Gorna Banya
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Popular places to visit

Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Gaze in awe at this magnificent cathedral and step inside to see a fascinating collection of mosaics, murals and religious icons.

National Palace of Culture
This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers.

Sofia Central Mineral Baths
You can find out about the history of Sofia with a trip to Sofia Central Mineral Baths. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Bulgarian Parliament
Admire the architecture of Bulgaria’s national assembly building and attend a parliamentary session at this elegant government building in Sofia’s city center.

Boyana Church
See an incredible collection of perfectly preserved Eastern European Medieval art at this tranquil 10th-century Bulgarian Orthodox church.

Vitoshka Boulevard
Stroll along the spacious main shopping street of Sofia and enjoy the mix of heritage façades, renowned retailers, leafy trees and lively cafés.
Things to do

Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Guided Tour

Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia

Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia

From Sofia: Rila Monastery UNESCO Site & Outdoor Mineral Spa

Full Day Tour Rila Monastery St. Ivan's Grave and Stob Pyramids

Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia
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Other neighbourhoods around Gorna Banya

Ovcha Kupel
While Ovcha Kupel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Museum of History and Boyana Church.

rayon Krasna polyana
Though rayon Krasna polyana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vitosha Blvd and Sofia Court House.

Boyana
While visiting Boyana, you might make a stop by sights like Boyana Church and Vitosha Nature Park.

g.k. Strelbishte
Though g.k. Strelbishte may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture.

G.K. Serdika
While G.K. Serdika isn't home to many top sights, Mall of Sofia and Vitosha Blvd are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rajon Triaditsa
While visiting Rajon Triaditsa, you might make a stop by sights like Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture.