{"id":22882,"date":"2014-09-08T21:48:34","date_gmt":"2014-09-09T01:48:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/?page_id=22882"},"modified":"2025-08-15T13:41:26","modified_gmt":"2025-08-15T17:41:26","slug":"bulgaria","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/bulgaria\/","title":{"rendered":"Bulgaria Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/bulgariaguide1.jpg\" alt=\"Panoramic views over the red terracotta rooftops of the historic town of Asenovgrad amidst rolling hills in Bulgaria, with the Bulgarian flag flying in the foreground\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Often overlooked by travelers, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/bulgaria\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bulgaria<\/a> is actually one of my favorite countries in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/europe-travel-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Europe<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because it&#8217;s under the radar, here you\u2019ll find few crowds and plenty of affordable activities. I arrived with few expectations and was blown away by the country\u2019s affordability, incredible history, mountainous landscapes, Black Sea beaches, and wild nightlife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bulgaria&#8217;s long history is evident everywhere, from ancient Neolithic settlements to mysterious Thracian tombs to fortresses left behind by powerful tsars. Even some of the smallest, most nondescript churches have elaborate religious artwork inside, including paintings of saints and vivid murals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, if you&#8217;re a nature lover, there are several mountain ranges throughout the country offering all kinds of stunning hikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, Bulgaria is amazing and I can\u2019t speak its praises enough. Don\u2019t speed through the place. There\u2019s a lot to see and do here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This travel guide to Bulgaria can help you plan your trip, save money, and make the most of your time here.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_8d97a8-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_8d97a8-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_8d97a8-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(60% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id22882_8d97a8-16 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_8d97a8-16 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 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class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_79c763-f0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_79c763-f0\">Table of Contents<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#top5\">Things to See and Do<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#safe\">How to Stay Safe<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#stay\">Where to Stay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#costs\">Typical Costs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#budget\">Suggested Budget<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#saving\">Money-Saving Tips<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#getaround\">How to Get Around<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#when\">When to Go<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#book\">Best Places to Book Your Trip<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#posts\">Related Blogs on Bulgaria<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column22882_d4fea0-86 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_d4fea0-86 > 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.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_9823c2-c1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_9823c2-c1\"]{text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_9823c2-c1 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_9823c2-c1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_9823c2-c1\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_9823c2-c1 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_9823c2-c1\">Click Here for City Guides<\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"map_wrapper\" id=\"map_wrapper_241639\">\n<div class=\"map_box\" style=\"max-width:2000px\">\n<div class=\"map_aspect_ratio\" style=\"padding-top:56%\" data-padding-top=\"56%\" data-padding-top-mobile=\"\">\n<div class=\"map_container\">\n<div class=\"map_render map_loading\" id=\"map_241639\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_542159-f4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_542159-f4 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_542159-f4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_542159-f4 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_542159-f4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_542159-f4 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_542159-f4 alignnone 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.kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_97a155-2c\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b90c737b heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_940c5d-29, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_940c5d-29[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_940c5d-29\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_940c5d-29 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_940c5d-29[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_940c5d-29\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_940c5d-29 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_940c5d-29\">Top 5 Things to See and Do in Bulgaria<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/bulgariaguide2.jpg\" alt=\"An emerald green lake with sharp jagged peaks in the background in the Rila Mountains, Bulgaria\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Explore Sofia<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/bulgaria\/sofia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sofia<\/a> is Bulgaria\u2019s dynamic capital city full of museums, Eastern Orthodox churches, communist architecture, and trendy galleries, restaurants, and clubs. The city has thousands of years\u2019 worth of history and dates to the 8th century BCE when it was inhabited by the Serdi tribe. One of the oldest buildings is a brick rotunda that was built in the 4th century by the Romans. It was originally used as a bath but later became a church \u2013 and it\u2019s survived almost completely intact. Don&#8217;t miss the Alexander Nevski Cathedral, built in the 1880s in the Neo-Byzantine style. It&#8217;s massive and has enough room for 10,000 people inside (you can even explore the crypt which is full of unique religious icons). Museums like the National Art Gallery, the National Historical Museum, and the National Institute of Archeology are all worth a visit and feature unique cultural and historical exhibits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Relax in Varna<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/bulgaria\/varna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Varna<\/a> is a major tourist destination during the summer when its beaches fill up with visitors. Like most of Bulgaria, the area has a rich history. Archeological remains of early settlements have been uncovered at over 30 sites, the oldest of which dates back to the Stone Age. Modern Varna was established in the 6th and 7th centuries when the Slavic people gained power in the Balkans, and the city emerged as an important hub for trade due to its prominent location on the Black Sea. Now it&#8217;s known as one of Bulgaria\u2019s most popular seaside resort towns thanks to its beautiful beaches. I had a lot of fun wandering the streets, visiting the Roman Baths, walking through the big central park, and relaxing by