Iskar
Sofia
Popular places to visit
Alexander Nevski Cathedral
Gaze in awe at this magnificent cathedral and step inside to see a fascinating collection of mosaics, murals and religious icons.
National Palace of Culture
This impressive castle-like monument is a multipurpose cultural center that hosts art exhibitions, a film festival and concerts by well-known performers.
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
Admire the architecture of Bulgaria’s national assembly building and attend a parliamentary session at this elegant government building in Sofia’s city center.
Mount Vitosha
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Vitosha during your travels in Sofia. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its spas.
Sofia University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Sofia University during your travels in Sofia. Discover the museums and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses
From Sofia: Full-Day Tour to Plovdiv and Asen's Fortress
Sofia Pub Crawl Tour of The Hidden Unique Bars
Sofia: Rila Monastery & Boyana Church - Audio guided tour
Sofia: City Monuments Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
Sofia: Lovech, Devetaki Cave and Krushuna Waterfalls Tour
Top hotels in Iskar
Montecito Hotel
Excellent place
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025
Grand Hotel Millennium Sofia
Probably the largest hotel room I’ve stayed in, certainly had a wow factor. The hotel itself is impressive with good dining on site. The actual hotel is a little way out of the main shopping and dining streets but still walkable. The staff were a touch clinical and aloof in their manner but I find ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Sofia Balkan Palace
When I check in, the bell boy was very rude
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Rosslyn Thracia Hotel
Fresh delicious breakfast, clean and neat room.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Central Hotel Sofia
Everything was excellent as expected, nice service, breakfast choices, great location and close to Metro.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Sofia
The location is very central, the rooms are huge and very comfortable. The room was very clean and with nice amenities.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
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.
zh.k. Eksperimentalen
While zh.k. Eksperimentalen may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Inter Expo and Congress Center and Sofia Ring Mall.
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 National Museum of Military History.
Lozenets
Unique features of Lozenets include the spas and bars. Make a stop by Sofia Zoo or Borisova Gradina Park 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.
Iskar
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