Hidden Sofia: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Nedelya Square, above the ancient Roman forum of Serdica, from where you’ll weave through vibrant boulevards and tucked-away courtyards.

the Catholic Cathedral of Sofia St Joseph Parish, the Central Synagogue, and the Central Mosque

Along the way, you’ll learn about Bulgaria’s history from its Roman Empire roots through Ottoman rule and the Communist period, to modern times.

Stroll through Roman Serdica, where Emperor Constantine declared ”Serdica is my Rome” – before choosing Constantinople instead

Georgi Rotunda Church, Sofia’s oldest building that’s served various purposes throughout the years

the Catholic Cathedral of Sofia St Joseph Parish, the Central Synagogue, and the Central Mosque

Explore the Square of Tolerance, home to the Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Nedelia, the Catholic Cathedral of Sofia St Joseph Parish, the Central Synagogue, and the Central Mosque

Boris III died mysteriously after meeting Hitler in 1943

You’ll walk through peaceful parks where locals meet for chess and morning coffee, and descend into underground archaeological complexes to walk Roman streets.

On this tour, you'll pass by the Ivan Vazov National Theatre. Along the way, you’ll learn about Bulgaria’s history from its Roman Empire roots through Ottoman rule and the Communist period, to modern times.

On this tour, you'll pass by the Tsar Samuil Monument. Along the way, you’ll learn about Bulgaria’s history from its Roman Empire roots through Ottoman rule and the Communist period, to modern times.

Along the way, you’ll learn about Bulgaria’s history from its Roman Empire roots through Ottoman rule and the Communist period, to modern times.

The tour finishes at the Patriarchal Cathedral St Alexander Nevsky, whose golden domes are a reminder of Bulgaria’s Orthodox identity, but also honor Russian liberators.