Iskar Travel Guide
Sofia
Popular places to visit
Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Alexander Nevski Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Sofia, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
National Palace of Culture
Enjoy an outing to National Palace of Culture during your stay in Sofia. 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.
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.
Bulgarian Parliament
After visiting Bulgarian Parliament, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sofia. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Ivan Vazov National Theatre
Enjoy a show at Ivan Vazov National Theatre, a theatre with a story to tell in Sofia. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Top hotels in Iskar
Sofia Balkan Palace
The entire hotel was AMAZING!!! Everything was wonderful, staff, the car service, breakfast, vicinity of hotel, metro (although, we didn't use; it's right outside the front door) etc. I traveled with my 13-year old daughter and it was situated in a safe location. I highly recommend staying here if ...
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
ART HOTEL 158
The staff were welcoming and helpful. Location excellent. Breakfast great. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel Sofia
Great location, great staff and breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Great room and very clean
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Best Western Terminus Hotel
Great location for transport links. Fab breakfast! Nice room and staff.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Central Hotel Sofia
The room and hotel were really nice, but it was just too noisy and air con wasn't the best. Fridge hummed loudly and tram was too loud outside, maybe be ok if other side of hotel
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Iskar
Mladost
If you're spending time in Mladost, check out sights like Inter Expo and Congress Center or Winter Palace of Sports and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mladost 1 or Business Park Station.
Studentski Grad
Studentski Grad is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Winter Palace of Sports and Hristo Botev Sport Hall.
Oborishte
Oborishte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Serdika Center and Doctors’ Garden.
Lozenets
Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Borisova Gradina Park or Sofia Zoo while you're exploring the area.
Sredets District
If you're spending some time in Sredets District, Monument to the Liberating Tsar and Borisova Gradina Park are top sights worth seeing.
Sofia City Center
Noted for its museums and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Sofia City Center. Top attractions like Slaveykov Square and Sofia City Art Gallery are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Serdika Station or Lavov Most Station to see more of the city.
