Short version of the review: Would I return to this hotel - Not any time soon. Would I recommend it to anyone - No Full version: While the hotel facilities are good, in general, the hotel lacks in the service area. The food is mediocre and the "all-inclusive" services are far from a 5-star hotel. A simple example - getting a cappuccino from the lobby bar is a sad affair. If I'm a customer who would be paying the average price of the cappuccino, the barista would make it fresh on a proper coffee machine. But as an "all-inclusive" guest, my choice was limited to a coffee automat drink (the vending machine type, or the usual breakfast coffee machines). Of course, said machine was placed in the lobby bar, so the all-inclusive guests can smell the proper freshly ground coffee while drinking the machine made one with powdered milk. Additionally, bottled water is sold only. If you want water, it's either tap/filtered glass of water, or a purchased bottle. I understand there's a level of financial logic behind this but it just makes the whole experience feel cheap. The devil is in the details, as they say. I sincerely doubt, these cost-saving decisions have such a massive impact on the revenue. On a positive note, the personnel is great and helpful and do their best lessen the effects of some poor managerial decisions.

We stayed here for 2 weeks. The surroundings are really beautiful, both during the day and at night. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about the nights. One night there was a birthday party, and later another celebration that lasted until late hours. I wanted to enjoy peace and relax, but sadly the resort does not match its description. Definitely do not come here if you want peace and quiet. The local elite can do whatever they want here. Also, parking costs 12 leva per day, which is quite a lot if you stay for 2 weeks. It’s a pity. It cannot be compared with the golf resort next to it. I recommend looking at the map and booking the one next door – parking is free and events are not so loud there.

Rooms are big and comfy. The litter is incredible. People are generally nice and smiley. We were room 303 and had issues with the whisky bar below. Music was very loud at midnight and we could not sleep. When calling the reception, they said it will be until 2am. Thankfully, we changed room and were able to sleep correctly. Pool very nice as but was smelling bad (poop) sometimes. Globally nice experience but could have been better, we are quite disappointed.

Very luxurious and might exceed your expectations! The hotel is great for families but also groups of friends and teambuildings. Lots of sport activities, loved the tennis courts, and it's heaven for golf enthusiasts! The outside pool is awesome! It's heated and if you're unlucky enough to get some rainy days, you'd still be happy to feel the rain in the warm clear water ♥️ Be aware! If you are looking for a resort that's close to the beach, the hotel is way up on the coast. Still, there is a shuttle to the beach, which has a smooth entry, soft sand and also an all inclusive bar at your disposal 😏

Initial Impression: As a snack, they served frozen cheese — not even defrosted, let alone cooked. It was cold and horrible. I couldn’t understand how this hotel had a rating above 4 stars. Later Edit: This hotel truly exceeded my expectations. The food is absolutely wonderful — I left the earlier review during lunch, but overall, the experience has been far beyond what I anticipated. The room is clean, and although breakfast and dinner are somewhat repetitive, they are exceptionally tasty and varied. The pool is perfect, with pleasantly warm water — just great. Everyone was smiling — by far the best staff I’ve encountered in 20 years of travel. I will gladly return!

After my stays for 5 nights in lighthouse GC, I have to say i had really great and relax time. Not only for my stay and also for golf. Can be it was not peak season. But still many golfers here day to day. But it was calm and relaxing. Well managed by hotel to serve all purposes of the visitors. I do recognize the services that their service was base on my needs with kindness that i felt warm. Location wise, it was great. I did played in Black Sea Rama and Thracian Cliff. Travel was so easy and close by. However Lighthouse does offer open view and open space in the campus, which is a plus to me. Fine dinning is available in the hotel. Bluefish was charcoal grilled. Taste was excellent. Fish skin was thin and crunchy. Fish oil was well reserved in the meat. Love it. Chicken roulade was very tender and meshed sweet potato tasted very great. I miss the flavour of sweet potato a lot as it is also a common ingredient in my home country. Overall, if you are looking for easy, warm service, relaxing and cozy stay, and golfing day to day, then Lighthouse is definately for you.

The resort is large, with a very big golf course and 3 restaurants serving excellent food. They have 2 Presidential Apartments with private pools on the 5th floor, which are luxurious, spacious, and beautifully designed. The hotel also has a swimming pool on the ground floor for all guests.

The Balchik Botanical Garden is a true paradise by the sea. Spread along the stunning Black Sea coastline, it enchants visitors with an incredible variety of flowers, exotic plants, and lush greenery from all over the world. Every path reveals new colors, fragrances, and perfectly arranged landscapes that invite you to slow down and simply enjoy the beauty around you. The sound of the waves in the background adds to the magic, making this place feel like a dream. It’s not just a garden — it’s a living piece of art, and one of the most peaceful and beautiful destinations in Bulgaria.

1/5 – Very Disappointing Experience at Balchik Botanic Garden- I wish i could be able to give 0 stars I have been visiting the Balchik Botanic Garden every summer for the past 8 years, but this year was extremely disappointing. Visitors are now forced to purchase two tickets—one for the Botanic Garden and one for the Castle—even if they only wish to see the Garden. This policy is unreasonable, especially since the Castle is located on the opposite side of the royal domain, and ticket checks are in place before entering the Castle. There are even separate kiosks for Garden and Castle tickets, which makes this rule even harder to understand. When I explained at the ticket counter that I wanted to visit only the Botanic Garden, I was sold the correct tickets. However, at the security checkpoint, my entry was denied. Worse, one of the guards acted aggressively, even touching me, and staff refused to refund my tickets. I was left with no option but to call the police. Only after this the staff agree to issue a refund. The police officers were professional and polite, but they themselves admitted that this type of incident happens here frequently. It is unacceptable for such a beautiful and important tourist attraction to be managed by poor management, aggressive staff, and unfair ticketing policies. I truly hope that the Ministry of Tourism of Bulgaria investigates this situation and ensures visitors are treated with respect.

You can pay ONLY by cash and you HAVE TO BUY both tickets. Paying is at two separate places. The inside is very beautiful you can walk for hours and take nice photos. The day we went wasn't sunny and it was packed with people inside.

Very nice garden.It calming and the seaview is just amazing.If you are couple it will be more interesting :)

The garden is very beautiful, it worth the price… the castle, no. You can pay only with cash the tickets and you need to buy the tickets from 2 dif places.

Amazing garden, so much species to see, a fantastic view of the sea and so many places to go!

A pathetic experience… I have been to Bulgaria dozens of times so far and we were satisfied. The last time I was there was 5 years ago… We have been to the Botanical Garden and the Castle at least 6 times and we really liked it. Today, we only wanted to revisit the gardens. The people at the entrance are totally unfriendly. The prices are displayed in Leva and Euro but they only accept Leva and only cash. Although they have a POS. They don't want to use it. It reminds me of the old-timey snappers in Romania… Totally unpleasant, like you go back in time in an unpleasant way. However, I should mention that the private people in restaurants, in Balchik, etc., are very kind, you can pay with a card like in the civilized world. As for me, I am deleting Bulgaria from the list for a good while. I recommend you do the same. We should not encourage these habits.. Good day to everyone!

