Communist Walking Tour of Sofia Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Center, Sofia, 1000, Bulgaria
location pin icon Sofia
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Overview

Find out what it was like on the eastern side of the Iron Curtain by joining our Communist tour. A 45-year-long period compressed in about 3 hours, including the factors that led to it, its aftermath and how it affects present-day Bulgaria. The main goal is to present this controversial period of Bulgarian history in an objective and informative way. Topics include World War 2, education, healthcare, industry, housing, economics, and culture.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Outside the Palace of Justice, at the corner of Vistosha Boulevard and Alabin Street

End Point

End point

The tour will end next to a piece of the Berlin Wall on the left side of the park of the Palace of Culture.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Sofia Court House
The first stop of the Sofia Communist Tour.
Duration: 10 mins
2. 365 Association Sofia Tours
The Palace of Justice in Sofia is the starting point of the Sofia Communist Tour.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Ancient Orthodox Church Saint Parascheva - the Old "St. Petka"
A hidden church. Religion during the Communist period.
Duration: 10 mins
4. The Presidency Building
The arrival of the Soviet Army in Bulgaria.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Former Bulgarian Communist Party Headquarters
The Largo Complex in the heart of Sofia. Story of the Red Star and Statue of Lenin.
Duration: 10 mins
6. City Garden
The story of the Mausoleum
Duration: 10 mins
7. National Art Gallery
The building of the Former Royal Palace during the early communist days.
8. Soviet Army Monument
Sofia's most controversial monument and graffiti art. Early uprisings against the communist regime.
Duration: 15 mins
9. National Palace of Culture (NDK)
Sofia's biggest communist landmark and a famous cultural hub.
Duration: 10 mins
10. Berlin Wall
Final stop of the tour. The story of how it all ended.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Local guide

Professional guide

Exclusion

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Supplied by 365 LTD

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