Sofia Brutalism and Industrial Tour
This is the first tour in and around Sofia which will give you a unique historical, architectural and sigh-seeing scope towards the socialist and brutalist architecture and the industrial heritage. Amazing views, photography places and alternative sites in the heart of the Sofia valley.




This is the first tour in and around Sofia which will give you a unique historical, architectural and sigh-seeing scope towards the socialist and brutalist architecture and the industrial heritage. Amazing views, photography places and alternative sites in the heart of the Sofia valley.
Itinerary
- Boyana Village · 20 min
The former House 1 of the state residence and architectural complex next to the mountain in late modernist style.
- The Bells (Kambanite) · 30 min
It's the unique park with the biggest collection of bells from all the countries in the world in 1979. The bells were sent to Sofia marking the official event of the UN year of the children with the support of UNICEF and UNESCO
- Kremikovtsi Monastery of Saint George · 20 min
From the hill of the medieval monastery we will observe and explore the abandoned biggest industrial steal site of Kremikovtsi.
- 20 min
Zona Cultura: former industrial, today a culture hub zone in the city of Sofia
- Sofia
1. The thermal power plant which has been converted into a huge artistic canvas. 2. Tram depot which will bring you back in the years of WWII and beyond.
- The Pillars of the National Palace of Culture · 30 min
The biggest brutalist congress center in the Balkans and the best example of the French modernist influence in the socialist architecture. We will reveal its secrets, spaces and semiotics.
What's included
- Private transportation
- All Fees and Taxes
- WiFi on board
- Bottled water
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not included
- Lunch
Meeting point
Just in front of the cathedral you will see the CoolTour van with the logo of the tour.
View on the mapStart time
10:00 · 15:00
End point
Just in front of the cathedral you will see the CoolTour van with the logo of the tour.
View on the mapLanguages
In-person guide: Russian, English, Italian, French
Travellers
- Infant (0–6)
- Child (7–13)
- Adult (14–114)
Options
- Sofia Brutalism and Industrial Tourfrom €40
Pickup included
Start time: 10:00 · 15:00
In-person guide: Italian, French, Russian, English
Additional information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.



