Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Samokov November 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Samokov Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Samokov.dx6125536)[Hotels in Samokov](https://expedia.co.uk/Samokov-Hotels.d6125536.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Samokov](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Samokov.d6125536.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Samokov Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Samokov.d6125536.Car-Hire-Guide)[Samokov Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Samokov.d6125536.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Samokov ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Samokov Types of activities [Samokov travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Samokov.dx6125536) ![Photo by Kelvin Harrison](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0fd0ee8d480577ab2507bbb9914ff17f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Kelvin Harrison](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0fd0ee8d480577ab2507bbb9914ff17f.jpg) ![Photo by Tanya Vitkova](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2022f4d897a04f99aeb4341235d8d8f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Tanya Vitkova](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/2022f4d897a04f99aeb4341235d8d8f0.jpg) ![Photo by Adri Takacs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a597e9ee86db42e659fe2616c52ae0da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Adri Takacs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a597e9ee86db42e659fe2616c52ae0da.jpg) ![Photo by Adri Takacs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/db1213c8e4927441859be3520e85e7e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Adri Takacs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/db1213c8e4927441859be3520e85e7e6.jpg) ![Photo by Adri Takacs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c785d01cc8cf66dcd72517c6942392b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Adri Takacs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c785d01cc8cf66dcd72517c6942392b8.jpg) ## Samokov Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Samokov has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Samokov, 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 Samokov 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 Samokov Samokov is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Samokov, and make it a breeze to explore Samokov 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 Samokov 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 Samokov, 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 Samokov. #### Samokov attractions Samokov 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 Samokov 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 Samokov. Looking for things to do in Samokov 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 Samokov or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Samokov attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! * * * - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Samokov ### Tours & day trips [See all 41 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/516944/4a452dc2-7200-4857-b040-b4839d91399f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour 8h 9.2/10 15 reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rila-monastery-boyana-church-tour.a516944.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Rila Monastery Morning Half Day tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48963114/e3760d55-bd40-428c-8d2e-b472f9459de2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rila Monastery Morning Half Day tour 5h 6/10 1 review Free cancellation available £43 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rila-monastery-morning-half-day-tour.a48963114.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48957944/5149b526-89fd-4021-91bb-5cd1f40ba649.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour 11h Free cancellation available £65 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/7-rila-lakes-and-rila-monastery-tour.a48957944.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48965285/4e210ab5-5693-4210-9bab-83f5c041acd9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day tour 5h Free cancellation available £43 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rila-monastery-afternoon-half-day-tour.a48965285.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1202028/40fb152b-61ea-4aa7-8524-ee8ab9b636f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church 10h Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flexible-day-trip-to-rila-monastery-and-boyana-church-from-sofia.a1202028.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![The Seven Rila Lakes & Rila Monastery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/542581/2c756644-71a2-4f79-8273-5481777579f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Seven Rila Lakes & Rila Monastery 12h 9.6/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-seven-rila-lakes-rila-monastery.a542581.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Help the hosts: Breadmaking, Yoghurt making and Cattle Keeping](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3488283/4c6d653f-7047-4705-92ce-7fe4e6eef6e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Help the hosts: Breadmaking, Yoghurt making and Cattle Keeping 3h Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/help-the-hosts-breadmaking-yoghurt-making-and-cattle-keeping.a3488283.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![The Seven Rila lakes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/518426/d66ce1d3-bb68-4378-8c57-b724722e0fa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Seven Rila lakes 8h 30m+ 7.6/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available £22 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-seven-rila-lakes.a518426.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Rila Monastery and Hot Mineral Bath Spa Complex Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49824373/376c8ab2-0ffb-455f-a69a-56789c7971ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rila Monastery and Hot Mineral Bath Spa Complex Tour 11h Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rila-monastery-and-hot-mineral-bath-spa-complex-tour.a49824373.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Seven Rila lakes - guided day hiking with Waterfall and SPA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1030491/facd8234-b59a-4c37-ae96-cbf1541a2056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seven Rila lakes - guided day hiking with Waterfall and SPA 8h Free cancellation available £196 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/seven-rila-lakes-snowshoeing-experience-goritsa-waterfall-and-mineral-springs.a1030491.