the beach. Make sure to check out Aladzha Monastery, which is one of the oldest in Bulgaria (it dates back to the 4th century) and offers stunning views of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Visit Plovdiv<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/bulgaria\/plovdiv\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Plovdiv<\/a> is the second-largest city in Bulgaria and is the oldest continuously inhabited city in Europe (archeologists have discovered evidence of settlements dating back to the Neolithic period in 6,000 BCE). Over the years, Plovdiv has been ruled by Greeks, Romans, Celts, Huns, Slavs, Bulgars, Thracians, and Ottomans. You can explore ruins spanning the centuries on a walk-through Old Town with cobblestone streets and architecture from the Middle Ages and the Bulgarian Revival. The city is the cultural hub of Bulgaria and was named the European Capital of Culture and is part of the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities. Be sure to visit the Roman Amphitheater, see the Archaeological Museum, and relax under the leafy trees in the Tsar Simeon Central Garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Go to Veliko Tarnovo<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the capital of the Bulgarian Empire, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/bulgaria\/veliko-tarnovo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Veliko Tarnovo<\/a> is now a charming university town. Much of the city is perched on the cliffs with white houses and iconic red roofs spanning the hillsides. For excellent photo opportunities visit the Sky Walk which overlooks the city and the river winding through the cliffs. Not much happens here, but I loved the cobblestone streets, the historic castle ruins, the little cafes, and the nearby mountain hikes. Like any university town, there are some eclectic spots to grab a drink like the Hipster Art Bar which has a fun atmosphere and is a great place to meet people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Explore the Rila Mountains<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Rila Mountains are the highest mountain range in the Balkans, with Mount Musala towering over 3,000 meters (10,000 feet). Most of the mountain is protected within Rila National Park and the rest falls within the Rila Monastery Nature preserve, so it\u2019s a hotspot for biodiversity and nature enthusiasts. You can trek to the top on a day hike or take on some of the less challenging hikes in the mountains. During the colder months, the Rila Mountains become packed with skiers, and if you want to treat yourself there are some luxurious spas around the area. Other highlights include the Seven Lakes route, Skakavitsa Waterfall, and the Rila Monastery. The monastery is the largest in Bulgaria and was established in the 10th century by Saint John of Rila. It\u2019s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_c4b781-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_c4b781-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_c4b781-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_c4b781-a3 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_c4b781-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_c4b781-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_c4b781-a3 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"seedo\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_ced865-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_ced865-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_ced865-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_ced865-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_ced865-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_ced865-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_ced865-52{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_ced865-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_ced865-52 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_ced865-52\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7d671ee0 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_cdbb7b-8e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_cdbb7b-8e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_cdbb7b-8e\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_cdbb7b-8e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_cdbb7b-8e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_cdbb7b-8e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_cdbb7b-8e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_cdbb7b-8e\">Other Things to See and Do in Bulgaria<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Check out the Museum of Socialist Art<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This museum in Sofia showcases art from when the country was under Communist rule (1944-1989). A large outdoor sculpture park contains everything from a giant statue of Lenin that once stood in the center of the city to the red star that topped the socialist party headquarters. Inside you&#8217;ll find all kinds of propaganda, documentary videos, photos, and more. Admission is 6 BGN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Hike the Balkan Mountains<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This mountain chain is at the center of Bulgaria. It&#8217;s part of the epic European Long Distance Route (E3) following the chain&#8217;s main ridge to the Portuguese seaside, spanning a distance of 6,950 kilometers (4,320 miles). For shorter day hikes, find a base town like Apriltsi and trek from there. The Mount Botev summit and the hike to Vodnite Dupki are two popular hikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Hit the beaches on the Black Sea<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>This 402-kilometer (250-mile) stretch of Bulgarian coast lies along the Black Sea. About one-third of this coastline is covered in pristine, sandy beaches. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/i-despise-sunny-beach\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Avoid Sunny Beach<\/a> (it&#8217;s tacky and crowded) and check out some of the quieter beaches instead, like Pomorie Beach or Sinemorets Veleka Beach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Unwind in Balchik<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Balchik is a small coastal town on the Black Sea. The area used to serve as the summer residence for Queen Marie of Romania (1875-1938). You can tour her Balchik Palace on the seaside promenade and admire the interesting blend of Gothic and Islamic architecture. There are not very many rooms, but they all contain original furnishings and paintings by Queen Marie herself. There&#8217;s also a botanical garden with over 600 species of plants. Admission is 15 BGN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 Go skiing<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Bansko, Borovets, and Pamporovo are the three biggest resort towns in Bulgaria. Most people prefer Bansko because its resort has the longest ski runs and it&#8217;s doable as a day trip from Sofia. There are several hotels and budget accommodations within Bansko (although Bansko isn&#8217;t the prettiest of towns). A one-day ski pass is 90 BGN in Bansko and 85 BGN in Borovets and Pamporovo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Stop and smell the roses in Kazanlak<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Bulgaria is one of the biggest producers of rose oil in the world and the town of Kazanlak has hosted the Festival of Roses since 1903. During the first weekend of June, the local community organizes this international event that attracts thousands of tourists. There are rose-picking rituals, events to learn about the rose distillation process, a street procession, acapella choirs, folklore concerts, art shows, exhibitions, and even wine-tasting. Best of all, most of the events are free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Visit