Stefan helps you to find the right wine that is your favourite taste. All the wines I have tasted were delicious, there is a big choice and variety in wines, not only regular wines but also something unusual for wine such as chocolate, sour cherry, pomegranate, tomato wine, garlic wine, hot pepper wine, melon rakia and many more. It’s a very authentic place and it’s the only place in Bulgaria where you can taste such wines. It was an amazing experience for us.

I was really disappointed with my experience at Balcik Queens Winery. I purchased a bottle of rose wine and a bottle of melon rachiu. The rachiu claims to be 38.5 degrees, but after testing it with an alcohol meter, it barely registered 10. I can't speak to the rose since I gifted it, but based on my experience with the rachiu, I won't be returning. Quality control seems to be an issue. Response: Hi Anna, Thanks for the prompt reply! I appreciate your concern about my “alcohol mishap.” I’ll attach a couple of photos to clear things up. One shows the melon brandy with a delightful 10° alcohol content, and the other is my homemade rachiа, clocking in at a robust 40°. Just so you know, I was the one who opened the bottle, so no mix-ups here!

Absolutely amazing winery! Their wine is unparalleled, offering the highest quality I've ever experienced. This place stands out even when compared to international wineries. Highly recommend!

Queen’s Wine Gallery in Balchik is a hidden gem worth discovering. The cozy atmosphere and diverse selection of wines make it a must-visit spot for wine enthusiasts. The knowledgeable staff and charming ambiance create an unforgettable experience. Don't miss the opportunity to indulge in a glass or two at Queen’s Wine Gallery during your visit to Balchik.

An exquisite experience at the beginning of the tour. We got to try different varieties of pure wine and fruit flavoured wines (they have a mix of wine and local fruits - must try the rose and figs!). They also advise you what to try according to your tastes. Oh, and the view is amazing! You can sit here and admire the gardens and the sea.

Free wine tasting in a historic house, worth a visit. The wine is overpriced because it's only available for purchase here. Tasted a great Pinot Noir - Syrah rose blend from 2017, but the others were less remarkable.

A very friendly and interesting tasting experience. A family run winery with a passion for what they do. Try the garlic wine. It will surprise you. Also try the chilli, Tomato & sugarbeet wines. They were very hospitable to us having travelled all the way from New Zealand, and spoke highly of NZ wine. We left with several bottles to try.

If I could give 0 ⭐ I would! I don't know from where to start. Sunbeds and umbrellas were broken and very dirty. The water of the pool was green and discusting, with broken tiles. This place is not safe, there is a real chance you catch some infection. Gross moulded between the tiles, I have never seen such a dirty pool. This place is not maintained for years, they just collecting fees. Not to mention, that when my friends went to one of the slides they got stuck inside and couldn't move, as the slide was dry. One of the employees explained to them that one of the pumps is not working. Many other people got stuck as well. This is also not safe and dangerous. Really disappointed and never coming back again there.

Visited from 11.00 to 1700. Park wasn’t busy and there were sunbeds and umbrellas free. Went on all the adult rides a few times. On one ride got stuck in a tube and following people had to help push us down. Safety wise not good if another tyre came down. On the slide a boy got hit by somebody coming down after him. Staff not very attentive playing on their phones while watching attractions are unsafe. Staff allowing small children to go on rides below the minimum height restriction too. Totally no checks being made. Food prices were equivalent to those around the area however drink prices were high. They have paid lockers for 8 leva. Lots of people holding onto the tyres throughout the day rather than letting people have them after use. My advice is get in when the park opens and get a decent sunbed location and a tyre and make tye most of the rides over and over again while you have a tyre.

Not worth the price if you've already been to other water parks. The Baileys iced coffee blew me away in terms of value for money.11,50€

The Aquapark is nice. However the rides for adults are limited and the waiting line for some rides is quite long. The kids areas are quite nice and more various than other aqua parks. Overall worths a try.

The children's zone was closed, the lady at the ticket office informed us and said that children up to 120 cm enter for free. Despite this, she counted a normal amount for a child below 120 cm. We only oriented after a few hours checking the bank account. We didn't have a receipt because we either didn't get it or threw him into the trash. We had an account statement, but we were not returned to the money. In addition, the offer of the slide is poor. I do not recommend.

This park is amazing, it is located in Albena resort, 30min from Varna Town. We had an amazing day with the kids. Price is 43lv per adult and 20lv per child if under 120cm. Parking is very convenient and close. You have slides 🛝 and entertainment from the very little to the very biggest. Nice slides and equipment. Kids had an amazing day. I recommend 👌 👏 👍

A lot of people. Was there on August 6-th, 2025. There are only a couple of interesting rides for adults and that is why the waiting lines there are 15-25 minutes long. Single inflatable donuts were scarce. The kids were pretty happy

As good as the show was i would never go back as the dolphins are in a small tank and never seem to have a break if the shows not on you can see them from the cafe swimming with tourists in their small tank. The tank is far too small for one dolphins let alone 5 I really hope they have somewhere else to swim and not just what we saw. Coming down the stairs we saw a tiny tank that had some seal hope that is not there home too that it was just being cleaned or something.

Short show duration for the price with bad sound quality to listen speak from moderator. The dolphins have small water area I think. For the price the place not too much clean. Toilets are small and dirty. For the price pro. Kid's enjoy program, but I think that for the price is service not to adequate.

Dolphinarium Varna is a fun and family-friendly attraction that offers a chance to see dolphins up close in an interactive and entertaining show. The facility is clean and well-maintained, with seating arranged to give everyone a good view of the performance. The dolphins are clearly well-trained and perform a variety of impressive tricks — from flips and synchronized jumps to painting and playful interactions with trainers. The staff are friendly and ensure visitors have a pleasant experience, while also emphasizing dolphin care and conservation. The show itself is about 45 minutes long — just the right duration to keep both adults and kids engaged. After the show, visitors can take photos with the dolphins (for an extra fee) or enjoy refreshments at the small café nearby.

A great place to visit, especially for families. Absolutely worth the extra money for the VIP area as the seats are much more comfortable and well spaced, this also gives you the best views. The show is presented in Bulgarian and English, approx 45-60 mins. After the show check out the cafe with a view into the dolphin tank.

A great experience for children and adults. The dolphins are playful and perfectly trained- you get the feeling from the whole performance that they are enjoying the show too. A wonderful performance , definitely worth a visit, thank you!

The whole family enjoyed it. I really recommend it. The attraction is interactive – they try to involve the audience. Wow, congratulations! Now you only need to hire a manager for the “café” and fix the reputation of this place too.

Was suddenly in tears after the first few minutes, so was my wife. Don't know why, but the dolphins (which are truly extraordinary) made me very emotional, and I'm usually the most careless dude ever. The show takes about 35-40 minutes. It's amazing since it is also very interractive with the public. Price was 30bgn/adult, kids under 2 free We went for the show at 15:30. There's no parking there. You can arrive by car/cab, but you can't leave your car parked there (although there would be a few spots available in front of the dolphinarium). Please park in the Municipality Parking (13 mins away walk, 2 mins away by car).

I visited it on March 14 2025, and it went back the next morning. It is the most beautiful coastal park that I have ever visited. It is about 2-km long. I am so glad that Varna has kept the prime piece of land for public access.

