of Sofia, but also the Boyana Church - a UNESCO heritage site - and the National History Museum, situated at the foot of Vitosha Mountain.

Itinerary

  • National Museum of History

    The tour starts at 9am when you will be picked up by a private guide from your staying in Sofia. By car you will head to the outskirts of Sofia and Vitosha Mountain. The first stop will be the National History Museum-the biggest museum in Bulgaria and one of the biggest on the Balkans. It has rich collections from antiquity to nowadays.

    1 hour 30 minutes

  • Boyana Church

    The next stop will be the remarkable Boyana Church, recognized by UNESCO because of its amazingly well preserved frescoes from the 13th century. You will have the chance to explore the church and learn its history from your guide.

    20 minutes

  • City Tour

    After exploring the Boyana church, you will head to the center of Sofia where there will be a 2- hour sightseeing tour. You will go around the most interesting buildings and places and learn their history from your guide- Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Saint Sofia Basilica, Saint George Rotunda, the Parliament, the Presidency, the Roman Remains and others. The tour will finish at around 2pm near the beginning of “Vitosha” street- the main walking street in Sofia.

    2 hours

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Please warn us if you have a 0-2 years old baby when you make the reservation so that we can prepare a special seat for them

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June 12100% refund
June 13No refund

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Fantastic Full-Day Tour of Sofia with Maria – A Must-Do!

Published on Mar, 2025

We had an incredible full-day tour of Sofia, including Vitosha Mountain, the National Museum of Natural History, and Boyana Church—it was truly one of the highlights of our trip. What made it even more special was our guide, Maria, whose knowledge, energy, and passion for her country were outstanding. The tour blended history and stunning natural beauty perfectly. We started with breathtaking views from Vitosha Mountain before exploring the remarkable Boyana Church, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where Maria’s insights brought its fascinating frescoes to life. Another highlight was the National Museum of Natural History, with its impressive collection showcasing Bulgaria’s diverse wildlife and geological history. It was a great addition, offering a deeper look into the country’s natural heritage. The guided city tour of Sofia itself was equally impressive, giving us a richer appreciation of its culture, architecture, and history. The itinerary was well-paced, allowing us to enjoy each site without feeling rushed, and Maria kept us engaged throughout. If you’re looking for a comprehensive, well-organized tour with a passionate and knowledgeable guide, this is the one to book. Highly recommended!

Great introduction to Sofia!

Published on Nov, 2024

A wonderful tour of Sofia. Maria was an excellent guide and we learned so much about Bulgarian history and daily life. Thank you Maria for your knowledge and bringing your country’s past to life in such an informative and engaging way. We hope to see you again!

Excellent, informative tour

Published on Jun, 2024

Excellent guide, showed us parts of Sofia we would have missed. He was very knowledgeable about Sofia and Bulgaria history, and very educated in his explanations. Boyana and the National History Museum were impressive and worthwhile Only negative was the small, uncomfortable car.

An enlightening tour that many people to take in order to understand and appreciate modern Bulgaria!

Published on Oct, 2022

There were so memorable parts of this tour that I have a hard time beginning. First of all the National History Museum was exceptional especially with such a knowledgeable guide like Dimitri who explained in details the over 5,000 years of history that Bulgaria has. Then, the importance of Bayona Church, followed by a visit to the largest synagogue in Bulgaria and its history of protecting Jews was very meaningful to us as Jews; followed by the Roman ruins, the visit to the park and sitting there while Dimitri explained the two 20th century Balkan Wars… followed by so much. Our guide Dimitri was amazing; you should give him more tours and pay him a lot because he’s delightful to listen to for historical narratives!

The Best Sofia Half Day Tour

Published on Jul, 2022

I was met at hotel by my guide Maria who was very welcoming. Maria explained about the day & best place to buy souvenirs. The Natural History Museum was an excellent visit to understand the history. Maria was vert knowledgeable & I was impressed with her knowledge. The museum had many interesting pieces of history as treasures discovered to traditional clothing. I learnt a lot about Bulgarian history thanks to Maria. I then visited Boyana Church which was beautifully built. The church has beautiful garden around it. I entered the church & was amazed with with art work on wall. I then visited many key sites in Sofia & Maria explained to me about each building. The cathedral was a beautiful site to see. Maria was very professional & thanks to her my tour was excellent. The best half day tour in Sofia.

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