Title: Serdika Travel Guide: Best of Serdika, Sofia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Serdika](https://expedia.co.uk/Serdika-Sofia-Hotels.0-n553248635974587364-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Sofia](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Sofia.d3235.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Sofia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sofia.d3235.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Serdika Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Serdika.d553248635974587364.Car-Hire-Guide)[Serdika Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Serdika.d553248635974587364.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Serdika Travel Guide ## Sofia ![View of Sofia's mosque from the ruins of the old town of Serdika just outside the central metro station.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050209/aa5fbfb5-3890-42a8-ab1b-fe44aa355cac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View of Sofia's mosque from the ruins of the old town of Serdika just outside the central metro station.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050209/aa5fbfb5-3890-42a8-ab1b-fe44aa355cac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Serdika Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Sofia travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia.dx3235) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Alexander Nevski Cathedral showing heritage architecture and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097802/dfc72c32-1f0e-4a85-8ef4-884068b724da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alexander Nevski Cathedral 4.5/5(71 reviews) Gaze in awe at this magnificent cathedral and step inside to see a fascinating collection of mosaics, murals and religious icons. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alexander-Nevski-Cathedral-Sofia-City-Center.d6097802.Attraction) ![National Palace of Culture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097814/79fd028e-543e-464e-98fa-802532f1ce9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Palace of Culture 4/5(41 reviews) This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Palace-Of-Culture-Sofia-City-Center.d6097814.Attraction) ![Public mineral baths building, Sofia, Bulgaria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097840/1d9957f6-5bdd-4ba8-949f-2b22dcfc1384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sofia Central Mineral Baths 4/5(15 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia-Central-Mineral-Baths-Sofia-City-Center.d6097840.Attraction) ![People walk along the evening busy Vitosha Boulevard in the city of Sofia, Bulgaria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634430734196/9d8a32d3-d082-4304-8bb6-360287b344d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vitosha Blvd 4.5/5(6 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vitosha-Blvd-Sofia.d553248634430734196.Attraction) ![Bulgarian Parliament which includes night scenes and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097806/5366e939-67df-477a-becc-8a5d324a0a70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bulgarian Parliament 4/5(24 reviews) Admire the architecture of Bulgaria’s national assembly building and attend a parliamentary session at this elegant government building in Sofia’s city center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bulgarian-Parliament-Sofia-City-Center.d6097806.Attraction) ![Vitoshka Boulevard showing markets, outdoor eating and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6170818/097daa80-9333-426c-b6ba-6ceb2e98b149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Vitoshka Boulevard Stroll along the spacious main shopping street of Sofia and enjoy the mix of heritage façades, renowned retailers, leafy trees and lively cafés. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Vitoshka-Boulevard-Rajon-Triaditsa.d6170818.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48237794/840bb487-d9a3-46cf-a4a3-7222d7440914.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses £16 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sofia-guided-tasting-of-local-wines-and-cheeses.a48237794.activity-details) ![Rakia Museum](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48376037/2e862cc6-5454-49f6-bbcb-6b82b4c1859c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rakia Museum Entrance Ticket £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rakia-museum-entrance-ticket.a48376037.activity-details) ![Sofia: Discover Bulgaria with Dance](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48224234/bd6f0c2f-9da8-440e-85a2-3e5e78237498.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sofia: Discover Bulgaria with Dance £19 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sofia-discover-bulgaria-with-dance.a48224234.activity-details) ![Photos with traditional costumes in Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47755487/32c03dad-9f40-45d6-be80-8c6bc6d8b5c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Photos with traditional costumes in Sofia £9 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/photos-with-traditional-costumes-in-sofia.a47755487.activity-details) ![Best: UNESCO Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Must-See Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47672049/e7a51b56-561d-4bfa-82fb-58695de3819d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Sofia: Must-See Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Day Tour £17 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-sofia-must-see-rila-monastery-boyana-church-day-tour.a47672049.activity-details) ![The New Sofia Pub Crawl Guides](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2067639/c550f8cd-bc68-40ac-8d7b-d1fab5e6d048.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sofia-pub-crawl-tour-of-the-hidden-unique-bars.a2067639.activity-details) [See all activities in Sofia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sofia.d3235.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Serdika ![Sofia Balkan Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2000/1978/b6f761b2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sofia Balkan Palace 5 Sveta Nedelya Square Sofia Sofia £108 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=1978&PinnedHotelID=1978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) ![ART HOTEL 158](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96420000/96410800/96410729/dd206d6c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ART HOTEL 158 KNYAZ BORIS I 158 Sofia Sofia City Province Stay at this hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Sofia Synagogue and Central Sofia Market Hall ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (161 reviews) Room was clean, friendly staff, offered a free beverage, art is everywhere!! I loved it Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=96410729&PinnedHotelID=96410729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=96410729&PinnedHotelID=96410729&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) ![Grand Hotel Sofia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1156200/1156140/ce50095c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel Sofia 1 Gurko Str Sofia £114 20 Feb - 21 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Sofia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (997 reviews) Probably the best hotel in Sofia. Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=1156140&PinnedHotelID=1156140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) ![Central Hotel Sofia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1400000/1397800/1397742/e6547c55_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Central Hotel Sofia 52, Hristo Botev Blvd. Sofia £51 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) not exceptional, but had safe parking for my friends' car. Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=1397742&PinnedHotelID=1397742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) ![Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44120000/44114300/44114213/6afa1251_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia 89B, Vitosha Blvd. Sofia Sofia £147 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (539 reviews) Great staff, beautiful hotel, clean and spacious room with an amazing view. Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=44114213&PinnedHotelID=44114213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) ![Best Western Terminus Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1670000/1660800/1660772/f19d56d1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Terminus Hotel 154 Hristo Botev Blvd Sofia £60 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (405 reviews) Close to the main station in Sofia, room was clean and cozy, nice reception and staff. Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=1660772&PinnedHotelID=1660772&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) [See all 733 properties in Serdika](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635974587364) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia-Oborishte.dx553248635939578115) ![Sofia which includes a house and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000660880/eede7a96-7135-4b83-85ed-a07a7656d54b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sofia City Center 4/5(180 area reviews) Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Sofia City Center. Top attractions like Slaveykov Square and Sofia City Art Gallery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Serdika Station or Lavov Most Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia-Sofia-City-Center.dx3000660880) ![Saint Alexander Nevski Cathedral, Sofia, Bulgaria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976006865/f67ef99f-5c13-46fe-be60-9ff78e5928fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia-Sredets-District.dx553248635976006865) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### G.K. Serdika While G.K. Serdika isn't home to many top sights, Mall of Sofia and Vitosha Blvd are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia-GK-Serdika.dx553248635974577912) ![Boyana Church Bulgaria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000660879/041328fe-14b8-454e-ac8d-72d691b9aa5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lozenets 3.5/5(14 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia-Lozenets.dx3000660879) ![Drone photo of city center Sofia, Bulgaria, with the building of the National Theater Ivan Vazov in the middle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/944706324045053952/87f930eb-58df-4b9f-a35e-e6c806530162.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ivan Vazov If you're spending some time in Ivan Vazov, Vitosha Blvd and Vitoshka Boulevard are top sights worth seeing. 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