Vladaya Travel Guide
Sofia
Popular places to visit
Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Gaze in awe at this magnificent cathedral and step inside to see a fascinating collection of mosaics, murals and religious icons.
National Palace of Culture
This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers.
Sofia Central Mineral Baths
You can find out about the history of Sofia with a trip to Sofia Central Mineral Baths. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Vitosha Blvd
During your visit to Sofia, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Vitosha Blvd. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
Bulgarian Parliament
Admire the architecture of Bulgaria’s national assembly building and attend a parliamentary session at this elegant government building in Sofia’s city center.
Vitoshka Boulevard
Stroll along the spacious main shopping street of Sofia and enjoy the mix of heritage façades, renowned retailers, leafy trees and lively cafés.
Top hotels in Vladaya
Sofia Balkan Palace
Room was amazing, very comfortable and the view was incredible. Only a few minor cons. The laundry service is very expensive, the building is on centralized air and in winter won’t allow you to go below 23*C so the room got quite warm, and the bellhops did not offer any help with the luggage on check ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Best Western Terminus Hotel
Close to the main station in Sofia, room was clean and cozy, nice reception and staff.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Sofia
Probably the best hotel in Sofia.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Overall just amazing
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Central Hotel Sofia
Old room, but clean and warm.
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
ART HOTEL 158
Room was clean, friendly staff, offered a free beverage, art is everywhere!! I loved it
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Vladaya
Vitosha District
Vitosha District is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Vitosha and Boyana Church.
Boyana
While visiting Boyana, you might make a stop by sights like Boyana Church and Vitosha Nature Park.
Ovcha Kupel
While Ovcha Kupel may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Museum of History and Boyana Church.
rayon Krasna polyana
Though rayon Krasna polyana may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vitosha Blvd and Sofia Court House.
Dragalevtsi
When in Dragalevtsi, you can plan a visit to Winter Palace of Sports and Paradise Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
g.k. Strelbishte
Though g.k. Strelbishte may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Vitosha Blvd and National Palace of Culture.
