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 ![Photo by Turbulent Orange](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/29f60907b82816e55645ebae4ce2e447.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Turbulent Orange](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/29f60907b82816e55645ebae4ce2e447.jpg) ## 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507274-alexander-nevski-cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alexander Nevski Cathedral 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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507364-national-palace-of-culture.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Palace-Of-Culture-Sofia-City-Center.d6097814.Attraction) ![Sofia Central Mineral Baths](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/fec5d4dda121f080cc0dbefde8cfba04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia-Central-Mineral-Baths-Sofia-City-Center.d6097840.Attraction) ![Bulgarian Parliament](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507257-bulgarian-parliament.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bulgarian-Parliament-Sofia-City-Center.d6097806.Attraction) ![Vitoshka Boulevard](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507287-sofia.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) ![Ivan Vazov National Theatre](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507294-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ivan Vazov National Theatre Sofia’s largest theater combines a fascinating array of art and architecture with a busy schedule of performances by some of Bulgaria’s finest actors. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ivan-Vazov-National-Theatre-Sofia-City-Center.d6097820.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) ![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 £10 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sofia-discover-bulgaria-with-dance.a48224234.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) ![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) #### Best: UNESCO Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Must-See Tour £17 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/best-unesco-rila-monastery-boyana-church-must-see-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) ![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) [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 £94 8 Feb - 9 Feb 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! (1,003 reviews) Room was amazing, very comfortable and the view was incredible. Only a few minor cons. The laundry service is very expensive, the building is on centralized air and in winter won’t allow you to go below 23\*C so the room got quite warm, and the bellhops did not offer any help with the luggage on check ... Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=1978&PinnedHotelID=1978&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 £110 1 Feb - 2 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! (1,000 reviews) excellent hotel, old fashioned but modern comfort, well appointed rooms, quite, staff efficient and courteous Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=1156140&PinnedHotelID=1156140&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 £132 15 Feb - 16 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! (531 reviews) Excellent stay. Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=44114213&PinnedHotelID=44114213&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) ![Hotel Premier Sofia Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15300000/15292100/15292076/db904835_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Premier Sofia Airport 11 Briuksel Boulevard Sofia £74 24 Jan - 25 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews) Good clean room. Professional staff. Good breakfast. Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F01%2F2026&endDate=25%2F01%2F2026&selected=15292076&PinnedHotelID=15292076&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 £59 27 Jan - 28 Jan 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! (999 reviews) It was a comfortable bed at a reasonable price. Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F01%2F2026&endDate=28%2F01%2F2026&selected=1397742&PinnedHotelID=1397742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) ![B1 City Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95780000/95771800/95771750/8ff69a7a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### B1 City Hotel 2 Boyan Damyanov Street Sofia Sofia City Province Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions The Mall and Arena Armeec are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (101 reviews) The breakfast was good Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=31%2F01%2F2026&selected=95771750&PinnedHotelID=95771750&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F01%2F2026&endDate=31%2F01%2F2026&selected=95771750&PinnedHotelID=95771750&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635974587364) [See all 746 properties in Serdika](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/206000/206647-Sofia.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 Ivan Vazov National Theatre 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) ![Monument to the Liberating Tsar showing a monument, a statue or sculpture and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/81000/81145-Monument-To-The-Liberating-Tsar.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sredets District If you're spending some time in Sredets District, Monument to the Liberating Tsar and Central Military Club 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) ![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) ### Lozenets 3.5/5(14 area reviews) Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Sofia Zoo or Borisova Gradina Park while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia-Lozenets.dx3000660879) ![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) ### 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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