the Varna Archaeological Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Varna Archaeological Museum is home to the Varna Necropolis, a prehistoric archaeological site that contains the oldest processed gold in the world (it\u2019s 7,000 years old). The gold was extracted from 62 graves (it was custom to bury people with gifts at that time). On display, you&#8217;ll also find intricate jewelry and other artifacts, as well as oddities like Roman surgical tools and ancient Hellenistic headstones. Admission is 10 BGN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Explore Stara Zagora<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Stara Zagora is a smaller city located in the south of Bulgaria, famous for its annual linden-tree bloom (the whole city smells incredibly floral \u2014 like a combination of honeysuckle and jasmine). For me, the main attraction is Stara Zagora&#8217;s historical significance. Other than once being an important crossroad for the Romans, Ottomans, and Thracians, Stara Zagora also contains some amazing prehistoric relics, including ancient burial mounds dating back 8,000 years. The Neolithic Dwellings Museum sits on one of these prehistoric mounds, along with the remains of a home. It&#8217;s 5 BGN to visit and super informative!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Tour the Bachkovo Monastery<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Just outside of Plovdiv is the Bachkovo Monastery, dating to 1083 (although most of it was built from the 17th century). The main attraction in the monastery is the Church of Sveta Bogoroditsa, which has an interior completely covered in colorful frescoes painted by Zahari Zograf in 1850. The refectory (dining hall) is also full of murals displaying the building&#8217;s history. Pilgrims often come to the church to pray in front of the Madonna, which is encased in gold and silver. It&#8217;s free to visit the monastery, but the onsite museum costs 2 BGN and the refectory is 6 BGN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Visit the Et\u00e2r Ethnographic Open-Air Museum<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>The Et\u00e2r 19th-century ethno-village in Northern Bulgaria is a recreated Bulgarian town lined with cobblestone streets and dozens of traditional shops and workshops devoted to cobblers, furriers (someone who works with furs), glass workers, jewelers, leatherworkers, potters, bakers, and more. Costumed performers move between buildings, making it feel like you stepped back in time (or at least onto a movie set). You can poke around recreated traditional homes, and some of the workshops are still powered by running water. It&#8217;s a bit cheesy, but you can pick up neat handmade souvenirs here. Admission is 5 BGN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Hike at Emen Canyon<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re visiting Veliko T\u00e2rnovo, head west to Emen Canyon. Carved out by the Negovanka River between tall limestone cliffs, the canyon is home to deep creeks (perfect for swimming) and picturesque waterfalls. A two-hour hike on the Negovanka Ecotrail takes you along 90-meter-high (295-foot) bluffs, leading to viewpoints over the canyon and a 10-meter-tall (32-foot) waterfall. It\u2019s a beautiful region to explore on foot!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div data-gyg-widget=\"auto\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"LLKQJ38\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on specific cities in Bulgaria, check out these guides:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items22882_69327d-58:not(.this-stops-third-party-issues){margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items22882_69327d-58 ul.kt-svg-icon-list:not(.this-prevents-issues):not(.this-stops-third-party-issues):not(.tijsloc){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:0px;column-gap:30px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items22882_69327d-58 ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:2px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items22882_69327d-58 .kb-svg-icon-wrap{font-size:8px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items22882_69327d-58 ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap 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Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-22882_4d16eb-f3 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-22882_4d16eb-f3\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_circle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/bulgaria\/veliko-tarnovo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Veliko Tarnovo Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-22882_6f5a65-34 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-22882_6f5a65-34\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_circle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/bulgaria\/varna\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Varna Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-22882_cd1bfb-78 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-22882_cd1bfb-78\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-fas_circle kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-guides\/bulgaria\/sofia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sofia Travel Guide<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_9438bb-d6 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_9438bb-d6 > 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.kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_5b07c1-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_5b07c1-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_5b07c1-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_5b07c1-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_5b07c1-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_5b07c1-f8{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_5b07c1-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_5b07c1-f8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_5b07c1-f8\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b68a4ab2 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_5b6c85-67, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_5b6c85-67[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_5b6c85-67\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_5b6c85-67 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_5b6c85-67[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_5b6c85-67\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_5b6c85-67 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_5b6c85-67\">How to Stay Safe in Bulgaria<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Bulgaria is a very safe country to visit. Violent crime against visitors is very rare. Scams and petty crime like pick-pocketing are the most common danger you\u2019ll face when you\u2019re traveling the country, but even those are rare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, it\u2019s always a good idea to keep your valuables secure and out of sight when out and about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Solo female travelers should generally feel safe here, however, the standard precautions apply (never leave your drink unattended at the bar, never walk home alone intoxicated, etc.).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When taking taxis, always make sure the meter is on. A common scam is for taxi drivers to tell you that their meter is broken. Insist that you want a taxi with a working meter or negotiate the cost upfront.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can read about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/avoid-travel-scams\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">common travel scams to avoid right here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience an emergency, dial 112 for assistance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important piece of advice I can offer is to purchase good travel insurance. Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It&#8217;s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I&#8217;ve had to use it many times in the past.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"nm-sw-box\"><center><div class=\"safetywing-price-widget\" data-safetywingaffiliateid=\"24768462\"><\/div>\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/safetywing-static\/widget\/safetywing-price-widget.js\"><\/script><\/center><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_b73889-be > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_b73889-be > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_b73889-be > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_b73889-be > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_b73889-be > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_b73889-be > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_b73889-be alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"stay\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_ac4d09-46\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3c709811 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_f1c639-52, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_f1c639-52[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_f1c639-52\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_f1c639-52 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_f1c639-52[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_f1c639-52\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_f1c639-52 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_f1c639-52\">Where to Stay in Bulgaria<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Bulgaria has lots of fun, affordable hostels around the country. Here are my favorite and suggested places to stay:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FNomado-Hostel%2FVarna%2F290755\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nomado Hostel<\/a> (Varna)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FHostel-Mostel%2FSofia%2F3725\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hostel Mostel<\/a> (Sofia)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fhostelworld.prf.hn%2Fclick%2Fcamref%3A1101lHtj%2Fdestination%3Ahttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.hostelworld.com%252Fhosteldetails.php%252FHostel-123%252FSofia%252F278042\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Hostel 123<\/a> (Sofia)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FHostel-Mostel-Veliko-Tarnovo%2FVeliko-Tarnovo%2F20748\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hostel Mostel<\/a> (Veliko Tarnovo)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FHostel-Old-Plovdiv%2FPlovdiv%2F68785\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hostel Old Plovdiv<\/a> (Plovdiv)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FYo-Ho-Hostel%2FVarna%2F17129\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yo-Ho-Hostel<\/a> (Varna)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_717efb-55 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_717efb-55 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_717efb-55 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_717efb-55 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_717efb-55 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_717efb-55 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_717efb-55 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"costs\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_2f1a9e-b0\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d46fbf53 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_d5187b-80, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_d5187b-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_d5187b-80\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_d5187b-80 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_d5187b-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_d5187b-80\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_d5187b-80 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_d5187b-80\">Bulgaria Travel Costs<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/2022\/bulgariaguide3a.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional Bulgarian houses with terracotta roofs along a cobblestone street in a small village\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_a9ac8b-47 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_a9ac8b-47 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_a9ac8b-47 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id22882_a9ac8b-47 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_a9ac8b-47 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_a9ac8b-47 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_a9ac8b-47 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_2d4202-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_2d4202-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_2d4202-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_2d4202-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_2d4202-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_2d4202-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_2d4202-77{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_2d4202-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_2d4202-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_2d4202-77\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_a0e8f6-bd, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_a0e8f6-bd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_a0e8f6-bd\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_a0e8f6-bd mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_a0e8f6-bd[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_a0e8f6-bd\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_a0e8f6-bd wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_a0e8f6-bd\">Accommodation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Hostel Dorms &#8211; 15-25 BGN per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hostel private rooms &#8211; 30-60 BGN per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget hotels &#8211; 50-100 BGN per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb private rooms &#8211; 20-55 BGN per night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Airbnb apartments &#8211; 60-110 BGN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Campsite &#8211; 5-20 BGN per night<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column22882_2e9401-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_2e9401-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_2e9401-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_2e9401-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_2e9401-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_2e9401-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_2e9401-77{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_2e9401-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_2e9401-77 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_2e9401-77\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_8c4d94-3d, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_8c4d94-3d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_8c4d94-3d\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_8c4d94-3d mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_8c4d94-3d[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_8c4d94-3d\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_8c4d94-3d wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_8c4d94-3d\">Food<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Street food &#8211; 1.50-6 BGN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sit-down restaurants &#8211; 12-30 BGN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Casual take-out places &#8211; 10 