Huge park along the seaside, great for walks, sports and any activities, beautiful nature! Could be nice to have more coffee shops.

Walk amongst nature with a view of the Black Sea and beautiful flowers and trees. Very wide walkways with room for walking, cycling and resting on the many sitting benches. Numerous plaques and monuments to honor the past and endless flowerbeds to liven up the present.

Worth a visit to take a nice long stroll along the many foot paths. The naval museum is a good visit to see military articles from a few decades ago. DO NOT park anywhere that is not allowed (not even for a few seconds to drop of a mommy and her sleeping baby), the traffic police is quick to pounce and do not take any excuses, then your day is spoiled trying to find a place to pay the ticket. Varna city have nice beach areas and harbour but the rest reflects very much the pre-1989 era.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One of the most beautiful places in Varna! 🌊🌳 Sea Garden is pure happiness — full of fresh air, peaceful walks, and stunning green nature everywhere. The paths are clean and wide, perfect for walking, jogging, or biking 🚴. The view of the sea from the park is magical and refreshing, especially during sunrise or sunset 🌅. Every time I visit, I feel recharged, relaxed, and grateful for such a wonderful fresh air. Highly recommended for families, couples, or anyone who wants to enjoy nature at its best. ❤️

Pretty big, lots of space and entertainment. Clean and cosy. Food courts, playgrounds, zoo and even dolphins. We enjoyed it.

It's a wonderful place to visit, it's very whimsical and beautiful, it's calm and the trees are big, the river is beautiful and the elk statue is my favorite spot in Varna, the view of the sea is wonderful too, just amazing overall

Amazing blast from the past. Besides thousands of antique items from the Soviet era, there is an impressive car collection. Each of the vehicles is perfectly restored and displayed. Very recommended

Great experience, great old cars and old stuff. You can easily waste 1 or 2 hours there and enjoy them. Next to it is a wax museum containing Bulgarian and international celebrities.

Don't be fooled by the car pictures into thinking that this is ONLY a car museum. There are so many household items like hygiene products, toys, musical instruments, televisions, cigarettes, desserts used and consumed by the people in those times. This museum is a travel to the past! I have to say that the price is a bit expensive.

What a fascinating place. I wouldn't call it a museum necessarily, but the collection of cars and everyday items from the communist times in Europe (not much from Asia). If you're a fan of the history of ordinary things and people, this is the place. I probably could've spent hours here, but the air conditioning was not the best so it got a bit stuffy in there. They also play music from the era which is great for the atmosphere. The wax museum is meh, I personally would skip it. Not worth the extra money. There's also a great selection of magnets in the gift shop. I had a hard time choosing ones that I liked.

An amazing museum that takes you back in time. Growing up in the communist times sure brings back a lot of nostalgia and memories. The collection it's just amazing, all the pieces in very good condition and the atmosphere is great. Worth all the money and definitely it's a no miss attraction in Varna!

BGN 30 entry. Large collection of beautifully restored communist era cars, toys and some homewares. Sadly, the music was too loud, none of the car brand names were displayed in English (despite having car info in four languages), and many information displays were blank. There was also no history of, for example, the Soviet car industry and wether people living under communism could actually afford to own or run cars.

Good museum, cool cars and a lot of household objects from the solviet era. Everything was clean and well taken care of, tha cars were fully restored and they had mirrors underneath so you could see the underside. The price was fair (30 leva) The giftstore was lacking a little but all in all very good museum👍👍

I didn't have many expectations before my visit, but I must sincerely say that it is one of the best historical / archeological museums I have seen so far! Very well curated, a lot of objects on display, a lot of information (all of it in Bulgarian and translated into English). I stayed there 4 hours to really enjoy the whole permanent and temporary exhibition. Ticket price is 10 BGN. Cards accepted.

Great museum with lots to see inside! Our guide from the museum was excellent, she gave us a good idea of the history and customs of this beautiful country. Housed in this museum is a gold treasure from Varna Necropolis (4600-4200BC), as well as many other interesting artifacts, such as the remains of the original basilica in Varna.

What a magnificent place. Ten lev entry fee and a couple of hours later your brain is crammed full of the complete history of Varna and Bulgaria. Some really interesting little tales to tell and some excellent artifacts. I like all the gold! An absolute must visit!

The most interesting museum in Varna. Absolutely recommend for visiting for everyone who will stay in Bulgaria. You can find there exhibits from paleolithic age!, exhibits from Varna Eneolith necropolis, there are two floors to explore! And of course, you can find there the most precious exhibits like golden earrings with the image of goddess Nikki from the 4th-3rd century BC.

Verdict: museum with solid exhibit items, good narratives, well-thoughtout route and theme planning for exhibitions, up-to-date museography, complete Bulgarian-English labels and signs -- one of the few museums in Bulgaria that is able to do so. Highly recommend visiting! Details: two floors of exhibitions along very long wings in many rooms, so be prepared to walk. Ordered chronically, each room has complete English texts to introduce the origin and discovery story around the artifacts, and some particularly important or interesting artifacts have their own narratives, also in both Bulgarian and English. There are lots of archeology and historical background info to help you appreciate what you are seeing, and to grasp the long and layered history of Varna and its surrounding regions, and to get a sense of how this place has evolved over millennia. There's no map of the museum at the ticket desk or elsewhere, but the rooms are arranged and laid out clearly enough in chronical order, so just follow each room's entry and exit, then a route will emerge naturally to take you through Varna's history and every room in the museum. Some rooms may have a temporary, thematic exhibition mounted so the chronical route through rooms may be interrupted at some point (there was a temporary exhibition when we visited) but the route returns after the temporary exhibition rooms. Basically just keep walking to and from each room, and you won't miss anything. Facility is update in most rooms with minimal glare glass cases and in-case lighting. Temperature control is in-place as well, at least on the first floor. Protips: - most interesting or impressive stuff, such as craft gold pieces from 5th millennium BC, is on the first floor. - there's an inner courtyard you can hang out or chill at. - you can pay by card.

The museum exhibits Europe’s oldest gold, found near Varna. Its inside yard is a lovely outdoor venue for festivals, such as this music event.

This museum is absolutely a “must see” in Varna! Yes, there are many things to see and do here, but the holdings of this museum are exceptional and it’s well worth the time to learn Varna’s history. The displays are so well done, and the artifacts themselves of high quality. You’ll start with pre-history and work through two floors to the Middle Ages. There are a number of collections: a coin collection that is world class, a stunning icon collection, and fabulous Greek, Thracian, and Roman artifacts. There’s also a very cool exhibit on underwater archaeology. You can do this museum quickly, but taking the time to read the info boards (Bulgarian and English) will provide an excellent overall history of Varna and Bulgaria. It’s a shame there were only a few of us there today! This museum is a real treasure! Just go!

A must visit attraction in Varna city even if you are not religious. A beautiful cathedral with artwork and history worth admiring.

I was traveling around the city, when stumbled upon this beautiful monument. Snuck inside, there was some bollards on the entrance. Would not recommend to enter a church with shorts!

