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Vitosha Boulevard

Vitosha Boulevard, locally known as Vitoshka, is Sofia main commercial and pedestrian street, stretching from St. Nedelya Square to the National Palace of Culture. Ranked as the world 22nd most expensive commercial street in 2007, it is often called Sofia Champs-Elysees. The boulevard features high-end fashion boutiques (Versace, Armani, Boss), international brands (Zara, H&M), numerous cafes and restaurants with outdoor seating, and historic Art Nouveau architecture. With the snow-capped Vitosha Mountain visible at the end, it offers a unique backdrop. The street is pedestrian-only between Al...

Practical Information

Updated: Jan 6, 2026

Visit Duration

Minimum1 hours
Recommended1.5 hours
Maximum3 hours

Entrance Fee

Free

Free pedestrian street. Main shopping/dining area. 1km+ long from NDK to St Nedelya

Best Time to Visit

Afternoon for shopping, evening for dining and people-watching. Summer for outdoor cafe culture

Crowd Level

High — many people

How to Get There

Metro to Serdika station (north end) or NDK station (south end). The boulevard connects these two metro stops

What to Expect

A vibrant European pedestrian street with excellent shopping, dining, and people-watching. The mountain views and outdoor cafes create a unique atmosphere.

Connectivity

Wi-Fi
Available

Facilities & Services

shops
restaurants
cafes
bars
benches

Working Hours

Updated: Jan 6, 2026
24 hours
Note

Sofia's main pedestrian street, 24/7 access. Shops, cafes, restaurants have own hours. View of Vitosha Mountain. From NDK Palace to St. Nedelya Church.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Access
Fully accessible

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The boulevard has a mix of high-end boutiques and affordable international chains. Coffee and dining prices are reasonable by European standards. Window shopping is free!

The boulevard is named after Vitosha Mountain, which is visible at the southern end of the street, creating a stunning natural backdrop for the urban landscape.

Travel Tips

Useful tips for visiting Vitosha Boulevard

Walk the full length to appreciate the view of Vitosha Mountain at the end. Great place for coffee and people-watching. Evening atmosphere is livelier than daytime.

Metro to Serdika station (north end) or NDK station (south end). The boulevard connects these two metro stops

A vibrant European pedestrian street with excellent shopping, dining, and people-watching. The mountain views and outdoor cafes create a unique atmosphere.

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Weather

Average temperature by month

Nowweather-5°
49%7 м/с
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Tomorrowweather6°1°
Thuweather6°0°
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4°
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7°
-2°Feb
11°
1°Mar
17°
5°Apr
21°
10°May
25°
13°Jun
28°
15°Jul
28°
15°Aug
23°
11°Sep
18°
6°Oct
11°
2°Nov
5°
-2°Dec

What else to see

Interesting places nearby

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
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Closed
Free
Religious

Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

Saint Sofia Church
-5°
Closed
BGN6
Religious

Saint Sofia Church

National Palace of Culture (NDK)
-5°
Closed
Free
History

National Palace of Culture (NDK)

Boyana Church
-5°
Closed
BGN12
Religious

Boyana Church

Rotunda of St. George
-5°
Closed
Free
Religious

Rotunda of St. George

National Historical Museum
-5°
Closed
BGN10
Museum

National Historical Museum

Vitosha Mountain
-5°
Closed
Free
Nature

Vitosha Mountain