Title: Central Bulgaria Travel Guide: Best of Central Bulgaria, Bulgaria Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Central Bulgaria](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Bulgaria-Hotels.d6050206.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Central Bulgaria](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Bulgaria-Holiday-Rentals.d6050206.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Central Bulgaria](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Central-Bulgaria.d6050206.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Central Bulgaria](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Central-Bulgaria.d6050206.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Central Bulgaria Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central-Bulgaria.d6050206.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Bulgaria Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Bulgaria.d6050206.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Central Bulgaria Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Central Bulgaria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/8f66c8b67f735fee9baff707c11df97e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Bulgaria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/27138b534b6e24d37140eaa3336d9b75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Bulgaria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/69adb35549ee911f2cfda337eb8c2f83.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Bulgaria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/9f7aa2e21011112743e475ed2e099c3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central Bulgaria](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/6f4bf66eded24167b6c86b4e86cdab09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Bulgaria Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Central Bulgaria ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/27138b534b6e24d37140eaa3336d9b75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Veliko Tarnovo Center Though Veliko Tarnovo Center may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Samovodska Charshia and Asen's Monument. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Veliko-Tarnovo-Veliko-Tarnovo-Center.dx553248635974577909) - Top hotels in Central Bulgaria - Top Holiday Rentals in Central Bulgaria ![Kings Valley Medical & Spa Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87830000/87823400/87823397/73f6ba98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kings Valley Medical & Spa Hotel 22 Izvora Street Kazanlak Stara Zagora Province £127 2 Feb - 3 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Kazanlak. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Open Market and Iskra Historical Museum are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews) EXELLENT Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F02%2F2026&endDate=03%2F02%2F2026&selected=87823397&PinnedHotelID=87823397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050206) ![Hotel Tsarevets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48440000/48435100/48435029/756a68f8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Tsarevets Chitalishtna str, 23 Veliko Tarnovo Stay at this spa hotel in Veliko Tarnovo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Museum of National Revival & Constituent ... 7.6/10 Good! (44 reviews) The receptionist was excellent. As a foreigner, her welcome and kindness was above and beyond, thank you kindly. The rest of the staff were also amazing. I will never forget the woman at breakfast bringing me Mikitsi with icing sugar, and telling me eat…eat, so personal and sweet. The spa is included, ... Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=48435029&PinnedHotelID=48435029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050206) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=48435029&PinnedHotelID=48435029&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050206) ![Park Hotel Stara Zagora](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23070000/23065300/23065245/3401bfd3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Park Hotel Stara Zagora 50 Han Asparuh Str Stara Zagora Stay at this luxury hotel in Stara Zagora. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Zagorka Brewery Museum and Samara Flag Monument ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (62 reviews) Breakfast was excellent, the room was spacious and beautifully decorated. The area with the lake is also gorgeous. Great hotel! Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=23065245&PinnedHotelID=23065245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050206) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=23065245&PinnedHotelID=23065245&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6050206) [See all 479 properties in Central Bulgaria](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F01%2F2026&endDate=13%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6050206) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Sevtopolis Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103150000/103140300/103140252/4d516335_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sevtopolis Apartments Progres Kazanlak Stara Zagora Stay at this luxury apartment in Kazanlak. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and Netflix. Popular attractions Open Market and Iskra Historical Museum are ... 10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Location was good, but needed better directions there. ENTRANCE IS BETWEEN A cafe shop and Post office. This would have been helpful. Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kazanlak-Hotels-Sevtopolis-Apartments.h103140252.Hotel-Information) ![The Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106480000/106477300/106477201/94cdd6f9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Centre Stolat Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Sevlievo. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a garden and laundry facilities. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sevlievo-Hotels-The-Centre.h106477201.Hotel-Information) ![DORM BG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89280000/89270200/89270168/71f7e741_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DORM BG 1A str. Kenali Stara Zagora Stara Zagora Stay at this aparthotel in Stara Zagora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Zagorka Brewery Museum and Beroe Stadium ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews) Temiz oda banyo çalışanlar çok anlayışlı kibarlar Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Stara-Zagora-Hotels-DORM-BG.h89270168.