Iskar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 walkable 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.
Activities
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
Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia
Bulgaria and Macedonia: Day Tour from Sofia
Seeing Unique Bulgarian Breeds of Pets and Privately Tasting Organic Products
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Other neighbourhoods around Iskar
kv. Gorublyane
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in kv. Gorublyane and surrounding area, you can visit Inter Expo and Congress Center and Sofia Ring Mall.
Mladost
If you're spending time in Mladost, check out sights like Inter Expo and Congress Center or Winter Palace of Sports and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station.
Slatina
While there might not be top attractions in Slatina, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Festivalna Hall and Arena Armeec.
Studentski Grad
Studentski Grad is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Winter Palace of Sports and Hristo Botev Sport Hall.
Oborishte
Oborishte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Serdika Center and Oborishte park.
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.