Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Rila December 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Rila](https://expedia.co.uk/Rila-Hotels.d6147280.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rila](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Rila.d6147280.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Rila Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Rila.d6147280.Car-Hire-Guide)[Rila Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Rila.d6147280.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Rila ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rila Types of activities [Rila travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Rila.dx6147280) ![Photo by Paul Lowe 👣](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/aa1365f291bcf329144a6e35f7286a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Paul Lowe 👣](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/aa1365f291bcf329144a6e35f7286a01.jpg) ![Photo by Paul Lowe 👣](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8921584bf398384efda7d3763d492633.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Paul Lowe 👣](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8921584bf398384efda7d3763d492633.jpg) ![Photo by Anna Boeva](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a2f8e5f48dcc9a2f91fce6c0fe9b9666.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Anna Boeva](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a2f8e5f48dcc9a2f91fce6c0fe9b9666.jpg) ![Photo by Weimin Chen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4d13b868712dea256d47213f834e01fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Weimin Chen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4d13b868712dea256d47213f834e01fb.jpg) ![Photo by Anna Boeva](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4ec755f3b4ab6b883ae99b055258a3b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Anna Boeva](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4ec755f3b4ab6b883ae99b055258a3b8.jpg) ## Rila Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Rila has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Rila, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Rila with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Rila Rila is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Rila, and make it a breeze to explore Rila and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Rila to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Rila, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Rila. #### Rila attractions Rila has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Rila to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Rila. Looking for things to do in Rila can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Rila or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Rila attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Rila | Number of things to do | 36 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Rila Monastery: Complex and Museums Smartphone Audio Guide](/things-to-do/rila-monastery-complex-and-museums-smartphone-audio-guide.a48275521.activity-details): £5 | | Top 5 things to do | [Rila Monastery: Complex and Museums Smartphone Audio Guide](/things-to-do/rila-monastery-complex-and-museums-smartphone-audio-guide.a48275521.activity-details)[Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour ](/things-to-do/rila-monastery-boyana-church-tour.a516944.activity-details)[Rila Monastery and St. Ivan Cave Day Trip From Sofia](/things-to-do/rila-monastery-and-st-ivan-cave-day-trip-from-sofia.a48644904.activity-details)[The Seven Rila lakes](/things-to-do/the-seven-rila-lakes.a518426.activity-details)[From Sofia: Rila monastery & Boyana church and free pick up](/things-to-do/unesco-national-treasures-rila-monastery-boyana-church-free-pick-up.a678034.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [The Ultimate Snowmobile Adventure - 7 Rila Lakes & Panichishte](/things-to-do/the-ultimate-snowmobile-adventure-7-rila-lakes-panichishte.a45052702.activity-details)[Unique Traditional Bulgarian Meal at the Seven Rila Lakes Hut](/things-to-do/unique-traditional-bulgarian-meal-at-the-seven-rila-lakes-hut.a45375870.activity-details)[Rila National Park Horse Riding Adventure](/things-to-do/rila-national-park-horse-riding-adventure.a44849627.activity-details)[Gorno Draglishte: Local Folklore Experience w/ Food Tasting](/things-to-do/gorno-draglishte-local-folklore-experience-w-food-tasting.a48104506.activity-details)[Private & Tremendous Jeep Safari in the 7 Rila Lakes area](/things-to-do/private-tremendous-jeep-safari-in-the-7-rila-lakes-area.a2064766.activity-details) | | With kids | [Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour ](/things-to-do/rila-monastery-boyana-church-tour.a516944.activity-details)[Rila Monastery and St. Ivan Cave Day Trip From Sofia](/things-to-do/rila-monastery-and-st-ivan-cave-day-trip-from-sofia.a48644904.activity-details)[From Sofia: Rila monastery & Boyana church and free pick up](/things-to-do/unesco-national-treasures-rila-monastery-boyana-church-free-pick-up.a678034.activity-details)[Self-guided Day Trip to Rila Monastery](/things-to-do/private-day-trip-to-rila-monastery-from-sofia.a1201928.activity-details)[Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church](/things-to-do/flexible-day-trip-to-rila-monastery-and-boyana-church-from-sofia.a1202028.activity-details) | ## What to do in Rila --- ### Popular places to visit ![Rila Monastery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/aa1365f291bcf329144a6e35f7286a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rila Monastery 4/5(6 reviews) Rila Monastery is just one of the places to see in Rila, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the spas and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Rila-Monastery-Rila.d6097908.Attraction) #### St Luke’s Hermitage & St Ivan’s Cave You can find out about the history of Rila with a stop at St Luke’s Hermitage & St Ivan’s Cave. Make time to visit the spas and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Lukes-Hermitage-St-Ivans-Cave-Rila.d553248621533039049.Attraction) #### Medi Valley Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Medi Valley Winery during your travels to Rila. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Medi-Valley-Winery-Rila.d873860432348315648.Attraction) #### Church of Rozhdestvo Bogorodichno After visiting Church of Rozhdestvo Bogorodichno, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rilski Manastir. Make time to visit the spas and temples while you're in the area. 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Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Rila ![Photo by Krizova](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/cee5d67f5cfee98c154a1302458bf80f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Razlog ![Photo by Kelvin Harrison](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0fd0ee8d480577ab2507bbb9914ff17f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Samokov ![Photo by Hristo Hristov](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ce75ec7fefb66c88375fe4b5c63bde5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dupnitsa ![Photo by Paul Lowe 👣](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/4238a56018297f3be82a22d9401d9c1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Blagoevgrad ![Photo by Paul Lowe 👣](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/aa1365f291bcf329144a6e35f7286a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Rilski Manastir ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rila worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Rila? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Rila? ### Is three days enough to stay in Rila? ### What are some activities to do in Rila with kids? > - [Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour ](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rila-monastery-boyana-church-tour.a516944.activity-details) > - [Rila Monastery and St. Ivan Cave Day Trip From Sofia](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rila-monastery-and-st-ivan-cave-day-trip-from-sofia.a48644904.activity-details) > - [From Sofia: Rila monastery & Boyana church and free pick up](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/unesco-national-treasures-rila-monastery-boyana-church-free-pick-up.a678034.activity-details) > - [Self-guided Day Trip to Rila Monastery](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-day-trip-to-rila-monastery-from-sofia.a1201928.activity-details) > - [Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flexible-day-trip-to-rila-monastery-and-boyana-church-from-sofia.a1202028.activity-details) ### What to do in Rila for adults? 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