Iskar Travel Guide
Sofia
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sofia University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Sofia University during your travels in Sofia. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses
From Sofia: Must-See Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Day Tour
Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars
Top hotels in Iskar
Sofia Balkan Palace
Room was very nice and clean. Staff was beyond accommodating and nice, specially Francisca from the front desk! We would definitely stay here again on our next trip to Sofia
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
ART HOTEL 158
Room was clean, friendly staff, offered a free beverage, art is everywhere!! I loved it
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Sofia
Great location. The room was big and cosy.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Central Hotel Sofia
not exceptional, but had safe parking for my friends' car.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Great staff, beautiful hotel, clean and spacious room with an amazing view.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Best Western Terminus Hotel
Close to the main station in Sofia, room was clean and cozy, nice reception and staff.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Iskar
Mladost
If you're spending time in Mladost, check out sights like Borisova Gradina Park or Inter Expo and Congress Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station.
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 Sofia Ring Mall.
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.
Oborishte
Oborishte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Serdika Center and Oborishte park.
Lozenets
Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Borisova Gradina Park or Sofia Zoo while you're exploring the area.
Sredets District
If you're spending some time in Sredets District, Borisova Gradina Park and Monument to the Liberating Tsar are top sights worth seeing.
