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Communist Walking Tour of Sofia
4.9
(783 reviews)
3 hours
Free cancellation
out of 5
783 reviews
About this activity
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.
Half-day Tours
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 25 people
- People per booking
- 1–15
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- 365 LTD
Ages: Children (0–13 years) · Youth (14–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Local guide
- Included: Professional guide
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities
Itinerary
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Sofia Court House
10 min
The first stop of the Sofia Communist Tour.
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365 Association Sofia Tours
10 min
The Palace of Justice in Sofia is the starting point of the Sofia Communist Tour.
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Ancient Orthodox Church Saint Parascheva - the Old "St. Petka"
10 min
A hidden church. Religion during the Communist period.
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The Presidency Building
10 min
The arrival of the Soviet Army in Bulgaria.
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Former Bulgarian Communist Party Headquarters
10 min
The Largo Complex in the heart of Sofia. Story of the Red Star and Statue of Lenin.
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City Garden
10 min
The story of the Mausoleum
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Passing by
The building of the Former Royal Palace during the early communist days.
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15 min
Sofia's most controversial monument and graffiti art. Early uprisings against the communist regime.
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National Palace of Culture (NDK)
10 min
Sofia's biggest communist landmark and a famous cultural hub.
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Berlin Wall
15 min
Final stop of the tour. The story of how it all ended.
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Outside the Palace of Justice, at the corner of Vistosha Boulevard and Alabin Street
End point
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The tour will end next to a piece of the Berlin Wall on the left side of the park of the Palace of Culture.
Using your ticket
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
Good to know
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Children must be accompanied by an adult
Traveller ratings
4.9
out of 5 · 783 reviews
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