Lovely building and great to see on my visit Be careful with the taxis outside as some drivers try to swap Lev for Belarus Rubles (not advisable to do)

A masterpiece of sacred architecture. The sheer scale, the elegance of the details, and the overwhelming sense of peace inside made this visit unforgettable. I felt both humbled and inspired.

This beautiful church has been wonderfully restored recently. Both the exterior and the interior are remarkable. A ‘must see’ place to visit when in Varna! Highly recommended!

A perfect example of the local religious place where you definitely stop breathing while looking upward. Such a charming interior full of paintings, frescas and motives. Even as an atheist you can feel the deep atmosphere inside. Our little children stopped for a moment staring at the beauty. The option of purchasing a candle at the entrance door which lures for setting it on fire on behalf of your (deep/secret) wish. The entrance is free of charge, so don't hesitate to step in.

One of the great attractions in Varna, do visit it and you will enjoy a peaceful time there.

Really good, thoroughly enjoyed myself. Plenty of nautical artifacts from throughout history, loads of info about the maritime history of Bulgaria and Varna's place within it. Some really interesting things to see and all the exhibits are labelled and explained in Bulgarian and English. Good for a couple of hours

Super cool museum for anyone interested in Bulgarian naval history or just naval matters in general. Neat little military park with various ordnance and pieces of weaponry as well as a few boats. Inside there a numerous exhibits covering all aspects of Bulgaria’s naval history from Roman era, to steam power, the great wars, and the modern day. Military personnel get in free and the park is easily accessible for children and English speakers. Easy way to spend an hour!

Interesting visit today to the museum of naval history in Varna. I liked the outdoor area which has some cool exhibits, Naval weaponry, boats and helicopters. The indoor part of the museum was clean and well kept and had some uniforms and other items from Bulgarias history. The Entrance ticket was around 8leva and I spent around an hour there. Also a large ship outside which is possible to tour for an extra fee but I chose not to.

Very interesting collection of artifacts. You can pay a bit extra and go in the Druzki boat which took part in the Balkan war.

Verdict: informative exhibitions, sensible route planning, but outdated museography and mediocre facility are hard to ignore. Recommended for an hour or two if you are interested in military history, naval history, or Varna and Bulgaria's coastal cities evolution. Details: one building and one garden for two sections of the museum. In the building there are 2 floors of indoor exhibitions, in the garden it's the outdoor exhibitions. Indoor focuses on Bulgarian naval history that span from Greco-Roman times to late 20th / early 21st century, with lots of historical items including photos, documents, uniforms, books, medals, naval instruments, ship models, and artifacts (e.g. swords of important personalities, lighthouse mirrors and lights from late 19th and early 20th century, flags and other insignia). About 80% of labels and board texts are also in English. The curation of items is fairly good, but the presentation -- high glare glass cases, arbitrary and inconsistent lighting, pale font that's hard to read already, then low contrast between font and background colors -- needs major improvement. Outdoor exhibitions have historical ships, helicopters, anchors, artillery, etc. laid out in the garden around the building, and you can go onboard and inside one of the ships (Druzki) there for an extra amount, 6 BGN if memory serves. The staff is professional and helpful for the most part. We spent almost 2 hours there looking at every exhibit item in the building and in the garden. The Druzki ship is rather small and desperately needs cleaning so we didn't go in. Protips: - You can pay for tickets by card. - The ticket office sells not only small souvenirs like postcards and fridge magnets, and also thematic catalogues of the museum's whole collections. If you are interested in specific niche topics in Bulgarian naval history, these catalogues would be a good starting point. - The exhibitions focus on the Bulgarian military navy, not the merchant navy, so if history of the Bulgarian merchant navy is your jam, this might not be the place. - The museum is right by the Sea Gardens, a major leisure spot for locals and tourists alike, so make sure to plan that into your itinerary to the museum.

Very nice indoor and outdoor display of Bulgarian military navy and aviation

The museum feels haphazardly put together. They damaged historical value with bad paint jobs. It's worth visiting if you keep your expectations moderate. The price is reasonable, but the saying "You get what you paid for" applies.

Food is very nice, but service was slow and not organized. First they told us to sit on one table, then another waiter asked us to move to another table, overall the first 15-20 minutes no one took our order really. Other than that it is a great place for teambuildings and big noisy gatherings, big opeb space, lots of green around. Only if you're looking to have a nice, peaceful dinner - probably that ain't the best place from Friday to Sunday because around 7-8 pm the music starts blasting quite loud.

A great traditional style restaurant in beautiful surroundings. Petting zoo for the kids and a good play area. Ample parking. Great selection of meals, salads and bread. Many nights featuring live music. Highly recommended

This is a nice authentic restaurant with wonderful outdoor space, playground, and beautiful views. We paid a package price for dinner, room for the night, and breakfast. Food was excellent, price was reasonable, and service was fast and friendly. They also had live music on Friday night. Sleeping accommodations were available but rooms could use some improvement. AC units are old and loud, only one towel per person is provided, which is understandable, given the fact that people usually only stay overnight. Nothing but very basic amenities like soap and shampoo is to be expected. Breakfast was also included in the package. We got a big piece of banitsa and a cup of yogurt - typical Bulgarian breakfast, and very tasty. Overall, it was a very pleasant experience, and I would recommend it!

A really nice place.The complex includes a hotel part, a restaurant, a playing area for kids and also a super small zoo part (bunnies, pigeons and some more). There is a great really big yard, super green and also a small fishing area (a small lake). There are many many flowers everywhere and many sculptures as well! The food is good and really delicious, but a bit pricy! Service is excellent! Recommend it!

The place is very beautiful. There are pool, mini golf, animals, playground for kids. But the service is bad, all the rooms and facilities need small repairs that are not done and are spoiling the good place. For example, the AC was leaking inside the room, the water in the toilet was not stopping at all, the pool was missing tiles, mini golf had grass inside the golf fields, etc. Also the prices in the restaurant were high enough and do not correspond to the food quality and service.

Such an amazing evening! We came here for dinner (try the "parlenki") and we were not disappointed. The food was delicious, there was live music and a great view of the hills. I would definitely like to come back here and stay for a few peaceful nights. Highly recommended!

Here's the place where you may enjoy the small village atmosphere with the kids playing outside, whilst you may have a walk or just a drink. It may get busy during the weekend if the weather is nice. Good "local" food and drinks in an "old house" restaurant, but you have to be patient as the service may take a time. Few separate houses are forming the hotel site that offers simplicity and privacy...

A remarkable natural "wonder of the world" right next to the main road. The salesperson speaks German, English, and Polish. Parking and restrooms are available. It's worth a visit.

Fantastic formation…this is just a very small piece of the whole structure, feels like you are on another planet…and something mystique is flying in the air. Much more foreign visitors than Bulgarian. The man and woman at the welcome boot are very polite, and if time available they will provide a very interesting information about the formation!

This place is amazing. If you go to Varna or nearby then definitely visit it. It’s so cool to walk around and try to work out what all these structures are and how they got here. They are hollow so they seem to be fossilised trees of some sort, maybe they were underwater 50 million years ago, maybe there was a flash flood, maybe a volcano covered them in ash? Why are they all the same height. Were they covered in coral? Seems like the floor level was above these fossils at some point. So intriguing!

