Sofia Prices & Travel Costs

Last Updated: Dec 2023

Sofia isn’t one of Europe’s most obvious destinations, but it is starting to get noticed by people who want to take a look at what post-Soviet life is like and see the interesting history of this city. Another reason to consider a visit is that it’s one of the cheapest cities in Europe, where even backpackers can afford a bit of luxury.

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Travel Costs to Sofia

Population 1,400,000
Area 1,400,000
Timezone UTC+2
Currency Bulgarian leva
Airports Sofia Airport (SOF)
BACKPACKER INDEX: US$39.16
1 USD = 1.8000 BGN
134 World cities ranked cheapest to most expensive: Backpacker Index for 2024

Accommodation Costs in Sofia

Sofia Hotel Seasons

Sofia Hotel Prices

Rating Price(USD)
starstarstarstarstar10.87 - 32.61
starstarstarstarstar16.30 - 47.83
starstarstarstarstar23.91 - 57.61
starstarstarstarstar38.04 - 88.04
starstarstarstarstar77.17 - 97.83

Sofia Hostels Prices

Type Price(USD)
Hostel Bed6.52 - 14.13

Sofia Attractions Prices

Location Description Type Price(USD)
St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral museumThis famous orthodox cathedral is free to enter, but there's a small charge to enter the crypt icon museum.
adults
3.33
National Museum of HistoryThose interested in the history of Sofia and Bulgaria won't find a better place than this.
adults
2.78
Walking tour of SofiaTake a 2-hour guided stroll around the city to see the main sights. You also have the option of a bicycle tours as well.
adults
0.00

Sofia Food and Drink Prices

Food Type Description Price(USD)
Budget breakfastIf your hotel doesn't include breakfast you've got plenty of affordable local options.1.67 - 3.89
Budget lunchCheap pizza-slice and hot dog places are easy to find, or get a local meal for only a bit more.3.33 - 6.11
Budget dinnerSit-down meals can range greatly in price, but even fancy or trendy places are quite cheap because there aren't many tourists.7.22 - 11.11
Beer (pint)Several local lagers are very cheap at most places, and only a bit more at restaurants and lounges.2.22 - 3.33

Sofia Transport Prices

Type Price(USD)
Taxi from airport to city center7.22 - 9.44
Public bus from airport to city center0.56
3km taxi ride in Sofia2.78 - 3.89
metro/tram/bus ride in Sofia0.56
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When to visit Sofia

Temperature and rainfall

Month High F Low F Precip (inches)
January36231.2
February41271.3
March50331.5
April60411.9
May68493.1
June74543.0
July79572.2
August78581.9
September73511.5
October62421.4
November49342.1
December39271.7

Sofia Weather advice

Sunrise and sunset

21 Mar6:29am6:40pm
21 Jun5:49am9:08pm
21 Sep7:13am7:26pm
21 Dec7:54am4:56pm

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