EuroTripr | Bulgaria

Bulgaria is a country with diverse landscapes, historic sites, and rich culture. Known for its traditional music, dance and delicious cuisine, it's an attractive destination for first-time travellers to Europe with growing economy and popular destination for outdoor activities.

Bulgaria is a small country located in the Balkan Peninsula of Europe. The country is known for its diverse landscapes, from the majestic peaks of the Balkan Mountains to the sun-soaked beaches of the Black Sea coast. The country is also home to a number of historic sites and cultural landmarks, including the ancient city of Plovdiv, the medieval fortress of Tsarevets, and the Rila Monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Bulgaria has a rich and diverse culture, with a mix of influences from various civilizations. The country is known for its traditional music and dance, as well as its delicious cuisine, which features a mix of Mediterranean and Balkan flavors. Bulgaria is also home to a number of cultural and historical landmarks, such as the Boyana Church, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the National Palace of Culture, which is the largest cultural center in Southeast Europe.

In recent years, Bulgaria has undergone significant economic and political changes, and the country is now a growing destination for tourists and investors alike. The country has a growing economy, with a number of industries, including agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing. Bulgaria is also a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with a wide range of activities, such as hiking, skiing, and water sports.

Overall, Bulgaria is a fascinating and diverse country with a rich cultural heritage and a growing economy. With its beautiful landscapes, historic sites, and rich culture, Bulgaria is an attractive destination for first-time travelers to Europe.

Current Active Cases: 96,073 🤮
Percent of Population: 1.38%

🎉 There are no COVID restrictions for Bulgaria. 🎉

⚠️ Connected to the EU Digital COVID Certificate (EUDCC), which allows restriction-free travel across all EU and EEA countries following proof of vaccination and a negative COVID test. Many EU countries are now on Bulgaria's red list, however with further requirements for entry.
⚠️ Bulgaria is operating a colour-coded system for international travel.
⚠️ A negative COVID-19 PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before travel is necessary for entry.
⚠️ The country has introduced a 'dark red' category with more stringent requirements for entry.
⚠️ There are no restrictions on travel between cities, and police-operated checkpoints have ceased. The leisure and entertainment sector is either on lockdown or operating at reduced capacity.

👉 View COVID restrictions at Coronavirus.bg

👉 View COVID restrictions at Re-open EU

Last updated Feb 20, 2022

COVID status and restrictions change frequently. Please be sure to research COVID restrictions for Bulgaria on official channels to ensure you have accurate travel information before you plan your trip.

💵 Currency

Lev

🗣 Primary Language

Bulgarian

🔌 Power

230 V, Type C & F plug (2 round pins)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Population

6,927,000

🗺 Land Area

42,855 sq. mi.

📍 Region

Balkans

📆 Average Stay

3.4 days

💁‍♂️💵 Tipping

Yes (10%)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦📸 Tourists per Year

9,300,000

🕺🏻💃 Gender Ratio

🕺🏻 47.2% 💃 52.8%

👶 Median Age

44.6

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Population Density

166 / sq. mi.

🍻 Legal Drinking Age

🚬 Public Smoking

🚭 No

🔫 Guns per capita

6.2

🔪 Murder Rate

1.1 / 100,000

🌧 Rainfall (average)

27.56 in.

📡 Internet Speed (average)

33.5 Mbps

🚕 Best Taxi App

TaxiMe

💳 Cashless

20%

🚰 Tap Water

👍 Safe to drink

💸 VAT Tax

20%

🇪🇺 In the EU

Yes

🛂 Shengen Country

⭐️ Capital City

Sofia

🇬🇧 Speaks English

25%

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🎒💵 Cost per day - Backpacker

$24

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦💵 Cost per day - Family

$90

🏠 Apartment (per night)

$32

🏨 Hotel (per night)

$45

🏠 Apartment (per week)

$230

🏠 Apartment (per month)

$460

🏨 Hotel (per week)

$320

🏨 Hotel (per month)

$960

🌟🏨 Luxury Hotel (per night)

$118

🌟🏨 Luxury Hotel (per week)

$896

🌟🏨 Luxury Hotel (per month)

$3,200

🛏 Hostel (per night)

$13

🛏 Hostel (per week)

$86

🛏 Hostel (per month)

$250

🛏 Accommodations

$45

🏠 Airbnb (per night)

$30

🏠 Airbnb (per week)

$210

🏠 Airbnb (per month)

$600

🍽 DInner (for 1)

$10

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🍽 Dinner (family)

$35

🍲 Food

$19

🍔 Lunch (for 1)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🍔 Lunch (family)

$23

🍳 Breakfast (for 1)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦🍳 Breakfast (family)

$15

☕️ Coffee

🥤 Coca Cola (0.3L)

🥪 Sandwich

🥖 Bread

🍿 Snacks

🍺 Beer (0.5L)

💧 Water (bottle)

🎟 Museum Entry

💁‍♂️💵 Tips

🚎 Transportation

$23

🚕 Taxi Ride

$11

🚌 Bus Ride

👨‍🦽 Accessibility

Ok (3)

🧹 Clean

Tidy (3.5)

🤗 Hospitality

Good (4)

💵 Income Level

Average (3)

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