We just visited the free area because the cost for the tickets wasn't clear and the view wasn't promising nothing very impressive. The rocks formation is very impressive indeed but they look all the same... It make sense to visit if you spend 1 week in Varna.

Looks like a scene from Mars. If you come early like before 9-10 am there is nobody to ask you to pay for tickets, otherwise the entry for adults is 5 leva, 3 leva for kids

Great old place with strong positive energy! Every stone is unique, the sand is very soft and pleasant, most likely this is the bottom of an ancient sea

The Stone Forest, known as Pobiti Kamani, is a unique natural rock phenomenon located near Varna, Bulgaria. It features towering stone columns, some reaching up to 7 meters high, scattered across the sandy terrain like a petrified forest. This mysterious site, shaped by natural processes over millennia, offers visitors a fascinating landscape for exploration, photography, and a deep connection with nature’s wonders.

Picturesque medieval fortress at the rocky edge of the Provadia plateau. Worth to climb some stairs on the way up.

Be sure to stop by this wonderful place if you're in the area! It won't take more than 30 minutes, but the breathtaking view from the fortress will be absolutely worth it.

The views are amazing its an easy place to reach. On top there are no ruins except the gate but the plateau its nice to be hiked. It's about an hour of a hike to do it all

A wonderful place with lots of history. If only the visitors did not throw litter and kept it clean…

This place is only worth for the views you get from the top of the hill. For most part the ruins aren’t that well maintained with lots of wild vegetation. There is more than one entrance but you will always have to do some climbing to reach the top. Depending on the weather ( really hot) might be a little challenging. If you are in the area might be worth a stop to check it out, otherwise would skip it.

Nice place on the plateau with great views all around

Google maps takes you right to the entrance where you can park your car, pay for the tickets and start going up the stairs to the fortress. Beautiful view from the top, and super recommended. Worth the climb. Took us about an hour to complete the whole thing. Price for adults - 4 leva Price for students - 2 leva

We booked 10 rooms at Salla Estate for a group of 20 people, with breakfast included, for 3 nights. Unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing: The so-called “surprise dinner” turned out to be a fixed portion (salad + fish or meat), served without any options, at a price much higher than in good restaurants in Bulgaria where we could actually order what we wanted. We were also served rakia and wine without being asked if we wanted them. Breakfast was the worst we have ever encountered: just a few tasteless doughnuts, croissants, a plate with jam, and a piece of tomato. Later they brought some fried eggs and cheese, but with the absurd restriction of “only one egg and one slice of cheese per person.” On one morning, the yogurt was watered down. The service was rude: when one colleague asked for a glass of water, he was told he would only get water if he ordered something else from the bar. The horse-riding activity, which was promised and scheduled, never happened – the staff didn’t show up and stopped answering the phone. In conclusion, the price–quality ratio was disastrous, and the staff’s attitude was disrespectful. Definitely not recommended.

Such a nice place and amazing service all round. Not to mention the delicious wines. Highly recommend to visit if in Bulgaria and looking for vineyards to stop by.

If you are looking to get away from the bustle of the city and enjoy homemade food and excellent wine, this is the place.  Clean and unpretentious accommodation, welcoming hosts and the great cooking and service of Diana. The horses, greenery and fresh air are just a bonus. Will come back for sure!

We came without reservation, but we were welcomed and had a great tour around the estate with the owner. Very sweet man! And the tasting was done with the son, who spoke great English and we learned a lot of things about wines. They both were super nice, warm and smiley people! Big recommendations to visit their estate, horses and do the tasting tour. But make a reservation first!! 🫡

That’s an absolutely lovely place - do it

Great food and wine, excellent service!!!

Top wines

Very nice experience! The staff were really good, professional, and friendly. We paid a fair price overall, and it was worth it considering the number and variety of animals we saw. My child really enjoyed the visit! A great feature was the chance to feed the animals ourselves. Although the food (like cabbage and fresh fruits) came at an extra cost, it was absolutely worth it. Most zoos of this size either don’t allow feeding or make it very expensive — here it was affordable and fun. Overall, one of the best zoo experiences in the area. Thank you!

Mini zoo in the vicinity of a forest. Nothing extraordinary. Just a few animals, lots of rabbits and hens. Plus a few monkeys, some ponyes. The wooden infrastructure where animals live seem to be very old and not taken care of. The mix sensation of wild and abandoned, but not in a good sense. There is a mini playground for kids and also the option to buy food to feed the animals yourself (2 extra leva). The parking across the road is very filthy, with human feces and scattered toilet paper. Plus plastic bottles. Not worthy for stopping.

After the founder's deth in 2021 seems to be a little bit abounded. May be some day will close after all.

Old but beautiful! This zoo in Bulgaria has a nostalgic charm and is full of character. A peaceful place with well-kept animals — truly worth a visit

Nice zoo, though it's rather old and shabby but it has good vibe. Animals look healthy and are not afraid of humans. Definitely recommend buy some food to feed the animals at the entrance (2 BGN = 1 EUR per packet). We will definitely visit again in the warmer times. PS: Beware of dog poop near geese pond, LMAO

This is a really nice rustic zoo! A good variety of animals, lots of areas to sit and have a picnic and play areas for children. The animals appear to he well looked after, with an abundance of food. Animals are happy and engage with visitors. My wife was particularly happy that a monkey held her hand. Really affordable for a family to visit this little petting zoo, under'2's are free, 2-12years is 4 Lev and adults / 12+ is 8 Lev. I really liked how most enclosures / benches and fences appear to be made out of re-used wood / branches. There is also lots of shade as you walk around, with the majority of enclosures and walkways protected by tree cover. To conclude, a really nice small petting zoo, that offers visitors a low cost afternoon out where you do not need to worry about the health of the animals. Have included a few pictures from our visit, including the hand-holding monkey.

The swings are wide enough for me to fit in. A monkey grabbed my finger What’s not to like?! Nice and shaded. Animals seem well kept. You can feed them cabbage or corn. 8 lev for adults.

We arrived towards closing and we were allowed entry. We enjoyed thinking about thr people that lived here. The restoration is so and so, but the old settlement was impressive, particularly through the winemaking.

Nice little walk through some historic excavations. It was really interesting as it was only discovered in 2009-2013. 5 Lev entry (and a very friendly cat may join some of your experience. Also it is on the coastline with fantastic views across the bay (as seen in the photos). It was very quiet, we went around 10am and were the only visitors. (Video of the cat host included)

I liked it. But it could be made more interesting. With more information, more photos & info about the excavation sites, more detailed history of the ancient area & this ancient village. You can see the efforts people put to keep this place open & running. But it is not enough. There are so many good examples around the world, of how this could be done better. I don't understand the Bulgarian mentality to try to "discover the hot water". You can take inspiration or ideas from good practices & successful places around the world.

Beautiful and well-maintained ancient fortress with a lot of history behind it!

Lots of history being uncovered in this area, worth a stop. Entrance fee was 5 LEV, got a bag of fresh figs for 2 extra. Not sure if the dig is continued or not, saw a bunch of shovels but no workers.

Very interesting national archaeology site

It is a limited area but the church from the Early Christian Times is nice to see. Also the view is whorty.

