Do(s)

• When using the local currency, acquire it from an ATM, as other currency exchange centers might charge extra.
• To avoid a penalty, buy an extra ticket for your luggage in case you decide to travel downtown by bus from the airport.
• If you use a public toilet, buy toilet paper first, as they don’t offer toilet paper.
• Be careful with beggars--some of them can be troublesome or even pickpocket.
• Keep this in mind to avoid confusion: "Yes," is conveyed through shaking the head and a "No," through nodding the head; this is opposite to most practices around the world.
• Keep your wallets and other belongings safe, especially while in crowded places or on public transport.
• Contact the police in an emergency or when lost.
• If you are visiting in winter, bring lots of woolen clothing, as the temperature can drop as low as -5°C.

Don’t(s)

• Don’t visit pedestrian subways located far from the center at night, for the safety reasons.
• Avoid using public toilets, as they might not have proper facilities installed.
• Don’t carry any firearms.
• Don’t trust hotel star ratings, which can often be misleading.
• Don’t expect a smoke-free place as almost everyone smokes.
• Avoid taxis as an alternative means of transportation, as their condition might not be up to the mark.

Sofia nightlife is amazing--with the number of people bar-hopping regularly, the city truly comes alive at night. With few restrictions, the nightclub scene in Sofia has a fun and liberated atmosphere. Bars can serve alcohol around the clock in the city because of lenient licensing laws and parties generally take over the club until 6:00 in the morning. Due to the prevalent ‘Underground’ culture, there are plenty of opportunities to see live music. Thursday, Friday, and Saturday are the best nights to party in Sofia. Apart from going to clubs, one can visit strip clubs in the city which offer drinks at an affordable rate. The strip clubs do not provide sexual services.

• Visit Vitosha Mountain for a beautiful and peaceful experience.
• Visit the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral for a religious and spiritual experience.
• Visit Banya Bashi Mosque to relive the Turkish chapter in the city.
• Boyana Church, one of the UNESCO World Heritage, lies at the base of Mount Vitosha and must be visited.
• Experience opera and ballet in Sofia.
• Sofia’s Puppet Theater is another must-see for families traveling with children.
• Alexander Nevsky Antiques Market is a must-visit for travellers.
• Visit many museums to engage with the city’s culture and history.
• Visit Sofia Live Club to enjoy the city's largest live-music club.
• Enjoy the Underground experience to witness events ranging from classic rock to metal concerts.
• Visit strip clubs for relaxation.
• Visit Raketa Rakia Bar to relive the Communist-Bulgarian era.

• Move your feet along to techno, house, disco, retro and pop music.
• Taste freshly baked cakes and bread at Vila Rosich.
• Go for an air-tour in Sofia.
• Tempus Vini Wine Point serves amazing wine. 
• Serdika Mall gives you an economical shopping experience.
• Go pub-hopping to enjoy Sofia's nightlife. 

Ethnic garments, jewelry boxes, dolls, ceramic plates, Gyuvetch pots, Tsarvuli or Opintsi shoes, rose oil, rakia (local liquor), Martenista (traditional Bulgarian souvenir), Kukeri masks, rugs, gramophone, Russian fur hat, army and war medals, Soviet military watches, hand-knitted socks, communist memorabilia, Bulgarian white cheese, lavender products, traditional and modern Potteries, vintage kitchenware.