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Planning Ahead

How Much Should I Budget for a Trip to Bulgaria?

Are you planning a trip to Bulgaria and wondering how much you should budget? Bulgaria is known for being an affordable destination, offering travelers a wide range of experiences without breaking the bank.

2026 Bank Holidays in Bulgaria

Planning a trip to Bulgaria in 2026? Use this travel calendar guide with official public holidays, school breaks, and practical tips to avoid peak traffic on roads and at Sofia, Varna, and Burgas airports.

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Don't Miss Destinations

National Opera and Ballet, Sofia: Bulgaria’s Grand Stage of Culture

Explore the National Opera and Ballet in Sofia—an architectural gem and cultural icon with deep roots, powerful voices, and unforgettable performances.

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Do citizens of developing countries need a visa to visit or live in Bulgaria?

Yes - if you are from a developing country (i.e., a country whose citizens are not on the visa-free list), you must obtain a visa to enter Bulgaria even for short stays (MFA).

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Moments from Bulgarian History

Durankulak: Showcasing the Rich History of Bulgaria

Discover Durankulak: a Ramsar Black Sea lagoon with epic goose flocks and a 7,000‑year archaeological complex on the lake’s Big Island.

The Ezero Culture

The Ezero culture was an Early Bronze Age culture that thrived in present-day North-East Bulgaria between approximately 3300 and 2700 BC. It emerged from the...

Karanovo Culture

The Karanovo Culture was a prominent Neolithic and Chalcolithic civilization in southeastern Bulgaria from around 6200 to 2000 BC. It played a significant role in shaping the region’s early history and interacted with neighboring cultures.

Early Civilizations & Varna Culture

The period 4600–4200 BC marks a fascinating chapter in prehistory when early civilizations across the globe were emerging and evolving in parallel. In Europe, the Varna culture of present-day Bulgaria astonished archaeologists with the world’s oldest processed gold treasure and evidence of the first social elites.

The Gumelnita Culture

The Gumelnita Culture, also known as Gumelnita-Karanovo VI, thrived during the Late Chalcolithic period (c. 4600–3700 BC) in present-day Bulgaria and Romania. It is...
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