Blagoevgrad Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Beautiful view of a cross on a hill and the city in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria on an autumn sunny day
Beautiful view of a cross on a hill and the city in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria on an autumn sunny day
Beautiful view of houses in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria on an autumn sunny day
Beautiful view of houses in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria on an autumn sunny day
A university town in the south west of Bulgaria, about 2 hours form Sofia. It was like going back to the 50's & 60's looking at some of the architecture.

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Where to stay in Blagoevgrad

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Varosha

When in Varosha, you can plan a visit to Bachinovo Park and History Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Varosha
Premier Luxury Mountain Resort

Premier Luxury Mountain Resort

5 out of 5
11 Karamanitza str. Bansko
The price is AU$167 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$167
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bansko. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Bansko Ski Resort and SkiBansko by Traventuria are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
Amazing facilities, friendly staff, great value.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Premier Luxury Mountain Resort
Rila Hotel Borovets

Rila Hotel Borovets

4 out of 5
Borovets Resort Samokov Samokov
The price is AU$278 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$278
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Samokov. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and Sitnyakovo ...
9/10 Wonderful! (175 reviews)
A thoroughly enjoyable experience- a very well organised hotel! Great food, staff and accommodation and the slopes out the door were perfect x

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Rila Hotel Borovets
Four Points by Sheraton Bansko

Four Points by Sheraton Bansko

4 out of 5
7 Glazne Str. Bansko
The price is AU$257 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$257
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this ski hotel in Bansko. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Bansko Ski Resort and Vihren are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (46 reviews)
Highly recommend

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Four Points by Sheraton Bansko
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
A fully furnished compact Studio in the top center of Blagoevgrad, Mall

A fully furnished compact Studio in the top center of Blagoevgrad, Mall

Blagoevgrad Blagoevgrad
Stay at this apartment in Blagoevgrad. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions History Museum and Bachinovo Park ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
A clean and cozy apartment at a perfect location in the centre of Blagoevgrad. Inside there is everything you need for a comfortable stay. The host was very polite and friendly.

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

A fully furnished compact Studio in the top center of Blagoevgrad, Mall
2-bed - Sleeps 4 - With Parking

2-bed - Sleeps 4 - With Parking

3.5 out of 5
Blagoevgrad Blagoevgrad Province
Stay at this apartment in Blagoevgrad. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and balconies. Popular attractions History Museum and Bachinovo Park are located ...
2-bed - Sleeps 4 - With Parking
Predela 2 Holiday Apartments

Predela 2 Holiday Apartments

3 out of 5
Gramadeto Str. 19 Bansko
Stay at this ski aparthotel in Bansko. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Bansko Ski Resort and SkiBansko by Traventuria ...
8/10 Very Good! (47 reviews)
A very nice hotel great spa Staff very helpfull

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Predela 2 Holiday Apartments
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Popular places to visit

#LifeAtExpedia its nice to have a green park like this adjacent to the town

Bachinovo Park

Explore the great outdoors at Bachinovo Park, a lovely green space in Blagoevgrad. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Bachinovo Park

Kartala Ski Resort

Hit the slopes at Kartala Ski Resort during your trip to Blagoevgrad. Discover the area's museums and temples.

Kartala Ski Resort

American University in Bulgaria

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit American University in Bulgaria during your trip to Blagoevgrad. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.

American University in Bulgaria

Church Vavedenie Bogorodichno

After visiting Church Vavedenie Bogorodichno, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Blagoevgrad. Make time to visit the monuments and temples while you're in the area.

Church Vavedenie Bogorodichno

Church of Vavedenie Presvetiya Bogoroditsi

Church of Vavedenie Presvetiya Bogoroditsi is just one of the places to see in Blagoevgrad, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Church of Vavedenie Presvetiya Bogoroditsi

History Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at History Museum in Blagoevgrad. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

History Museum

Activities

Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour

Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour

AU$34
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Rila Monastery & Boyana Church Tour
Rila Monastery: Complex Smartphone Audio Guide

Rila Monastery: Complex Smartphone Audio Guide

AU$9
per adult
Rila Monastery: Complex Smartphone Audio Guide
From Sofia: Rila monastery & Boyana church and free pick up

From Sofia: Rila monastery & Boyana church and free pick up

AU$77
per adult
From Sofia: Rila monastery & Boyana church and free pick up
Rila Monastery Morning Half Day tour

Rila Monastery Morning Half Day tour

AU$83
per adult
Rila Monastery Morning Half Day tour
7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour

7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour

AU$100
per adult
7 Rila Lakes and Rila Monastery Tour
Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day tour

Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day tour

AU$83
per adult
Rila Monastery Afternoon Half Day tour
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