Market Food Tour

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3 hours
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Number of Guests
2 - 15 guests
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Discover Sofia's hidden gems on our Market Food Tour. Explore unique markets like Ladies and flea markets, enjoy local tastings, and savor a full lunch. Walk with a friend in Sofia.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

This is the only guided tour in Sofia that shows you the Ladies market. You will also visit the flea market in front of the Alexander Nevski Cathedral and the central covered market called Hali. Enjoy tastings and a full lunch.


This is a walking tour, so please wear good and comfortable shoes. Your professional guide will be your friend in Sofia and show you a side of the city which is off the beaten path. In every food venue there will be a tasting included.

What You Get

Local guide
Lunch
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation to/from attractions

Good To Know

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • A maximum of 15 people per booking is required
  • Infants are required to sit on an adultโ€™s lap
  • A minimum of 8 people per booking is required

What Youโ€™ll Experience

St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral (Pass By)

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1

Antique and Artisan Fair

The only flea market in Sofia's city center. Items from WWII, communist Bulgaria, traditional decorations, vynil records and paintings.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Central Hall

A busy market in a building from the beginning of the previous century. Many bakeries, souvenirs and decorations shop, food stall.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Zhenski Pazar Women's Market

The biggest open-air market in Sofia's center. Lots of fruit and vegetables stalls, many specialized food shops, etc.
15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
4

Lions' Bridge

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5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Crystal Garden, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria, BG, 1000

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The meeting point is in the middle of Park Crystal, in front of the big head statue of Stefan Stambolov.
End Point

Hadjidraganov's Houses Restaurant, ulitsa "Kozloduy", Sofia City Province, Bulgaria, BG, 1202

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Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Marke/food tour
April 25, 2025
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Excellent tour a mixture of local food and history guide was knowledgeable and personable would highly recommend

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Bulgaria food tour
September 22, 2024
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Learning about Bulgarian history, culture, and food. It is too bad that trip advisor is incorrect information about the meeting point. Fortunately we were able to contact the guide. She is outstand...read more

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A deeper look into Sofia, Bulgarians & especially their food
September 01, 2024
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What a fascinating tour to get to know so much more about the Bulgarian people & their delicious food! Daniela was our amazing guide who shared her passion for Bulgarian food in a very natural & h...read more

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Great!
August 25, 2024
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Great way to get to know your way around the central part of Sofia and to check out places to eat that quite frankly you probably would not do so on your own if from out of town. Highly recommended...read more

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Strolling through the food history of Bulgaria
August 06, 2024
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Due to ideal circumstances (for us) we were the only ones taking the tour Sunday (04/08). This resulted in the undivided attention of the guide providing us with detailed information and making add...read more

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