Ovcha Kupel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ovcha Kupel
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.
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.
Vitosha Blvd
During your visit to Sofia, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Vitosha Blvd. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses
The Crawl Co. Sofia Hidden Bars Pub Crawl Experience
Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour
Sofia: History and Heritage - Small Group City Tour
Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Ovcha Kupel Hotel Deals
Grand Hotel Sofia
"There is a good opportunity to install a ramp for inclusion at the entrance to the hotel. For some reason, this option has not yet been properly implemented."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
Sofia Balkan Palace
"Just a fabulous place. Rooms can get a bit warm but shut the curtains and leave the aircon on and it was fine."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Sofia City Center
"otelin eski olması ve en büyük fiyaskosu 3 gün boyunca klimasının çalışmıyor olması kötüydü !!! oda temizliği; kirli, tozlu, daha önceden yere dökülmüş yapışkan, sıvı izleri fotoğrafta görüldüğü gibi değildi. kahvaltı çeşitleri zayıftı. casino makinaları 1990 lı yıllardan kalma türkiye istanbul princsess ..."
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Maison Sofia - MGallery
Metropolitan Hotel Sofia, a member of Radisson Individuals
"It was everything good"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Ovcha Kupel
Sofia City Center
Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Sofia City Center. Top attractions like Sofia City Art Gallery 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.
Lozenets
Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Borisova Gradina Park or Sofia Zoo while you're exploring the area.
Mladost
If you're spending time in Mladost, check out sights like Borisova Gradina Park or Inter Expo and Congress Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station.
Iskar
While Iskar may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Inter Expo and Congress Center and Arena Armeec.
Sredets District
If you're spending some time in Sredets District, Borisova Gradina Park and Monument to the Liberating Tsar are top sights worth seeing.