Just a flew slides are good, but the rest not. A really small park with not a lot of activities. Maybe a better place for families. The bracelets they give you at the entrance slide off from your hand easily and get lost. Then you have to pay extra money for the lost bracelet. The "dressing rooms" were horrible and no lockers anywhere. They charged us more for the locker and it was on the other side of the park than the dressing rooms. The locker room smelled so bad that you had to hold your breath when you went in. Also they give you an actual key for it and you have to carry it along everywhere. The whole park was so outdated and poorly made. The slides also give you bruises and it hurts like hell.

Close to the beach and the rest of the main resort. There was no long queuing for the attractions. There were plenty of sun beds available for all guests. It is well catered place with food options for different tastes. Children love it. Highly recommend it.

At the entrance, your bag is checked to make sure you don't have any water or food with you, they just touched the bottom of your bag. The slides were not crowded ( at the end of august), maybe after 2 pm . Prices: entrance 67 leva / adult, Frappe 8 leva, Cola 0.5l 6 leva

Hardly any queues at the slides, so 3 hours is enough to ride them all twice, they really should offer a half day ticket, as the entrance fee is quite steep! Or in the entrance fee maybe include 1 picture, which are taken throughout your visit. Best place for a nap I found stretching out on a double boat alone, nicely out of the water and super comfy with a slight to and from rocking. Online tickets are pointless, as they are same price as at the cash desk, only useful, if you have a coupon, which can only be redeemed online. But keep in mind you have to make a screenshot of the booking number, as they don't sent any confirmation email.

Awesome day,,not very busy, end of season so all restaurants etc closed but ticket price included the use of the all inclusive hotel for the day so had a great massive lunch and free drinks. The water was very cold but soon get used to it 👌

The price is expensive. Unjustified Paying for the locker in cash too Only one or two of the staff at the slides were nice, the rest were not Bad attitude towards the children and yelling at the children unjustly. No professional first aid service No health insurance for injuries Despite the expensive price. If you are a local or speak a local language, they let you bring in food and drinks from outside. The complex needs to be renovated, expanded and improved. Because I visited six years ago, it's the same thing. The cashier was nice Hope the situation will change for the better

Really enjoyed it, 10 year old had lots of fun, went a friday in August, minimal queues, got slightly busier between 2 and 4, food was reasonably priced approx £10 for a burger meal, must try are the corn on the cobs, really healthy snack,

Get in and head to the small cabin Infront of the bungee to buy your tokens. Reasonable prices. Everyone who works here is friendly and the chap on the big bungee is great with the kids they will have a blast. It connects onto the shopping strip which is great for all your clothing bags and so on . You can pretty much spend a night here and in the surrounding area just wandering eating the various street foods and getting your feet nibbled by fish. Be vigilant like anywhere there are pickpockets amongst the crowds so avoid things in back pockets or open top bags. Enjoy

What a great place for family fun full of attractions, fast food stalls, restaurants and little souvenir shops. There are many restaurants with a menu for children offered together with a colouring sheet. If staying in a more distant residence, use a little train (sunny beach train= SBT). It's main point is definitely their Russian wheel 🛞 which serves also as a meeting point. A little piece of advice for parents: don't visit this park (or rather the close street) at the beginning of your holiday stay 😜😁 The adjacent beach is extremely overcrowded even within the first September week (after the school year start). In case you wish to have a calmer spot, find other beacher (Kiko, Cacao).

We visited the amusement park in June and had a great time! The overall atmosphere was fun and enjoyable, especially for the kids – they loved every minute of it. One big plus was that the waiting times weren’t long, which made the experience even better. However, some of the prices for individual attractions felt quite high. For example, throwing balls at cans cost 20 BGN, while bungee jumping was only 10 BGN, and the sparkly bumper cars were 9 BGN. It would be great if the pricing was a bit more balanced. Still, the park offered lots of smiles and good moments – definitely worth a visit if you're nearby!

Pretty decent. If you get the adrenaline package. Gives you cheaper tickets for 4 of the main rides. 49lv worked out at £22. If you visit at around 7pm there's not much for queuing either.

It's a fun place, decent amount of attraction, not too crazy, not expensive.

The drop tower was amazing — super fast and a great thrill, plus really cheap for the experience. The booster was the highlight: very exciting, extremely intense, and definitely worth trying. Prices overall felt quite fair. The only letdown was the roller coaster, which was really mid — shaky and not very extreme compared to the other rides.

Disgusting old place with very outdated ride machines. Scary house - We asked the man and woman owners at the entrance if an 8-year-old girl could go into the scary room, and a they said yes. We bought two tickets, but as soon as the girl opened the door, she started crying. When we asked to return the enterence tickets (chips), they refused. The girl was still crying, and instead of helping, they shouted at us and threatened us and touch us. Don’t go to this dirty place where people lying to get money from you! Shameless people. 🤢

So different to other churches I have seen. It was a weird style and very interesting design. Worth a visit if you in Old Nessebar. Gardens are well maintained as well.

Old derelict church of an interesting design in the old province.

Nice place, must see if you are around. Too bad it's not better known. I ran into it by mistake. The church is locked up, you can't go inside, but even so it is hard not to like it

Nice looking old church. Reminded me of some video game.

Beautiful church

Nice church , which unfortunately can not be entered .

beautiful

Only ruins remain but is beautiful place to go and enjoy the culture, was quite busy in the area and surrounded with small markets and shops. You don’t need to spend so much time walking around to see everything, there are no restrictions on viewing the ruins and it’s free to view.

I love this old town it is so picturesque. Just lose yourself meandering true the cobble streets and find the old ruins

Absolutely amazing all sides of this ancient city!!!

Free to roam around old town. Within walking distance, you can get across the town. Nice medieval atmosphere around. Recommend to use ChatGPT as tour tour guide to learn more about what you see around you

A bit overcrowded, but a nice place to sit, relax and take a look at some local shops and products!

Simply beautiful, historic and away from the tourists

Beautiful! The ruins are beautifully preserved and you can walk around them nicely. The environment also affects the feeling. It's worth going at night when it's lit up. It's so romantic!

Really nice place, crowded, but it’s a visited/touristic spot thus this was expected. We really liked the streets and arhitecture, we went there everyday to discover something new. Nice to take walks and see the old buildings and ruins. We ignored the shops with souvenirs as they could kind of ruin the vibe. Totally one of the nicest places from the Bulgarian sea side resorts

If you want to visit the old town to see nice and unique architecture and ancient style streets - don't bother. Plenty of tables selling all kinds of cheap colourful plastic stuff... toys hanging everywhere, very crowded... especially if you are visiting with kids - you could not see any architecture.

Old Nessebar is a nice little isle for a sight seeing trip during a holiday at Sunny Beach Bulgaria. Nice historical place with some authentic old architecture and plenty of toerist shops. Also seem to have regular interesting activities during summer.

I did not spend the night in the old town, but I have bought souvenirs from various shops. It is very beautiful, the prices are OK and the personnel was very polite and helpful. It was a worthwhile experience!

Very bad expensive. Refrigerator is not connected to the permanent electricity of the hotel. It is connected to your room key. Means when you are out, the refrigerator doesn't work. The worst hotels in the world don't work like that. The size of WC is tiny: 22x26 cm!!!! It is a torture using the WC. The blankets have no cover and when I asked for that, they simply ignored me. Never again this place. Never.

