2 Days in Sofia, Bulgaria 🇧🇬 | Family Travel Vlog & Top Things to Do

Описание: Welcome to Sofia, Bulgaria — a capital city full of layers, history, charm, and surprises! We spent two full days exploring Sofia with our kids and were blown away by how much there is to see, do, and learn in this fascinating city built on the ancient Roman settlement of Serdika.

From grand cathedrals and ancient ruins to green parks and cozy bakeries, Sofia is a place where Roman history meets Balkan flair and a modern, vibrant city vibe. We walked nearly everywhere — passing through iconic squares, discovering temples, mosques, and churches, and spotting ruins both above and below ground. It felt like there was something historical around every corner.

What made Sofia really special for us as a family were the wide open parks, toddler-friendly playgrounds, and all the great local cafes and food spots (which didn’t even make it into the vlog!). We had some of the best pastries and coffee of our trip here and discovered that this city has way more to offer than most people expect.

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 - Intro | Exploring Sofia, Bulgaria
01:21 - Brief History of Sofia, Bulgaria
02:23 - Out the Door - Exploring the City on Foot
03:02 - Reality of Navigating the City Streets | Underground Crossings
03:15 - Crossing Lovers' Bridge
03:36 - The National Palace of Culture - Walking Around the Square
04:07 - Central Park of the National Palace of Culture & Christmas Market Setup
04:29 - Main Pedestrian Avenue - Vitosha Boulevard
04:40 - Street Performer vs.Toddler | Isla Challenges Him to a Dance-Off
05:35 - Sofia City Courthouse & Saint Nedelya Orthodox Cathedral
06:11 - Medieval Orthodox Temple of St Petka Samardiyska
06:17 - Ancient Serdika Complex | Archaeological Site of Serdica
06:46 - Navigating the Augmented Reality App of the Ancient Serdika Complex
07:23 - Central Mosque of Sofia & The Regional History Museum
07:51 - 650-Year-Old Mulberry Tree in the City
08:11 - Underground Portion of the Ancient Serdika Complex Ruins
08:37 - Presidential Palace of the Republic of Bulgaria
08:41 - Saint George Ancient Orthodox Rotunda Church
08:52 - Start of Day 2 in Sofia, Bulgaria | First Thoughts on the City
10:08 - Borisova Gradina Park
11:05 - Playground "Elephant" at Borisova Gradina Park
12:05 - Slaveykov Square | Art Bazar
12:14 - Orthodox Temple of the Seven Saints
12:38 - Ruins of Turkish Barracks
13:05 - St. Alexander Nevsky Patriarchal Cathedral
13:31 - Monument to the Tsar Liberator
13:41 - The Prince's Garden | Ice Rink & Playground
14:39 - Wrap-up of the Day & Final Thoughts on Sofia, Bulgaria











🇧🇬 Family Travel Tips for Sofia, Bulgaria

1. The city is very walkable — bring a stroller or carrier if traveling with young kids.
2. To cross most streets, you'll have to pass underground or find an elevator.
3. Don’t miss the Serdika ruins, both above ground and underground in the metro station! - completely free to explore!
4. Lots of shaded parks and clean, modern playgrounds for kids to enjoy.
5. Amazing food scene — from bakeries and cafés to local and international restaurants, there's so much variety here!
6. Many major landmarks are close together, making sightseeing with kids much easier. We easily walked everywhere, with our 4-year-old walking most of the day.


📍Up next: We stop at the Sofia Zoo for some family fun before heading to our final stop in Bulgaria and then onto our next Balkan country — Serbia!

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