One-Week Bulgaria Road Trip from Sofia to Plovdiv, Burgas, and Stara Zagora

Your road trip adventure in Bulgaria begins as soon as you reach the incredible hamlet of Sofia. You’ll stay in Sofia for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the hamlet.

Sofia has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Park "Geo Milev". This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,260 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the hamlet. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia, Hadjidraganov's Houses Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,010 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia is Restaurant Vodenitzata. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,223 customers.

Locals recommend Restaurant "Staria Chinar" as one of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,717 customers.

Sofia also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Sofia is The School. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,988 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Sofia is Bar Friday. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,410 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Cocktail Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,814 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Bulgaria!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Sofia has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Sofia by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Sofia. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Sofia, like the extraordinary Sofia Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 14,742 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Sofia is the spectacular South Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,616 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing National Palace of Culture. This convention center has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,244 visitors.

Park "Zaimov" is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Sofia. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,115 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider North Park. North Park is a park and popular attraction in Sofia. More than 10,772 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Sofia does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Sofia on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Bulgaria, be sure to eat at Pod Lipite (Under the Linden Trees) Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,625 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Sofia is the popular Art Club Museum. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,570 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Sofia is Merak. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,328 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, One More Bar is one of the best bars in the city of Sofia for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,228 customers.

Halbite Beer Hall is another of the most popular bars in the city of Sofia. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,280 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Sofia is The Corner. The Corner has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,874 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Sofia!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Bulgaria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Sofia. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Plovdiv. You’ll stay in Plovdiv for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Sofia’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Sofia, start your day with a visit to the amazing St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,337 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Eagles' Bridge. This stone bridge and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 10,102 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Borisova Gradina Park to make the most of your road trip across Bulgaria. The spectacular Borisova Gradina Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,212 visitors.

The lovely Knyazheska Garden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,658 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Ivan Vazov National Theater. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 9,666 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Sofia has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Plovdiv. Plovdiv offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Aylyakriya / Aylyakria Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,229 reviews.

The remarkable Happy Bar & Grill Novotel is another top restaurant in Plovdiv we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,350 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Pavaj is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,861 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Plovdiv, the fantastic Torro Grande / Torro Grande. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,651 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Rahat Tepe. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,984 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Club Fargo. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,132 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Bulgaria!

On day 4 of your road trip across Bulgaria, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Plovdiv. You’ll stay in Plovdiv for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Hotel Jagerhof, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Plovdiv. This hotel has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,979 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Plovdiv is the 5-star Hotel Residence City Garden. The hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 615 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Plovdiv is the 3-star Ego. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,612 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Plovdiv, like the outstanding Youth Hill. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,980 visitors.

Singing Fountains is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Plovdiv. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,192 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Plovdiv is the extraordinary “Tsar Simeon Garden” Park. This park is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 15,208 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Ancient Theatre of Philippopolis. Around 17,478 visitors have given this top-tier point of interest an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Old Town of Plovdiv. Old Town of Plovdiv is a popular park, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,234 travelers.

Come to Plovdiv prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Plovdiv.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Plovdiv.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant SOUTH breeze, after your day of exploring the city of Plovdiv. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,322 customers.

Hemingway Restaurant is another of the best restaurants in the city of Plovdiv. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,363 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Plovdiv is r-nt , Mal'k Bunardzhik". The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,166 customers.

Locals recommend Kotka i Mishka, Cat and Mouse Beer Bar, one of the best bars in the city of Plovdiv, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,070 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Plovdiv, Rock Bar Download. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 845 customers.

No sens klub is also one of the best bars in the city of Plovdiv. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 984 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Bulgaria.

Day 5 of your road trip through Bulgaria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Burgas and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Burgas. You will stay in Burgas for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Burgas is the amazing The Sea Garden. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,514 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Boris's Garden (Borisova Gradina). With an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,181 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Burgas is the outstanding The Clock. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,731 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Burgas by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Bulgaria. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Burgas, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Happy Bar & Grill, one of the best restaurants in the city of Burgas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,335 customers.

Locals also recommend Romance Pub & Pizza as one of the best restaurants in the city of Burgas. Romance Pub & Pizza is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,070 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Burgas is Ten'ova k'shcha. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,985 customers.

After dinner, visit Papa Beer - Craft Beer Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Burgas. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 981 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Happy Bar & Grill. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,139 customers.

Alternatively, GOTi - Family & Kitchen is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Burgas. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,786 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Bulgaria!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Bulgaria, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Nessebar. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Stara Zagora. You’ll stay in Stara Zagora for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nessebar’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Nessebar, start your day with a visit to the amazing Nesebar Archaeological Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,692 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Church of Christ Pantokrator. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,481 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Church of Saint Sophia to make the most of your road trip across Bulgaria. The spectacular Church of Saint Sophia is a church that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,816 visitors.

The lovely Sunny Beach is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 6,801 visitors have left this town average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nessebar has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Stara Zagora. Stara Zagora offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Golden Serbian Grill Pri Vlado. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,263 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Uniqato is another top restaurant in Stara Zagora we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,988 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Shtastlivetsa is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,681 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Stara Zagora, the fantastic Pri Kmeta. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,871 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Drums. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,465 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Brothers' cafe. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 914 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Bulgaria!

Day 7 of your road trip through Bulgaria gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Stara Zagora and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Sofia. You will stay in Sofia for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Stara Zagora is the amazing Artileriyski Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,569 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible zoo, Stara Zagora Zoo. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,254 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Stara Zagora is the outstanding Park “Ayazmo“. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,145 visitors.

The spectacular “Bedechka” Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,174 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Samara Flag Monument. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,705 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Stara Zagora by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Bulgaria. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Sofia, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Garden restaurant Yoli, one of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,745 customers.

Locals also recommend Hasienda Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia. Hasienda Restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,469 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia is Taj Mahal Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,423 customers.

After dinner, visit Bar & Dinner Relax, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Sofia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,554 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Wrong Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,293 customers.

Alternatively, Face bar & dinner is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Sofia. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,437 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Bulgaria!

Day 8 of your road trip in Bulgaria is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Sofia before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Holy Trinity Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Sofia. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,720 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Sofia and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Bulgaria.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Sofia at Mamma Mia Ltd before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,252 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Sofia. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Bulgaria!