Bulgaria inside out
The Seven Rila Lakes are one of Bulgaria’s most popular mountain hikes, but don’t let the crowds fool you – this is not an easy walk in the park. Here’s everything you need to know before hiking the Seven Rila Lakes, from getting there and taking the lift to following the full route and staying safe in the mountains.
Discover the best festivals, cultural events, folklore celebrations, food fairs, concerts, and local traditions happening across Bulgaria in August 2026.
Discover the best festivals, cultural events, folklore celebrations, food fairs, concerts, and local traditions happening across Bulgaria in June 2026.
A practical guide to Sozopol Old Town for first-time visitors, covering the main sights, churches, archaeological sites, beaches, museums, and local history in a way that is easy to actually understand while walking through the town.
A grounded guide to the best beaches in and around Sozopol, from the busy town beaches to quieter coves, camping beaches, and wilder stretches along the southern Black Sea coast.
Explore the best day trips from Nessebar, from quiet beaches and coastal towns to nature parks and cultural sites, with practical tips on what’s actually worth your time.
May is one of the busiest months to travel in Bulgaria, but not always for the reasons you’d expect. It sits right between stable spring and unpredictable early summer, which is exactly why so many traditions, festivals, and local gatherings happen now. This guide breaks down what’s worth your time, and what each event actually offers once you get there.
Rila Monastery is more than a quick stop from Sofia. This guide explains what’s inside the complex, how to visit, where to stay, and what to see nearby – so you can plan it with context, not guesswork.
Planning a trip to Bulgaria in April means stepping into a month shaped by both traditional holidays and local events, from folklore rituals like Lazarovden and Easter to festivals, markets, and cultural gatherings across the country.