National Museum of History hotels in Sofia, Bulgaria

Bulgaria’s National Museum of History in Sofia

Sofia’s National Museum of History, which sits in the grounds of ex-communist leader Todor Zhivkov’s former residence, is a cultural highlight just a short trip from the restaurants, attractions, hotels and hostels of the city centre. Head south from your accommodation in Sofia to learn about Bulgaria’s past.

Learn about Bulgaria at the National Museum of History

The National Museum of History is the largest museum in Sofia, and preserves more than 650,000 items related to fine arts, history, ethnography and archaeology. Permanent exhibits show off furniture, traditional costumes, weapons, flags and a collection of clocks, as well as a space exhibit that boasts various space suits, instruments and space food developed for Bulgarian cosmonauts. Besides the permanent collections, a number of temporary exhibitions take place throughout the year.

Book a Hotel near Sofia’s National Museum of History

Use Expedia’s search tool to browse a selection of featured hotels near the National Museum of History, and you’re sure to find something to suit your needs. Nearby options include apartment-style hotels, upmarket spa resorts and deluxe contemporary four-star properties with amenities such as restaurants, bars and nightclubs.

More choices are available near South Park and Borisova Gradina, or back in the heart of the city around Alexander Nevski Cathedral. Here you’ll find a range of options in all price brackets, from basic backpacker hostels to traditional hotels in colourful neo-Classical buildings.

What other Attractions are near the National Museum of History?

If you’re heading to the National Museum of History, combine your trip with a visit to Boyana Church; a well-preserved World Heritage Site famous for its medieval frescoes. Also nearby is the botanical garden of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences’ Botany Institute.

Perhaps the biggest draw in this part of town is majestic Mount Vitosha, which looms over the city of Sofia. The landscape encompasses sub-alpine grasslands, stone rivers, natural spruce forests and an extensive network of caves, and offers numerous opportunities for skiing, hiking, rock-climbing, paragliding, mountain biking and more.

Whether you’re seeking culture, history, sporting activities or pure relaxation, book a hotel near the National Museum of History for your next Sofia stay.