The whole island a massive tourist trap. We managed to find only two streets that were not flooded with booths selling unrelated crap (Lafufu dools, Pokemon key rings, Brainrot towels). The vendors cover the houses with accessories that have nothing to do with the place. People use loudspeakers to promote their stuff. Some walk up to you trying to sell you some jewelry. My whole family were disgusted. We came for UNESCO sites and we're badly disappointed.

If you are staying nearby a visit to Old Nessebar is a must. We stayed in Sveti Vlas and got the boat over, which was nice too. It's a nice relaxed environment with some great history and nice places to eat too. We went in June and was told it got really busy in July and August, with narrow streets it could get very crowded.

Incredible piece of History ! The most ornated church built in the 13-14th centuries. Well preserved and stands out with its still visible glory !

A stunning monument and amazing place you definatelly need to see if you plan to visit Nessebar.

It was established in the 14th century. The church was not consecrated. According to the legend one of the workers lost his life during construction so this place cannot be used for worship.

Unbelievebal church architecture

A beautiful monument. One of the many must see places in Nessebar.

Beautiful location. The town of 40 churches is defenetly worth seeing!

A lovely church over looking the sea. The views from here are stunning. A must for any trip.

The lines at the slides were really long, but it is what it is, If you want to try the biggest ones you need to wait at least an hour which really exhausting. The paying system is good with the watch what they give you at the entrance, the park itself is really nice. Good staff.

Absolute stunning place 😀 everyone is so friendly, the water resistant wrist bands are a genius idea (you put money on tbem). So safe and sound much to do. The staff there were incredible, we are returning as it was that good 👍

One of the best Aqua Parks I've been in Europe. Fun day for kids in all ages and also for adults. Bars with drinks, ice creams and food almost on every corner. Is not overcrowded even on weekends. We had access to Water Park with our hotel stay, no matter what time we came, haven't been struggling to find a sun lounge. Very safe, any kid, even teenage can not exit without an adult. Security at all gates.

The park was great, so many different slides and quite a lot to do. Also you can't beat the BOGO happy hour from 2pm - 4pm for adults. My only feedback would be that they have a line for people who bout tickets in advance to get in quicker.

What an amazing hotel. It was so clean and well maintained. The pools and poolsides were cleaned every evening ready for the next day, we saw maintenance being done on some loose tiles pool side. Maintenance were on the ball... The Aqua park was spectacular , lots of staff and lifeguards. The slides and play areas and pools were fantastic. Music from the pirate ship was brilliant and kept you entertained with daily games. All inclusive was so easy, your Aqua park wristwatch was your key to everything available. Food, drinks, icecream and park entry at 10am. Security lockers needed paying for, 20 lev but you get half back. Restaurants at the hotel x 3. Fusion, Italian and the normal restaurant for daily use... the restaurant offered a huge range of food and drink at every mealtime. Including wine and beer. The staff all worked so hard to make sure your stay was perfect. Advising them I had allergies when I first arrived they bent over backwards to ensure I had plenty to eat, preparing separate meals for me. We had an amazing time at this hotel and will definitely return again, my grandchildren were never out of the water, the Purple people arranged games, the kids club, sports events, poolside games, quizzes, discos in the evening. There was also entertainment from 9.30pm in the Amphitheatre. We saw some fantastic shows, never the same one twice over 14 days. Children who didn't have siblings, soon found someone to play with. I cannot fault this place, it was definitely worth the money. I can't put everything in here but ask any questions and I'll do my best to answer. 😃

The aqua park was good, although in hindsight we wouldn't go again in full season as was extremely busy... to get on any of the decent rides there was at least an hour's wait which was disappointing...other wise it was very good.. the watch system was a good idea for getting food etc.. watch out for idiots trying to skip the cues.. we saw quite a few.. They were pit in the their place very quickly ...

We enjoyed this aquapark – there’s a great variety of slides in all sizes, and the place is kept nice and clean. On arrival you’re given a bracelet that you top up with money, as cash and cards aren’t accepted inside. It’s a clever system but a bit of a faff, since you have to guess how much you’ll need and then queue at the end to get any unused balance back. One downside is that no food is allowed in the park. Bags are checked, and even our small pack of biscuits was taken away (though returned at the end). It felt a little petty, especially as we’d happily have bought their food anyway. Overall though, it’s a fun and well-run place, and worth a visit if you’re looking for a good day out.

Beautiful and serene water, lots of restaurant options lining the edge nearby!

This is a must place to visit when in Sozopol very quaint and well worth spending a few hours walking around

A wonderful place for a stroll or a lunch/dinner on one of the numerous places located alongside it with a great view towards the sea and the bay both during the day and in the evening.

Nice.If the ticket center is not working there is a phone number to call.

Nice walk along the old town with scenic views of the coastline.

it's really historical architecture to show how ancient of bulgarian defense their territory against outside. located just by seaside and reconstructed several times for a few decades.

Nice places with ancient ruins.

Good looking place on the square

Church built by a Italian arhitect, looking much more like some western style churches, perfect for this city.

A gorgeous church named after the brothers they created the Cyrillic alphabet. They had to close down the church for a couple of years before redoing the foundation due to a company building a car park underneath it- but now it’s open!

Very nice church, one of the main sites of the city actually. They just finished repairing it, and it looks very good. Close to a lot of other landmarks and transport nodes. Worth coming here!

It should be beautiful after restoration.

Not able to see inside. Interesting clean tidy lines from outside

It's the largest and oldest Eastern Orthodox Cathedral in Burgas. It was built just over 100 years ago. The outside looks very impressive. The inside is decorated in a typical style. The frescos, done by the same artist who did the ones in Alexander Nevski in Sofia, are a bit faded and need to be restored. The inside is not nearly as opulent as others I have seen. The entire building looks like it needs some TLC but it is a wonderful place to visit.

It's worth a look if you're spending a day in Sozopol.

This could have been the perfect beach: long, with picturesque sand dunes, warm and clear blue water, perfect sand, clean enough, great view. BUT it is extremely noisy, the music is very loud from every existing bar, crowded and expensive. A perfect example of how to ruin a beautiful place.

I tried to go back for a day or two to my childhood and memories. Alas, it's not like that. Overdeveloped territory. Overpopulated. Bonus - there remains this beautiful, clean, azure blue sea.