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 19 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1202028/40fb152b-61ea-4aa7-8524-ee8ab9b636f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Flexible Group Day Trip to Rila Monastery & Boyana Church 10h Free cancellation available £30 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/flexible-day-trip-to-rila-monastery-and-boyana-church-from-sofia.a1202028.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Help the hosts: Breadmaking, Yoghurt making and Cattle Keeping](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3488283/4c6d653f-7047-4705-92ce-7fe4e6eef6e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Help the hosts: Breadmaking, Yoghurt making and Cattle Keeping 3h Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/help-the-hosts-breadmaking-yoghurt-making-and-cattle-keeping.a3488283.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Private & Tremendous Jeep Safari in the 7 Rila Lakes area](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2064766/217205c1-bb93-443a-a6b4-f65d72feb743.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private & Tremendous Jeep Safari in the 7 Rila Lakes area 2h Free cancellation available £113 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tremendous-jeep-safari-in-the-7-rila-lakes-area.a2064766.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1202064/154ad6c5-8ed2-4009-ab9b-35509771206c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Vitosha Mountains Hiking with Black peak & Dragalevtsi Monastery 6h Free cancellation available £25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-vitosha-mountains-hiking-with-black-peak-dragalevtsi-monastery.a1202064.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201961/df9ad23f-c3e8-4701-8b3d-e1cc4289bac0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private tour: Rila Mountains and The Seven Rila Lakes from Sofia 9h Free cancellation available £245 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-rila-mountains-and-the-seven-rila-lakes-from-sofia.a1201961.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Private tour to Rila monastery, Visiting winery and Boyana church](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5034543/8f12c759-a00e-4eac-abd8-043587dbc8c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private tour to Rila monastery, Visiting winery and Boyana church 8h Free cancellation available £175 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/day-tour-to-rila-monastery-stob-pyramids-and-boyana-church.a5034543.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Private Mountain Biking in Vitosha from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1201971/78a61c16-72fe-43ac-8b5c-8095b8b7824b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Mountain Biking in Vitosha from Sofia 4h Free cancellation available £61 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-mountain-biking-in-vitosha-from-sofia.a1201971.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Rila Monastery & Blagoevgrad tour from Skopje](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1192814/2c8812a9-5817-4aa5-989a-4e33e8e1ff19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rila Monastery & Blagoevgrad tour from Skopje 12h Free cancellation available £395 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rila-monastery-blagoevgrad-tour-from-skopje.a1192814.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Private Tour from Sofia to the Rila monatsery](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2650783/7e8f8c8c-f5e7-47fd-82e0-11f0543212f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour from Sofia to the Rila monatsery 8h Free cancellation available £211 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-from-sofia-to-the-rila-monatsery.a2650783.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Private Guided Tour to Rila Monastery from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49901999/7f42c1cb-1d74-48e7-ba2e-8490b2a0418b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Guided Tour to Rila Monastery from Sofia 8h Free cancellation available £262 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-guided-tour-to-rila-monastery-from-sofia.a49901999.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ### Winter activities [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&filter.categories=Winteractivities) ![Seven Rila Lakes Snowshoe Hike and Thermal Baths Full-Day Tour from Sofia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3522060/a90bf0c8-441a-4872-8cba-d84b6d9d315f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seven Rila Lakes Snowshoe Hike and Thermal Baths Full-Day Tour from Sofia 1d Free cancellation available £190 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/seven-rila-lakes-snowshoe-hike-and-thermal-baths-full-day-tour-from-sofia.a3522060.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![Borovets Ultimate Snowmobile Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1007276/3b1389ce-ad22-4358-a892-a6d6c1918af9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Borovets Ultimate Snowmobile Experience 1h Free cancellation available £3 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/borovets-ultimate-snowmobile-experience.a1007276.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ![The Ultimate Snowmobile Adventure - 7 Rila Lakes & Panichishte](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45052702/df745d66-76c2-431a-af0e-103489f44110.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### The Ultimate Snowmobile Adventure - 7 Rila Lakes & Panichishte 1h Free cancellation available £3 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-ultimate-snowmobile-adventure-7-rila-lakes-panichishte.a45052702.activity-details?&rid=6125536&location=Samokov&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Samokov | Number of things to do | 50 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Private 1-Hour Quad or Buggy Safari in Borovets](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-1-hour-quad-bike-safari-in-borovets.a4947502.activity-details): £3 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Rila Monastery: Complex and Museums Smartphone Audio Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rila-monastery-complex-and-museums-smartphone-audio-guide.a48275521.activity-details) - [Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rila-monastery-boyana-church-tour.a516944.activity-details) - [Private 1-Hour Quad or Buggy Safari in Borovets](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-1-hour-quad-bike-safari-in-borovets.a4947502.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) - [The Ultimate Snowmobile Adventure - 7 Rila Lakes & Panichishte](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-ultimate-snowmobile-adventure-7-rila-lakes-panichishte.a45052702.