One-Week Bulgaria Road Trip from Sofia traveling south to Bansko and Kyustendil

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

Sofia has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Park "Zaimov". This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 15,115 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 city. 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 "Staria Chinar". This restaurant is rated an average 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 Bar Friday. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,410 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Sofia is The Cocktail Bar. This bar is rated an average 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 North Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,772 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Sofia is the spectacular National Palace of Culture. This attraction is a convention center and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 14,244 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing South Park. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,616 visitors.

Park "Geo Milev" 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 10,260 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

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.

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.

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

Day 3 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 Sofia and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Bansko. You will stay in Bansko for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Sofia is the amazing St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,337 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible stone bridge, Eagles' Bridge. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,102 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Sofia is the outstanding Borisova Gradina Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,212 visitors.

The spectacular Knyazheska Garden 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 7,658 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Ivan Vazov National Theater. This attraction is a popular top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,666 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Sofia 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 Bansko, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try "Five M" Restaurant & Good Bar, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bansko. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 657 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Victoria Bansko as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bansko. Restaurant Victoria Bansko is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,271 customers.

After dinner, visit Amigo Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bansko. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,227 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Pirin 75. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 746 customers.

Alternatively, Cafe Eliz is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Bansko. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 663 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Bansko.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Baba Vanga House Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,520 visitors.

Baba Vanga House Museum in Rupite is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,766 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Park "Razlog". This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,768 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Stapalata Scenic Walk. This park and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 835 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Bulgaria to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Bansko.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Bansko, like Queen's Pub Bansko / Kuins p'b Bansko. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,646 customers.

The House is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Bansko. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,083 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Bansko, Wine Bar 25. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 135 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Lion's pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 499 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Bulgaria!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Kyustendil. You’ll stay in Kyustendil for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Blagoevgrad’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Blagoevgrad, start your day with a visit to the amazing Holy Trinity Church. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,330 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Banderishka meadow. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,781 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Baikushev's pine to make the most of your road trip across Bulgaria. The spectacular Baikushev's pine is a tree that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,245 visitors.

The lovely City Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,043 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.4 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 Park "Bachinovo". This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,871 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Blagoevgrad has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Kyustendil. Kyustendil 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 Pizza Royal Kyustendil. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 673 reviews.

The remarkable Hotel Ramira is another top restaurant in Kyustendil we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 593 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Dream's House is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 567 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Kyustendil, the fantastic Restaurant Friends. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,791 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Passione. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 680 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Vintage bar and dinner. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 201 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Bulgaria!

You still have 1 night left in Kyustendil.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Rila Monastery. This incredible attraction is a monastery and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 17,913 visitors.

Rila is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,847 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Kadin Bridge. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,443 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Hisarlaka Fortress. This architectural structure and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,904 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Bulgaria to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Kyustendil.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Kyustendil, like Restaurant "Pizza West". This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 267 customers.

Restorant Avtograff is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Kyustendil. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 188 customers.

Locals enjoy Pitsariya Napoli, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Kyustendil. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 431 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Kyustendil, Vogue. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 63 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like City Garden - Avtograff. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 63 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through 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 Pernik 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 Pernik is the amazing Alis Petting Zoo. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,054 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Tsentralen park. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,943 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Pernik is the outstanding Mining museum of Pernik. This popular mining museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,237 visitors.

The spectacular Living Water Spring is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 391 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Vitosha Nature Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 9,410 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Pernik 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 Taj Mahal Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Sofia. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,423 customers.

After dinner, visit The Wrong Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Sofia. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,293 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!