Sofia Hidden Gems Tour

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
9 hours
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Number of Guests
1 - 6 guests
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Language
English, French, Spanish, German, Russian
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Explore Sofia's secrets with this tour, delving into vibrant markets, hidden alleys, and green parks. Discover the city’s history and culture in every step. Book your adventure today!

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

Experience Details

This journey through Sofia is a feast for the senses. The air is filled with the rich aroma of spices and fresh bread as you wander through bustling markets. Hidden alleyways reveal colorful murals and forgotten courtyards, where the past and present intertwine. The sweet scent of freshly brewed coffee lingers in a tucked-away café, where time slows down. Lush greenery surrounds you in a quiet park, offering a moment of peace before diving back into the city’s energy. As you step inside a perfectly preserved communist-era apartment, you can almost hear the whispers of history. This tour captures the authentic spirit of Sofia, blending flavors, culture, and hidden treasures in every step.

What You Get

All Fees and Taxes
Tea and coffee
Coffee and/or Tea

Good To Know

  • If you have any concerns or preferences, please let me know in advance of the tour.
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What You’ll Experience

1

Zhenski Pazar Women's Market

We will explore Sofia’s oldest and liveliest market, filled with fresh produce, aromatic spices, and traditional Bulgarian snacks.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Included
2

Sofia Center

Hidden Courtyards and Street Art Walk. We will uncover Sofia’s vibrant street art scene, visiting colorful murals, graffiti-covered alleys, and charming hidden courtyards.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
3

Central Hall

A historic indoor market where we will taste local delicacies like banitsa, handmade cheeses, and freshly baked sweets.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included
4

Borisova Gradina Park

Walk through the Borisova Garden. Peaceful retreat in the heart of the city, where we can enjoy the fresh air, small lakes, and charming garden paths. And coffee and Pastry Stop at a Secret Café. We will visit a hidden café known only to locals, where we can enjoy Bulgarian-style coffee and a traditional sweet treat.
2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
5

The Red Flat

A Time Capsule from Communist Bulgaria. We will step into a perfectly preserved apartment from the 1980s, giving us a unique insight into life under socialism.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Included

Start Time

Start Time / Opening Hours
02/03/2025 - 14/08/2026
MONDAY
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SUNDAY
06:00 - 20:00

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Vitosha Boulevard, bulevard "Vitosha", Sofia City Province, Bulgaria, BG

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End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

For experiences with opening hours, the cancellation deadline is 24 hours before the earliest opening time on the scheduled date.

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Please note that the time is in Eastern European Time.
Free cancellation (24 hours notice)
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Earliest available date: July 28, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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