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.

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.

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.

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.

Ivan Vazov National Theatre
Sofia’s largest theater combines a fascinating array of art and architecture with a busy schedule of performances by some of Bulgaria’s finest actors.
Activities

Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses

From Sofia: Must-See Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Day Tour

Sofia: History and Heritage - Small Group City Tour

Sofia Hidden Gems: Small-Group Walking Tour with Tram Ride

Sofia evening walking tour with visit to the Old Observatory

From Sofia: Rila Monastery and Optional Museum, Cave or Spa
Our pick of the best Ovcha Kupel Hotel Deals

Grand Hotel Sofia
Great place to stay in Sofia.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

ART HOTEL 158
Ottima hotel per visitare il cuore di Sofia, a due passi dalla statua di Santa Sofia, dalla sinagoga , dalla chiesa dei Santi Cirillo e Metodio, dalla moschea e da via vitoschia (10 minuti a piedi). Nei dintorni Mercato Centrale di Sofia 2 minuti a piedi Museo Di Storia Regionale - 3 minuti a ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Sofia Balkan Palace
Staff offered a “free upgrade” to a junior suit, we had to wait an extra hour and a half for our room to be ready. When we got given our room the room did not look like pictures at all. Yes it was bigger but the “upgraded” room was outdated, dirty, and to be honest creepy. It was like the rest of ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Best Western Terminus Hotel
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Maison Sofia - MGallery
Room was clean and well stocked, breakfast was great, complimentary refreshments at reception during throughout the day, spa & swimming facilities was great - including bathrobe & slippers (liked the addition of having to wear a swimming cap, I didn't use the gym but it looked decent, not too far ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ovcha Kupel

Fakulteta
While there might not be top attractions in Fakulteta, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Vitosha Blvd and National Museum of History.

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.

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.

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

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