For a day under the sun, head south from Sofia and visit Vitosha Mountain and the national park. This popular destination is a favorite among locals for hiking and skiing, and it's a home to multiple nature reserves.

Spend a day shopping at internationally-known stores, snack on local treats at the food court, or watch a movie at the cinema when visiting this impressive shopping center. The Mall, one of Sofia's largest shopping centers, is also known as Tsarigradsko Mall.

Built in the early 20th century, St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is an impressive Orthodox cathedral and one of the city's architectural wonders, featuring a Neo-Byzantine style, marble interiors, a gold-plated dome, and a 53-meter bell tower.

Head with the family to the Sofia Zoo and enjoy the largest zoo in the Balkans. Home to over 300 species from all around the world, this attraction offers a unique way to spend a day only 15 minutes from the city center by car.

While visiting Bulgaria's capital, make your way to this business and academic center where you can attend events related to science and technology. Sofia Tech Park is also home to local offices, including a variety of start-ups.

Discover a trade show, or attend a concert or local event at the Inter Expo Center, just a few kilometers from the Sofia Airport. This main exhibition center in Sofia hosts over 300 events yearly.

Enjoy a concert or cheer on a sporting event at Arena Armeec Sofia. Open since 2011, it is one of the largest multi-purpose events centers in Bulgaria.