Sozopol, Bulgaria

Sozopol

A peninsula of old wooden houses on the Black Sea.

  • May–Sep
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Sozopol

Day 1

  1. MorningWalk the old town's wooden houses on the peninsula.
  2. AfternoonSwim at one of the town beaches or take a boat to St. Ivan island.
  3. EveningHave dinner with a sea view on the cliffs.

Day 2

Visit Nesebar or the Ropotamo river reserve.

What to eat

Fresh mussels and grilled sprats.

Local tips

Make the most of Sozopol

Beat the crowds

July and August are busy. June and September are calmer and still warm.

Best photo spot

The old wooden houses and the sea from the walls on the peninsula.

Getting there

Buses run from Burgas, about 40 minutes.

Don't miss nearby

The Ropotamo nature reserve and its river.

Good to know

The Apollonia arts festival takes place in early September. The old town has two small beaches.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Sozopol

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Plan your visit

Getting to Sozopol

Getting there

  • Burgas Airport (BOJ)25 km away
  • Varna Airport (VAR)90 km away
  • Varna90 km away
  • Istanbul190 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeMay–Sep
TypeHidden town
Good forCoast, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryBulgaria

Questions

Sozopol: good to know

Is Sozopol worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like the coast and historic old towns. A peninsula of old wooden houses on the Black Sea.

How many days do you need in Sozopol?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Sozopol?

The best time to visit is May to Sep. July and August are busy. June and September are calmer and still warm.

How do you get to Sozopol?

The nearest airport is Burgas Airport (BOJ), about 25 km away. Buses run from Burgas, about 40 minutes.

What is there to see near Sozopol?

Nearby hidden places include Varna (90 km), Veliko Tarnovo (185 km) and Istanbul (189 km).

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