Overview
Discover the secrets of the three main Orthodox churches in Sofia with their inherent crypts and museums. Visit the tomb of the king-liberator and first ruler of the Third Bulgarian Kingdom, Alexander I Battenberg. Learn more about the history and development of the Christian religion, about the guiding principles and differences between Orthodoxy and Catholicism, and about the life of the first Bulgarian monarch after the liberation from the five-century Ottoman yoke.
The tour duration of 2 hours also includes the short walking between the sites.
What's Included
- Visit to: Al. Nevsky Cathedral, St. Sofia Basilica, St. Nicholas Church and Al. Batenberg mausoleum
- Visit and entrance tickets to: Al. Nevsky crypt with icon gallery, St. Sofia underground museum
- Guided tour
- Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Location
ploshtad "Sveti Aleksandar Nevski"
1000 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
The Basilica of Saint Sofia (6th century)
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Saint Nikolas Russian Church
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Гробница на княз Александър I Батенберг
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5556909P3
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