Summer Holidays in Bulgaria: find your perfect rental from just £17 per night!
When planning summer holidays in Bulgaria you are likely curious about which cities and activities are best suited to your needs. We bring you a list of the 5 most iconic cities to explore for a memorable Bulgarian experience.
This city is a well-known Bulgarian summer haven. When opting for summer holidays in Bulgaria, a visit to Varna will include sampling the diverse nightlife and bars. During the day, take a trip to the archaeological museum to see the world's oldest gold treasure or take a tour to see the natural rock formations. Later on, cool off in the sea at the pristine sandy beaches.
The capital city is a testament to its history. Tour the outskirts of the city to see the uniform buildings and Soviet monuments built during the era of Soviet rule. Return to the city centre to see the Serdica Fort remains and the church of St George as well as the wonderfully embellished Alexander Nevsky Cathedral. Spend a day touring Skopje and learn more about Macedonian culture and monuments such as the Skopje Fortress, the Old Bazaar, and Mother Teresa's Memorial House.
Choose to spend your summer holidays in Bulgaria and visit this village to see magnificent examples of renovated old Bulgarian architectural styles. Spend some time in the old schoolhouse which is now an art gallery and see the works from talented artists. Stay and participate in the festivals held in August Dobromiritsa Park, where you will pay homage to Bulgarian folk music and marvel at the traditional costumes.
Stay at one of the top-class Pirin mountain lodges and prepare for your hiking venture into this magnificent mountain range. Choose to hike in the impressive Pirin National Park and see deer and bears amongst the lush firs and pines. Look up at the higher ridges to see mountain goats clinging unerringly to the small ledges with ease. Smell the sweet white flowers of the Edelweiss thriving in the summer sun. Hike up to Vihren, the highest peak, and take in the incredible vista of the entire park, including over one hundred mountain lakes.
Keep the heat at bay and head for Sunny Beach to swim. Try the all-day breakfast or pizza on offer at top-class eateries on the white-painted boulevard. Join a cruise and sunbathe while you take in the view along the coast. At night, sample the Sunny Beach pubs and clubs and get a taste of the local social scene.
| 😎 Quietest month | July |
|---|---|
| 🥳 Busiest month | March |
| 🛏️ Popular accommodation types | House rentals and Apartment rental |
| 🌡️ Warmest weather | August and July |
| 🥶 Coldest weather | -5 °C in January and February |
| 🌧️ Rainiest months | 17 rainy days in May and June |
Holiday lettings are currently available within the average price range of £114 - £117 and discounts of as much as 80%!
Apartment rental in Bulgaria can sleep 4 persons on average, with apartments also available for larger and smaller groups.
Best types of holiday home for Summer Holidays in Bulgaria are House rentals and Apartment rental.