BGN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fast food (think McDonald\u2019s) &#8211; 12 BGN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beer &#8211; 4 BGN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cappuccino\/latte- 3.50 BGN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bottled water &#8211; 1.50 BGN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Groceries for a week &#8211; 45-65 BGN<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_dbe8e8-0e > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_dbe8e8-0e > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_dbe8e8-0e > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_dbe8e8-0e > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_dbe8e8-0e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_dbe8e8-0e > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_dbe8e8-0e alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"budget\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_f744df-fc > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_f744df-fc > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_f744df-fc > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_f744df-fc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_f744df-fc > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_f744df-fc > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_f744df-fc{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_f744df-fc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_f744df-fc > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_f744df-fc\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0a82afeb heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_2047e8-64, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_2047e8-64[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_2047e8-64\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_2047e8-64 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_2047e8-64[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_2047e8-64\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_2047e8-64 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_2047e8-64\">Bulgaria Suggested Budgets<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_49c2b3-50 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_49c2b3-50 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_49c2b3-50 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(40% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)))minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem) * 2 )\/3)));}.kb-row-layout-id22882_49c2b3-50 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_49c2b3-50 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep{height:100px;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_49c2b3-50 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{width:100%;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_49c2b3-50 .kt-row-layout-bottom-sep svg{fill:#ffffff!important;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_49c2b3-50 > .kt-row-column-wrap 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kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_615117-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_615117-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_615117-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_615117-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_615117-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_615117-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_615117-b8{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_615117-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_615117-b8 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_615117-b8\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_84c505-3f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_84c505-3f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_84c505-3f\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_84c505-3f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_84c505-3f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_84c505-3f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_84c505-3f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_84c505-3f\">Backpacker &#8211; 55 BGN Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re backpacking Bulgaria, this budget covers a hostel dorm, cooking most of your meals, limiting your drinking, taking public transportation to get around, and sticking to mostly free activities like hiking and going to the beaches. If you plan on drinking, add 5-10 BGN to your daily budget.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-md, 2rem);}.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette3, #1A202C);}.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_39f694-17{position:relative;}.kadence-column22882_39f694-17, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column22882_39f694-17:not(.specificity){margin-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);margin-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_39f694-17, .kt-inside-inner-col > .kadence-column22882_39f694-17:not(.specificity){margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_39f694-17 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-right:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-bottom:0px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);border-left:2px solid var(--global-palette9, #ffffff);flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_39f694-17\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_83e2e7-9a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_83e2e7-9a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_83e2e7-9a\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_83e2e7-9a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_83e2e7-9a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_83e2e7-9a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_83e2e7-9a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_83e2e7-9a\">Midrange &#8211; 135 BGN Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On a mid-range budget, you can stay in a private Airbnb or hostel room. You&#8217;ll be able to eat out for most meals at cheap fast-food joints, have a couple of drinks, take the occasional taxi to get around, and do more activities and tours like visiting museums or going skiing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_79aa56-bb\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_611321-c6, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_611321-c6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_611321-c6\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_611321-c6 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_611321-c6[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_611321-c6\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h4 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_611321-c6 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_611321-c6\">Upscale &#8211; 200 BGN Per Day<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On a &#8220;luxury&#8221; budget, you can stay in a hotel, eat out for all your meals, drink more, rent a car or take more taxis, and do whatever tours and activities you want. This is just the ground floor for luxury though. The sky is the limit!