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.
Mount Vitosha
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Vitosha during your travels in Sofia. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its spas.
Sofia University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Sofia University during your travels in Sofia. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Day Tour from Sofia to Skopje, North Macedonia
Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour
From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Plovdiv Town Full-Day Trip
From Sofia: Plovdiv Guided Day Tour
Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia
Top hotels in Serdika
Sofia Balkan Palace
Reviewed on 30 Jul, 2025
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Reviewed on 31 Jul, 2025
InterContinental Sofia by IHG
Reviewed on 13 Jul, 2025
Grand Hotel Sofia
Reviewed on 6 Aug, 2025
ART HOTEL 158
Reviewed on 13 Aug, 2025
Central Hotel Sofia
Reviewed on 5 Aug, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Serdika
Oborishte
Oborishte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Serdika Center and National Museum of Military History.
Sofia City Center
Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Sofia City Center. Top attractions like Slaveykov Square and Ivan Vazov National Theatre are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Serdika Station or Lavov Most Station to see more of the city.
Sredets District
If you're spending some time in Sredets District, Sveti Sedmochislenitsi Church and Monument to the Liberating Tsar are top sights worth seeing.
Lozenets
Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Sofia Zoo or Borisova Gradina Park while you're exploring the area.
Ivan Vazov
If you're spending some time in Ivan Vazov, Vitosha Blvd and Vitoshka Boulevard are top sights worth seeing.
rayon Krasna polyana
Though rayon Krasna polyana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall of Sofia and Vitosha Blvd.