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Private 1-Hour Quad or Buggy Safari in Borovets](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-1-hour-quad-bike-safari-in-borovets.a4947502.activity-details) - [The Ultimate Snowmobile Adventure - 7 Rila Lakes & Panichishte](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-ultimate-snowmobile-adventure-7-rila-lakes-panichishte.a45052702.activity-details) - [Borovets: Deposit for Snowmobile Safari with Instructor](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/borovets-deposit-for-snowmobile-safari-with-instructor.a48262322.activity-details) - [Borovets Ultimate Snowmobile Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/borovets-ultimate-snowmobile-experience.a1007276.activity-details) - [Unique Traditional Bulgarian Meal at the Seven Rila Lakes Hut](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/unique-traditional-bulgarian-meal-at-the-seven-rila-lakes-hut.a45375870.activity-details) | | 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) - [Borovets: Deposit for Snowmobile Safari with Instructor](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/borovets-deposit-for-snowmobile-safari-with-instructor.a48262322.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) - [Borovets Ultimate Snowmobile Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/borovets-ultimate-snowmobile-experience.a1007276.activity-details) | ## What to do in Samokov * * * ### Popular places to visit #### Borovets Ski Resort Hit the slopes in Samokov with a visit to Borovets Ski Resort. Amble within the forests or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Borovets-Ski-Resort-Samokov.d6097914.Attraction) #### Gondola Lift You can take time to visit Gondola Lift during your travels to Samokov. Amble within the forests or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gondola-Lift-Samokov.d553248621563225195.Attraction) #### Musala Peak Explore the great outdoors at Musala Peak, a lovely green space in Samokov. Amble within the forests or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Musala-Peak-Samokov.d6189433.Attraction) #### Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School Hit the slopes in Samokov with a visit to Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School. Amble within the forests or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yanakiev-Ski-And-Snowboard-School-Samokov.d553248621562725174.Attraction) #### Malyovitsa Ski Resort Hit the slopes in Samokov with a visit to Malyovitsa Ski Resort. Amble around the area's forests or visit its spas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Malyovitsa-Ski-Resort-Samokov.d6097924.Attraction) #### Tsarska Bistritsa Find out about the history of Borovets with a stop at Tsarska Bistritsa. Amble around this relaxing area's forests or seek out the ski slopes. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tsarska-Bistritsa-Samokov.d553248621565341583.Attraction) #### Sitnyakovo Express You can take time to visit Sitnyakovo Express during your travels to Borovets. Amble within the forests or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sitnyakovo-Express-Samokov.d553248621563225196.Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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 Samokov ![Sofia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/507000/507294-sofia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sofia [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sofia.dx3235) ![Photo by Nora Mlazgova](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/9d5d130630959b13e2cbc7cc16f20061.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Borovets [](https://expedia.co.uk/Borovets.dx602265) ![Photo by Hristo Hristov](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ce75ec7fefb66c88375fe4b5c63bde5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dupnitsa [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dupnitsa.dx6128671) ![Photo by Мария Карагеоргиева](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/325c12790f8638ce111496e7b58a976b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ihtiman [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ihtiman.dx6140919) ![Photo by Tanya Vitkova](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/99c44641f6da4e73c18b074dfa586901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kostenets [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kostenets.dx6197513) ![Photo by MIJODO](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/004cbfb28a7294fa169ec1a4cd7e50e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pernik [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pernik.dx6298330) ![Photo by Kelvin Harrison](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/0fd0ee8d480577ab2507bbb9914ff17f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yarlovo [](https://expedia.co.uk/Yarlovo.dx3000043484) ![Photo by Kristina Todorova](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/05a61def616e95c5a9c7751a64053aa6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sapareva Banya [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sapareva-Banya.dx3000043566) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Samokov worth visiting? > Samokov offers a unique mix of attractions, culture and local charm. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or regional cuisine, there are many things to enjoy here. ### How do I spend a day in Samokov? > Kick your day off with a visit to Tsarska Bistritsa and History Museum. Then, tour other parts of Samokov for local dining and some shopping. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Samokov? > Don't go home without visiting Tsarska Bistritsa, ranked the top tourist attraction in Samokov. ### Is three days enough to stay in Samokov? > Three days is plenty for a quick escape to Samokov — you'll tick off the main spots and get a good feel for the place. But if you really want to soak it all in, stick around for at least a week or more to check out some nearby highlights too. ### What are some activities to do in Samokov with kids? > If you're looking for tours and attractions for all ages, here are some awesome ideas for what to do in Samokov 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) > - [Borovets: Deposit for Snowmobile Safari with Instructor](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/borovets-deposit-for-snowmobile-safari-with-instructor.a48262322.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) > - [Borovets Ultimate Snowmobile Experience](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/borovets-ultimate-snowmobile-experience.a1007276.activity-details) ### What to do in Samokov for adults? > There are loads of things to do in Samokov, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Bairakli Mosque. ### Are there free things to do in Samokov? > In Samokov, Bairakli Mosque is a top spot for anyone wishing to enjoy the city without opening their wallet. Also, check out the local parks and neighbourhoods, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. 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