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_093736-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_093736-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_093736-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_093736-0d > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_093736-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_093736-0d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_093736-0d alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"saving\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_664cda-92 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_664cda-92 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_664cda-92 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_664cda-92 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_664cda-92 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_664cda-92 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_664cda-92{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_664cda-92 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_664cda-92 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_664cda-92\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-425522ad heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_21dac8-b9, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_21dac8-b9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_21dac8-b9\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_21dac8-b9 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_21dac8-b9[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_21dac8-b9\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_21dac8-b9 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_21dac8-b9\">Bulgaria Travel Guide: Money-Saving Tips<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Bulgaria is one of the most affordable destinations in Europe. You can do a lot on a tight budget here as most of the country&#8217;s attractions (such as museums and historical sites) are cheap. You&#8217;ll find it hard to break the bank here unless you&#8217;re spending your time on the Black Sea coast during peak season and intentionally trying to splurge. Here are some ways to save money in Bulgaria:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bring a water bottle<\/strong> &#8211; The tap water here is safe to drink so bring a reusable water bottle to save money and reduce your plastic use. <a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/B0AY14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LifeStraw<\/a> is my go-to brand as their bottles have built-in filters to ensure your water is always clean and safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Avoid Sunny Beach<\/strong> &#8211; I don\u2019t understand the appeal of a beach that\u2019s overpriced and crowded with tourists. Hit up one of the other coastal beaches instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay at Hostel Mostel<\/strong> &#8211; Staying at this hostel chain can lower your costs because they include free breakfast and free dinner. They have locations in <a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FHostel-Mostel%2FSofia%2F3725\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sofia<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hostelworld.com%2Fhosteldetails.php%2FHostel-Mostel-Veliko-Tarnovo%2FVeliko-Tarnovo%2F20748\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Veliko Tarnovo<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eat at the bakeries<\/strong> &#8211; Bakeries in Bulgaria have an inexpensive range of sweet and savory pastries that can fill you up. Two of my favorite snacks there are <em>banica<\/em> and <em>krenvirshka.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stay with a local<\/strong> &#8211; If you plan ahead, you can usually find <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/how-to-crush-it-on-couchsurfing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Couchsurfing<\/a> hosts all throughout the country. This way, you not only have a free place to stay but you\u2019ll connect with a local host that can share their insider tips and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Take free walking tours<\/strong> &#8211; Walking tours are a great way to get familiar with a city and its culture. Sofia, Veliko Tarnovo, and Plovdiv all have free walking tours. Just be sure to tip your tour guide at the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Enjoy free events<\/strong> &#8211; Many of Bulgaria&#8217;s festivals are free to attend, and during the summer many city parks have free scheduled events and concerts. Ask your hostel or host what&#8217;s going on during your visit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_ccc665-af > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_ccc665-af > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_ccc665-af > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_ccc665-af > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_ccc665-af > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_ccc665-af > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_ccc665-af alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"getaround\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_a68c5c-1e\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-4f458871 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_32d6f8-8c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_32d6f8-8c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_32d6f8-8c\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_32d6f8-8c mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_32d6f8-8c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_32d6f8-8c\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_32d6f8-8c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_32d6f8-8c\">How to Get Around in Bulgaria<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/media.nomadicmatt.com\/bulgariaguide.jpg\" alt=\"Historic walled fortress set against an expansive landscape of rolling hills in Bulgaria\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Public transportation<\/strong> &#8211; Public transportation in Bulgaria is very affordable. Sofia has a subway with two lines connecting the city center and the airport, as well as the central bus and train stations. Tickets are 1.60 BGN each.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other cities, public buses are the most common mode of public transportation. Fares are usually between 1-2 BGN. Trolleybuses and trams are also common and generally cost the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some cities, like Sofia, have a daily transportation pass for 4 BGN per day. A three-day pass is 10 BGN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taxi<\/strong> &#8211; Taxis are readily available everywhere, with rates starting at 2 BGN, costing an additional 1-2 BGN per kilometer. Always make sure your driver uses the meter so you avoid getting ripped off. Ridesharing like Uber is not available here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bus<\/strong> &#8211; Bulgaria has lots of private and public minibusses and coaches to get you between the smaller towns and cities. A bus from Sofia to Varna costs around 33 BGN and takes seven hours, while Varna to Plovdiv is 27 BGN and also takes seven hours. A three-hour journey from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo shouldn&#8217;t cost more than 30 BGN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Train<\/strong> &#8211; Train travel in Bulgaria is often cheaper than taking the bus, but it\u2019s a lot slower. For example, the same Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo journey costs just 20 BGN but takes a little over four and a half hours by train (instead of three by bus). You can use the Bulgarian State Railways website (bdz.bg) to plan your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Flying<\/strong> &#8211; There are limited domestic routes around Bulgaria, making this an inconvenient option for most travelers. That said, flying is affordable here. A one-way trip between Sofia and Varna costs about 160 BGN, while a one-way trip between Sofia and Burgas is about 106 BGN. Unless you\u2019re pressed for time, though, I\u2019d stick to the bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Car rental<\/strong> &#8211; Car rentals are super affordable here, costing as little as 25 BGN per day. If you have someone to share the ride with, this could be an affordable and flexible way to get around the country. Drivers need to be 21 years old and have an IDP (International Driving Permit).