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Central Bulgaria](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6050206&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Central Bulgaria hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050206&startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12)[11 Jan - 12 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050206&startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050206&startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13)[12 Jan - 13 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050206&startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050206&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6050206&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Tsarevets Fortress](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ad85d573cf86ec35c072c01dffe4b987.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tsarevets Fortress Learn about the local history of Veliko Tarnovo when you take a trip to Tsarevets Fortress. You can enjoy the bars while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsarevets-Fortress-Veliko-Tarnovo.d6097872.Attraction) ![Buzludzha Monument](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f87897e83f3f64efc8b80176eec4c90a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buzludzha Monument You can learn about the history of Kazanlak with a stop at Buzludzha Monument. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Buzludzha-Monument-Gabrovo.d553248621532502722.Attraction) ![Krushuna waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0effe198080dba34364aca518e967ecb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Krushuna waterfalls Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Krushuna waterfalls during your travels in Letnitsa. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Krushuna-Waterfalls-Letnitsa.d553248635939591739.Attraction) ![Samovodska Charshia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/10df04295e190cb51a398c70d73681b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Samovodska Charshia During your trip to Dragijevo, you can do some window-shopping at Samovodska Charshia. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Samovodska-Charshia-Veliko-Tarnovo.d553248635939577807.Attraction) #### Uzana Ski Resort Hit the slopes in Gabrovo with a visit to Uzana Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uzana-Ski-Resort-Gabrovo.d6097926.Attraction) #### Etâr Ethnographic Village Museum You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Etâr Ethnographic Village Museum during your trip to Gabrovo. Amble around the area's forests or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Etar-Ethnographic-Village-Museum-Gabrovo.d553248621533038910.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Varna: Archaeological Museum Ticket & E-Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4553880/bf1853c0-d919-4086-be06-423b4c31f813.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Varna: Archaeological Museum Ticket & E-Guide £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/varna-archaeological-museum-ticket-e-guide.a4553880.activity-details) ![Varna Airport/Varna City - Golden Sands](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48511710/2af1df99-0a22-465b-be9a-fa593f17d7ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Varna Airport/Varna City - Golden Sands £20 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/varna-airportvarna-city-golden-sands.a48511710.activity-details) ![Pokémon GO Varna Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1202013/f927f167-a7d7-4ddf-9222-af4763e09995.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pokémon GO Varna Private Tour £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pokemon-go-varna-private-tour.a1202013.activity-details) ![Varna: Guided VIP Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4545583/4e6ff7dd-c65c-47f9-acb7-6d99119e4e1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Varna: Guided VIP Tour £69 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/varna-guided-vip-tour.a4545583.activity-details) ![Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3476623/e15ca815-62ff-47bc-b001-0b74a89d2e7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Varna Exquisite Wine Tasting £51 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/varna-exquisite-wine-tasting.a3476623.activity-details) ![Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201877/946d155b-7970-4c38-9690-e74a73f82743.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Varna Gourmet Tour with Superb Wine Tasting £51 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-varna-gourmet-tour-with-superb-wine-tasting.a1201877.activity-details) [See all activities in Central Bulgaria](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Central-Bulgaria.d6050206.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Central Bulgaria ![Veliko Tarnovo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/27138b534b6e24d37140eaa3336d9b75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Veliko Tarnovo ![Ruse](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/3b14bbf1376353371242eb88f9decdfe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ruse ![Photo by Светлозар Димов](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0e21a5c60d745f8bb98a8676e0a14827.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Targovishte ![Photo by Anna Boeva](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/838b970df988f852e7de87ffb5a50114.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Karlovo - Cities near Central Bulgaria - Places of interest [Veliko Tarnovo](https://expedia.co.uk/Veliko-Tarnovo.dx4209)[Ruse](https://expedia.co.uk/Ruse.dx9710)[Stara Zagora](https://expedia.co.uk/Stara-Zagora.dx9978)[Targovishte](https://expedia.co.uk/Targovishte.dx10051)[Karlovo](https://expedia.co.uk/Karlovo.dx500338)[Gabrovo](https://expedia.co.uk/Gabrovo.dx500339)[Hisarja](https://expedia.co.uk/Hisarja.dx6051572)[Troyan](https://expedia.co.uk/Troyan.dx6053976)[Bozhentsi](https://expedia.co.uk/Bozhentsi.dx6054080)[Yambol](https://expedia.co.uk/Yambol.dx6140415)[Sevlievo](https://expedia.co.uk/Sevlievo.dx6141271)[Tryavna](https://expedia.co.uk/Tryavna.dx6141604)[Svishtov](https://expedia.co.uk/Svishtov.dx6144091)[Kazanlak](https://expedia.co.uk/Kazanlak.dx6205013)[Isperih](https://expedia.co.uk/Isperih.dx6205014)[Sliven](https://expedia.co.uk/Sliven.dx6255450)[Lovech](https://expedia.co.uk/Lovech.dx6289410)[Oltenita](https://expedia.co.uk/Oltenita.dx6336662)[Turiya village](https://expedia.co.uk/Turiya-Village.dx3000043519)[Tsareva Livada](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsareva-Livada.dx3000043524)[Slivenski Mineralni Bani](https://expedia.co.uk/Slivenski-Mineralni-Bani.dx3000043552)[Sennik](https://expedia.co.uk/Sennik.dx3000043562)[Samovodene](https://expedia.co.uk/Samovodene.dx3000043567)[Rayuvtsi](https://expedia.co.uk/Rayuvtsi.dx3000043578)[Radnevo](https://expedia.co.uk/Radnevo.dx3000043584) - 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