🏛️Main Attractions
- ✓Sozopol Old Town
- ✓St. John the Baptist Church
- ✓Archaeological Museum
- ✓Ravadinovo Castle
- ✓Ropotamo River Reserve
Sozopol
Sozopol
An ancient seaside town dating back 2,600 years, featuring a UNESCO-recognized old quarter, charming cobblestone streets, and beautiful Black Sea beaches
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Recommended Hotels in Sozopol
Hand-picked hotels and accommodations from Agoda (20 properties)
🏨Recommended Hotels
- ★Hotel Villa List - Boutique hotel in Old Town with sea views and traditional architecture
- ★Santa Marina Holiday Village - Large resort complex on Harmani Beach with pools and spa
- ★Art Hotel Galeriya - Small charming hotel in restored 19th-century house
- ★Hotel Orion - Mid-range property near Central Beach with modern amenities
- ★Radik Hotel - Budget-friendly family-run hotel close to Old Town
- ★Sozopol Dreams Apart Hotel - Apartment-style accommodation with kitchenettes
🍜Restaurants & Food
•Ksantana
$$$Fine dining seafood restaurant in Old Town, grilled fish, octopus salad, and sunset views
•Mehana Neptun
$$Traditional Bulgarian mehana serving midii na skara (grilled mussels) and fresh catch
•Rustic Art Restaurant
$$$Romantic courtyard setting with Mediterranean cuisine and extensive Bulgarian wine list
•Bistro Planeta
$Casual harbor-side restaurant known for fish soup, shopska salad, and local wines
•The Old Windmill
$$Converted windmill restaurant with panoramic views, seafood platters and cocktails
💡 Travel Tips
- • Book accommodation 2-4 months ahead for July-August peak season - Sozopol is extremely popular with both Bulgarians and tourists
- • Old Town is entirely pedestrian-only with steep hills and cobblestones - pack light luggage and wear good walking shoes
- • Fresh seafood at harbor restaurants is excellent value - ask for 'ulov na denya' (catch of the day) for best prices
- • Avoid swimming near harbor entrance due to boat traffic - use designated beach areas at Central or Harmani Beach
- • Visit in early September for Apollonia Arts Festival - Bulgaria's premier cultural event with free outdoor performances
- • Beach umbrellas and sunbeds cost BGN 12-18/day - arrive early morning (before 9am) to secure good spots
- • Learn about ancient Apollonia Pontica (founded 610 BC) - Archaeological Museum has fascinating Greek and Thracian artifacts
- • Explore beaches north and south of town by boat or rental car - quieter coves with crystal-clear water
🔗 Related Information
📋Quick Info
📅Best Season
June to September (beach season, festivals)
💰Daily Budget
BGN 70-130/day (EUR 35-65)/day
👥Popular With
History loversbeach enthusiastsromantic travelers
🗓️Recommended Stay
2-3 days
🌐Timezone
UTC+2 (EET), UTC+3 (EEST in summer)
💬Local Language
Bulgarian
💱Currency
Bulgarian Lev (BGN)
📅Sozopol 3-Day Itinerary
Recommended plan for efficient sightseeing
Ancient Old Town Exploration
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Morning3h
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Wander through Sozopol's Old Town cobblestone streets
💡 Explore traditional wooden houses from 19th century. Visit art galleries and craft shops. Free walking, wear comfortable shoes.
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Afternoon2h
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Visit Archaeological Museum and St. John the Baptist Church
💡 Museum displays Greek and Thracian artifacts. Church ruins on small peninsula. Entry BGN 5-6 for museum.
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Evening2h
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Dinner at seaside restaurant with sunset views
💡 Old Town has charming fish restaurants. Try midii na skara (grilled mussels), fresh fish, and local wine.
💡Tips
- •Book accommodation months ahead for July-August—Sozopol is extremely popular
- •Old Town is pedestrian-only and hilly—pack light and wear good walking shoes
- •Try fresh seafood at harbor restaurants—catch of the day is always best value
- •Avoid swimming near harbor entrance—use designated beaches
- •Learn about Apollonia Pontica, the ancient Greek colony that preceded modern Sozopol