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To find the best car rental prices, use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/?a_aid=nomadicmatt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discover Cars<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hitchhiking<\/strong> &#8211; Hitchhiking in Bulgaria is common among travelers and locals alike. <a href=\"https:\/\/hitchwiki.org\/en\/Bulgaria\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HitchWiki<\/a> is the best website for additional hitchhiking tips and info.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_32e43f-60 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_32e43f-60 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_32e43f-60 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_32e43f-60 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_32e43f-60 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_32e43f-60 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_32e43f-60 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"when\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_149ee8-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_149ee8-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_149ee8-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_149ee8-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_149ee8-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_149ee8-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_149ee8-59{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_149ee8-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_149ee8-59 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_149ee8-59\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-92d7936f heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_e7ce1a-cf, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_e7ce1a-cf[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_e7ce1a-cf\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_e7ce1a-cf mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_e7ce1a-cf[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_e7ce1a-cf\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_e7ce1a-cf wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_e7ce1a-cf\">When to Go to Bulgaria<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you want hot weather and lots of time on the Black Sea coast, summer (June-August) is the best time to visit. Temperatures average 29-32\u00b0C (84-90\u00b0F) and the water is ideal for swimming. These temperatures are fairly consistent across the country, although the mountain regions can be cooler.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spring and fall weather can change from day to day. Temperatures range between 5-21\u00b0C (41-70\u00b0F) in the spring and the weather can be quite foggy and cloudy, with not a lot of sunshine. But if you want fewer crowds and lower prices, this is the best time to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The fall months (September-October) are best for hiking as the autumn foliage is starting to show. Fall temperatures range from 2-21\u00b0C (36-71\u00b0F).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Winter can be frigid, with temperatures dropping as low as -5\u00b0C (23\u00b0F). The snow-capped mountains are beautiful during this time, and many people come here to hit the slopes. If you\u2019re not coming here to ski or do winter sports, however, I\u2019d skip a winter visit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"guide-block resources-block\"><h3 id=\"book\"><span>Bulgaria Travel Guide: The Best Booking Resources<\/span><\/h3><p>These are my favorite companies to use when I travel. They consistently have the best deals, offer world-class customer service and great value, and overall, are better than their competitors. They are the companies I use the most and are always the starting point in my search for travel deals. <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/c\/214481\/1027991\/13416?associateid=AFF_TRA_19354_00001\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Skyscanner<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; Skyscanner is my favorite flight search engine. They search small websites and budget airlines that larger search sites tend to miss. They are hands down the number one place to start.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hostelworld.prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101lHtj\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Hostelworld<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; This is the best hostel accommodation site out there with the largest inventory, best search interface, and widest availability.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/index.html?aid=362916\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Booking.com<\/a> &#8211; The best all around booking site that constantly provides the cheapest and lowest rates. They have the widest selection of budget accommodation. In all my tests, they\u2019ve always had the cheapest rates out of all the booking websites. <\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelpass.co\/hostel-card\/?ref=mattkepnes4&#038;utm_source=Tapfiliate&#038;utm_medium=mattkepnes4&#038;utm_campaign=HostelPass+Affiliate+Program\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">HostelPass<\/a><\/strong> &#8211; This new card gives you up to 20% off hostels throughout Europe. It\u2019s a great way to save money. They\u2019re constantly adding new hostels too. I\u2019ve always wanted something like this and glad it finallt exists.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/?partner_id=LLKQJ38&#038;utm_medium=online_publisher&#038;placement=content-top\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Get Your Guide<\/a> &#8211; Get Your Guide is a huge online marketplace for tours and excursions. They have tons of tour options available in cities all around the world, including everything from cooking classes, walking tours, street art lessons, and more!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seat61.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Man in Seat 61<\/a> &#8211; This website is the ultimate guide to train travel anywhere in the world. They have the most comprehensive information on routes, times, prices, and train conditions. If you are planning a long train journey or some epic train trip, consult this site.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/prf.hn\/click\/camref:1101l3HUwW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Trainline<\/a> &#8211; When you&#8217;re ready to book your train tickets, use this site. It streamlines the process of booking trains around Europe.\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rome2rio.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Rome2Rio<\/a> &#8211; This website allows you to see how to get from point A to point B the best and cheapest way possible. It will give you all the bus, train, plane, or boat routes that can get you there as well as how much they cost.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/flixbus.pxf.io\/c\/1314291\/477459\/8366?u=https%3A%2F%2Fglobal.flixbus.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">FlixBus<\/a> &#8211; Flixbus has routes between 20 European countries with prices starting as low 5 EUR! Their buses include WiFi, electrical outlets, a free checked bag.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/safetywing.com\/nomad-insurance?referenceID=24768462\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">SafetyWing<\/a> &#8211; Safety Wing offers convenient and affordable plans tailored to digital nomads and long-term travelers. They have cheap monthly plans, great customer service, and an easy-to-use claims process that makes it perfect for those on the road.