Gorna Banya Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gorna Banya
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.
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.
Mount Vitosha
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Vitosha during your travels in Sofia. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its spas.
Sofia University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Sofia University during your travels in Sofia. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses
From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Plovdiv and Asen's Fortress
Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars
Sofia: City Monuments Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
Sofia: Rila Monastery and Boyana Church Full-Day Tour
From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Rila Monastery with Options
Our pick of the best Gorna Banya Hotel Deals
Sofia Balkan Palace
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Central Hotel Sofia
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Forum Hotel
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Maison Sofia - MGallery
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gorna Banya
Ovcha Kupel
While Ovcha Kupel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Museum of History and Boyana Church.
rayon Krasna polyana
Though rayon Krasna polyana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mall of Sofia and Vitosha Blvd.
Boyana
While visiting Boyana, you might make a stop by sights like Boyana Church and Vitosha Nature Park.
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.
Rajon Triaditsa
While visiting Rajon Triaditsa, you might make a stop by sights like Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture.
