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Highlights & Hidden Gems of Sofia

  • 3 hours
  • City Highlight Tours
  • Sofia
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Choose one of 2 locals available

Experience hosted by Anna-Mariya & Ralitza

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Want to see the best of Sofia? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Sofia!

Destination
Sofia, Bulgaria
Category
City Highlight Tours
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Walking tour
Available languages
English, Español
Included
  • Private Guide
  • 1 Local Snack or Drink
  • All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
Excluded
  • Entrance to attractions

6 reasons to book this tour

  • Explore the best of the city in only 3 hours
  • Spot classics like Catacombs of Saint Sofia Basilica & Lovers Bridge
  • Discover hidden gems away from the tourist paths
  • Experience the city from a local’s perspective
  • Can be 100% personalized to your wishes
  • Privately guided by a local expert

What you can expect

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Sofia, is a magical place! And with the local host of your choice, you are going to experience it all. So get ready; culture, history, and local lifestyle await!

Dive into the origin of Sofia as you see the city’s main landmarks like Catacombs of Saint Sofia Basilica, Lovers Bridge, and City Garden. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise! Every host has its own story to tell, so pick your favorite, and you’ll discover the city through their eyes. Experience their Sofia to the max based on their passions and expertise. They’ll make sure you have fun enjoying a unique and local perspective of Sofia.

Want to take a break? Leave it up to your host! This is the perfect opportunity to visit that special eatery where only the locals come and your chance to enjoy a local treat hand-picked by your host. Feel free to ask your host more about their life in their city or get recommendations about the top things to do in Sofia. Remember, the locals know best.

The best part of any city tour is definitely the unique stories. Everybody has a story to tell, especially your host. Each one of the local hosts has a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share their knowledge with you and exchange ideas and perspectives! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Sofia, your Sofia!

Choose your local

Get to know these 2 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

  1. Meeting point

    Meet at In front of Bar Jack Sofia - Sofia to start your journey

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. City Highlights

    See from Catacombs of Saint Sofia Basilica, Lovers Bridge, City Garden, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes Sofia so unique
  4. Hidden Gems

    Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experience
  5. Magical Storytelling

    Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know!
  6. Special Treat

    Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions
  7. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

  • Feel confident booking

    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

  • Change of plans?

    Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

  • Loved by travelers worldwide

    Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

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Thomas Des🇮🇪 Ireland
(About local )
22 September 2024
We had a wonderful tour with Anna-Mariya. Strolling around Sofia with such an informative local was an unforgettable experience. Super Sofia
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S.
(About local )
2 June 2024
I booked a customized tour and the tour was beyond what I have could imagined. Anna took her time to give me a realistic view on modern Sofia but also has a lot of knowledge about history. She showed me all the (for me) interesting places/quarters and shared her experiences but also facts and figures. As we needed to pause our tour due to a crowd celebrating soccer, Anna was so kind to enlarge the tour in order to finish what we wanted to see (without even asking). She did not only share a lot of interesting insights but also understood to meet all my needs and it was very pleasant to spend several hours with her. She was very authentic and sympathetic and offered a lot of support. So, Anna, I want to thank you so much for everything. I could not have imagined a better and more sympathetic tour guide. All the best for you and your family!Exceeded my expectations!
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Daryl🇦🇺 Australia
(About local )
17 May 2024
Ralitza was great (albeit she had broken 4 toes the day before!) and we covered a lot of the town on our tour spotting many of the highlights of the city. She also provided a great input to places to eat and drink which was greatly appreciated.Great intro into Sofia city and surrounds
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David
(About local )
9 April 2024
Great comprehensive introduction to all the history and hidden haunts of Sofia Perfect whistle stop tour
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Mario
(About local )
6 September 2024
The walking tour with Vania was fun and informative at the same time. It was great to explore the highlights in downtown Sofia with her. Recommended 10/10Informative and fun
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Anna-Maria
(About local )
7 August 2024
This was our first time in the city. Vania showed us the most interesting parts of the center and shared with us a lot of curious facts and recommendations for local food and places to visit. Nice introduction of Sofia
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Chris
(About local )
15 July 2024
I really liked the beautiful city of Sofia. While the tour Vania gave great historical and cultural context of the place. A nice start of my Bulgaria trip!Beautiful Sofia
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Silvia
(About local )
10 July 2024
Definitely a nice way to explorer Sofia and understand the city. Thank you.Friendly and Informative
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Jane🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
14 June 2024
Anna-Mariya was a great guide, with an engaging and flexible touring style. She easily managed adding in a few stops for treats to keep the kids going during the tour. We enjoyed our time together and the wonderful recommendations for local activities and restaurants that we would enjoy. Definitely recommend her! Friendly and knowledgeable!
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Michiel🇧🇪 Belgium
(About local )
10 June 2024
Anna-Mariya is very knowledgeable and guides with enthusiasm. Good English, so very easy to understand for us non-native speakers. We enjoyed it.Recommended start of your stay in Sofia
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Jack🇳🇱 Netherlands
(About local )
18 May 2024
raly is a great guide with a lot of knowledge of Sofia and the surrounding area. a tour to the waterfalls was quickly and well organised. she is very helpful and gives good tips and advice.Great guide
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Jennifer🇬🇧 United Kingdom
(About local )
26 May 2023
Thank you Anna- Mariya. We had a lovely afternoon trying Bulgarian food and learnt so much about Bulgarian history and culture. I would 100% recommend this tour. Excellent introduction to Sofia
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Stephen🇺🇸 United States
(About local )
21 April 2023
Anna-Marita was a charming guide that was very knowledgeable of her home town. This was a great way to be introduced to Sofia and understand the layout and sight around town. She was willing to answer all or questions and was knowledgeable on current events. Cheerful walk thriufh Sofia
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Milena
(About local )
31 August 2022
Just a wonderful tour guide! I can't wait for my next adventure with Annie! In other words, WONDERFUL ATTITUDE, RESPONSIBLE AND WITH STYLE! Wonderful!
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Stelyana
(About local )
2 August 2022
The most invigorating tour guide! In addition to being responsible and extremely knowledgeable about everything she does (and with remarkable facts), she is also always smiling, kind, approachable and can be relied on for anything. You are amazing!You are amazing!
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Antoaneta
(About local )
12 July 2022
Perfect, organized, disciplined, excellently informed and very funny! I will definitely travel with her again!!! Will use again
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Panagiotis
(About local )
5 July 2022
Vania is a great guide and person. I am doing a bit of guiding and touring myself and I know the ropes. I was so impressed that I invited her over to my place to show her around. Thumbs up!Thumbs up!
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Michael
(About local )
27 May 2022
We booked a walking tour with our tour guide in the historical center of Sofia. She had all the information we needed. What an amazing place Bulgaria is! Definitely going back.Recommend!
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Steve & Mary
(About local )
11 March 2022
Fantastic opportunity to get a taste of Bulgarian history and culture. Vania’s energy was highly contagious. Knowledgeable in her craft she came up with an unforgettable itinerary for us.Fantastic opportunity

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