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lifestraw.xyibsh.net\/mgXd1D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">LifeStraw<\/a> &#8211; My go-to company for reusable water bottles with built-in filters so you can ensure your drinking water is always clean and safe.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shareasale.com\/r.cfm?b=2045947&#038;u=1442001&#038;m=125871&#038;urllink=&#038;afftrack=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Unbound Merino<\/a> &#8211; They make lightweight, durable, easy-to-clean travel clothing.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/best-travel-credit-cards\/\">Top Travel Credit Cards<\/a> &#8211; Points are the best way to cut down travel expenses. Here&#8217;s my favorite point earning credit cards so you can get free travel!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_6bed91-c9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_6bed91-c9 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_6bed91-c9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_6bed91-c9 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_6bed91-c9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_6bed91-c9 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_6bed91-c9 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"book-europe\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_b1081f-cd\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-684fafa5 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_6f2afd-0f, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_6f2afd-0f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_6f2afd-0f\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_6f2afd-0f mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_6f2afd-0f[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_6f2afd-0f\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_6f2afd-0f wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_6f2afd-0f\">GO DEEPER: Nomadic Matt&#8217;s In-Depth Budget Guide to Europe!<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_0e5bfa-48 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_0e5bfa-48 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_0e5bfa-48 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:0px;padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(30% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(70% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id22882_0e5bfa-48 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_0e5bfa-48 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr) minmax(0, 2fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_0e5bfa-48 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_0e5bfa-48 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-right-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_bc4869-05 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_bc4869-05 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_bc4869-05 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_bc4869-05 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_bc4869-05 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_bc4869-05 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_bc4869-05{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_bc4869-05 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_bc4869-05 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_bc4869-05\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/product\/europe-guidebooks\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/europe-slide-cover.jpg\" alt=\"Nomadic Matt's Guide to Paris\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_18fc9a-f9\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p>There\u2019s a lot of free information online but do you want to spend days searching for information? Prob not! That\u2019s why guidebooks exist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While I have a lot of free tips on Europe, I also wrote an entire book that goes into great detail on everything you need to plan a trip here on a budget! You\u2019ll get suggested itineraries, budgets, even more ways to save money, my favorite restaurants, prices, practical information (i.e. phone numbers, websites, prices, safety advice, etc etc), and cultural tips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ll give the insider view of Europe that I got from years of traveling and living here! The downloadable guide can be used on your Kindle, iPad, phone, or computer so you can have it with you when you go.<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/product\/europe-guidebooks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here to learn more about my book on Europe!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_da87c2-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_da87c2-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_da87c2-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id22882_da87c2-6d > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_da87c2-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_da87c2-6d > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id22882_da87c2-6d alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\" id=\"posts\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column22882_ab0ed5-3f\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6886dad7 heading-line\" id=\"section-title\">\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_4c0eca-90, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_4c0eca-90[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_4c0eca-90\"]{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-xs, 1rem);text-align:center;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_4c0eca-90 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading22882_4c0eca-90[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_4c0eca-90\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading22882_4c0eca-90 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading has-theme-palette-9-background-color has-background\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading22882_4c0eca-90\">Bulgaria Travel Guide: Related Articles<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Want more tips for your trip? Check out all the articles I\u2019ve written on Europe travel and continue planning your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id22882_3b6649-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id22882_3b6649-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_3b6649-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:0px;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_3b6649-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}.kb-row-layout-id22882_3b6649-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));}.kb-row-layout-id22882_3b6649-03 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id22882_3b6649-03 > .kt-row-column-wrap > div:not(.added-for-specificity){grid-column:initial;}}@media all and (max-width: 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class=\"kadence-post-image-intrisic kt-image-ratio-56-25\" style=\"padding-bottom:56.25%;\"><div class=\"kadence-post-image-inner-intrisic\"><a aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\" role=\"presentation\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/travel-blogs\/backpacking-europe-guide\/\" aria-label=\"My Step-By-Step Guide to Backpacking Europe\" class=\"kadence-post-image-inner-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"599\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/planeurope-1024x599.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Nomadic Matt posing for a photo in historic Prague, Czechia\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/planeurope-1024x599.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/planeurope-300x176.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.nomadicmatt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/planeurope-768x449.jpeg 768w, 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