Just got back from Kavatsite Resort near Sozopol, and honestly, it was pretty disappointing. Here's the real deal: Getting Around: The infrastructure here is seriously lacking. Want to check out Sozopol? You're stuck taking a taxi because there's basically no other way to get there. We're talking about a measly 3.5km ride that'll cost you around 10 euros - that's Western European Uber pricing for what should be a quick local trip! Value for Money: The accommodation prices are just not justified by what you actually get. Most hotels and apartments are overpriced for the level of service and amenities they offer. You're paying premium rates for a mediocre experience. Beach Situation: Don't expect to find many free beach spots - most areas seem to be privatized or require payment. It really felt like every decent stretch of sand had a price tag attached. Bottom Line: This was another letdown from Bulgaria's Black Sea coast, which sadly isn't surprising anymore. If you're looking for good value where your money actually matches the experience, I'd honestly recommend checking out Croatia, Greece, Montenegro, or Turkey instead. These places know how to treat tourists right without breaking the bank. For those willing to spend a bit more, Italy and France rarely disappoint - you get what you pay for and then some. My take: Skip Kavatsite unless you enjoy overpaying for underwhelming experiences. There are way better coastal destinations out there that respect both your wallet and your vacation time. This is the view from my apartment, instead to have a nice small park you get something like a trash yard with trees😏

Wonderful beach! :) Probably one of the best organized beaches on Bulgarian seaside. Wonderful views, clean water, many cafeterias and bars, entertainment facilities and great sand which you cannot find in many places. :( Unfortunately not many free areas. In order to go and feel comfortable you have to pay at least 20 leva (10 euro) per day for umbrella and bed. Always crowdy during summer session.

My favourite place at the BG seaside. I like the fact that the sand is beautiful and the water is unique.

Beach is good, pricess little bit over than normal. One frappe 8 lv not ok.

amazing, great sand and clean water

I paid for 4 people 100 Lev, after you enter there is a beautiful garden to see, this is also the only thing you see besides the outside of the castle, they have been renovating the castle for 3 years now. For a payment of 10 Lev per person you could view 1 room in the castle. Too bad you pay so much for a garden and actually see nothing of the castle,

To be honest, I had some expectations regarding the "age" of this castle. Unfortunately, it is build 30 years ago to promote an abandoned area nearby Sozopol. It is maybe one of the most beautiful castles ever made, the garden is marvellous, and the caffè is just fine.

Very very beautiful from outside! But not sure if it is worth 20€ ticket as there is no museum only otside and garden. But beautiful and worth seeing at peast from outside

I never give a 1 star review. This was on 2nd Sept as part of an organised coach trip. This attraction is not an historical castle with grounds but a 1994 built "artist's fantasy land" and gardens which is rather neglected in so many ways - bluey copper/brass/bronze tinge in old stone work, cloudy and densley populated fish pond, pointless statues, princess dressing up area and caged animals mixed together in crowded conditions. See other people's photos... This attractions adds no value other than confusion, unrelatability and a feeling of "get me out of here". You're greeted by a Knight who encourages you to have a photo with him, where his photographer rather rudely stops you from taking your OWN photos of this "pose", so that you're encouraged to buy theirs... The only upside was a shaded roundel seating area bar and cafe with plush chairs and a cocktail bar style centre piece. Cakes looked good. Good selection of drinks at reasonable prices. Either close the place or modernise it with a "relatable purpose".

This castle was somewhat disappointing. Visitors are not allowed inside the main castle building, except for the “Builder’s Room,” which requires an additional fee. Entry to the grounds and underground dinning room costs 40 BGN, with extra charges for all other attractions. The gardens are attractive and pleasant. However, many areas are in need maintenance work. The ponds and fountains need cleaning, the small zoo raises concerns, and the underground dining and ballroom areas are musty and in need of ventilation. Although the site photographs well, it requires significant upkeep to meet expectations.

The place is beautiful but the price is 40 BGN, which is too expensive compared to another similar attractions. Moreover the entrance inside the castle is not allowed. Museum and owner room require additional 10 BGN payment to enter.

I should have read the reviews before visiting. The price you are paying is misleading you only have acces to the garden and a cellar. To see some of the rooms you need to pay extra for each one of them. For me it was not worth to pay extra all that we so was a kitsch mix of medieval, ancient Egypt, christian belives, Italian sculptures, English clock, Japanese garden, with a small zoo. All of this with a gypsy twist.

A cool place with lots of hiking trails around. There is a bit of walk till you get to the main entrance and there are a lot of bugs along the way but the place is nice clean, there is plenty of information however a lot to be desired in terms of sources of that information but still a cool place and I recommend it for a combined trip to the Primorsko Beach

Thracian sanctuary that serves as the venue for weekly opera performances in the summer.

Begliktash is a fascinating historical and natural site, often called the Bulgarian Stonehenge. The large rock formations are impressive and carry a sense of mystery, connected with ancient Thracian rituals. The walk around the site is peaceful, surrounded by nature, and it doesn’t take too long to explore. There aren’t many signs with detailed explanations, so it helps if you read a bit about it before visiting. Still, it’s a unique place and worth a stop if you’re in the Primorsko area.

Great family walk in the morning around 10h, when sun is still low and there are not many people. You can get there with the car, just continue past the parking spot. The dirt road is not bad for normal cars. There weren't any nasty flies as others have reported because it was sprayed two days ago. The rock formations are huge, and worth seeing if you're around the area. Fee was 5 lv or 2.5 Euro per person.

A magnificent place witht absolutely virginly untouched nature. The opportunity to see how the cults and traditions of ancient times tribes have been organized centuries ago, b.c. They told us the best time to visit was on the sunrise. But on any other time of the day as well there is an impressive place to visit. I can bet it should be epic also in the night time. When we arived, around 10 am there was almost nobody around, at 11 am there were plenty of tourists around. All you have to do is to read  the info plates and the rest will be done by your imagination. A must visit place due to its utterly unique vibe.

Place with special energy... If you are close to this area you have to visit it

You can walk on foot from Primorsko. We have started from Primorsko Bus Station and the walk along the sea and then up a winding road about 2 hours. Once you get to the car park, there's another 1km walk to the ticket kiosk. Tickets are very affordable, 4bgn adult and 2 bgn child. There you can enjoy looking at, touching and climbing the stones. It's much better than Stonehenge, you can get close as much as you wish, squeeze between the stones, walk on them. The site is amazing! Each rock has got info in English. It was a total highlight of our stay! Whats more, you can take one of the 4 routes to get to the scenic views of the coast. Don't miss Beglik Tash, it's a gem!💖

We have been there the day before yesterday. There were almost no people and the boat captains said it was their last day for the saison. Nevertheless we got a boat tour with only three people for about half an hour. It was 25LV for each. They told us it's prohibited by the environmental agency to drive towards the sea, so they are only driving up the river and back again. Still we could see turtles, a heron, a cormorant and ice birds.

If you go to a sea part of the river, there are very friendly people, you can buy a beer, water amd some snack in the machine and there are a lot of bench for sitting. The upper part is oposit to this. Price is quite high 25/15lv. and you have to go there by taxi or by a car. Walking there from Primorsko is possible, but in summer difficult and not for everybody. You have to wait until thw ship is 50% full, untill they start the trip. Payment by card possible.

Beautiful boat tour at 25bgn per person. About 45 minutes long. Very beautiful view.

Very pretty but not sure what all the fuss was about. Was just a pretty river cruise but I wouldn't rate it as a 'must see'.

Nice for a short trip in a preserved area on a boat. Unfortunately cannot go to the sea and the experience is not the same as it used to be, but still is OK. Works only during the summer

Great experience! The tickets for the boat can be paid only in cash BGN

If you're tired of driving, it would be a good idea to hike a bit to the "deer" hill spot just near the Ropotamo River here in the reserve. It's pretty easy to take it and you'll have some nice views portion 😎