The 33 best neighborhoods to see in Nessebar

This is a lovely old town. Beautiful buildings, old churches, UNESCO ruins. The town is vibrant and filled with little shops and restaurants. There are some unique gallery spaces as well. You can see artists creating the wears as they sell them. It was a very charming place to visit.

Nessebar Old Town is an absolutely charming and picturesque little place that feels like stepping back in time. It's a joy to wander through the narrow, cobblestone streets, which are shaded by beautiful trees, providing a welcome escape from the sun. The atmosphere is lovely and relaxed, perfect for a leisurely stroll. ​The town is filled with a fantastic variety of small shops and stalls selling all sorts of little treasures. You'll find everything from local crafts and handmade jewelry to quirky souvenirs. It's a great spot to find a unique memento to take home. ​With its stunning views, historic feel, and endless hidden corners to discover, Nessebar Old Town is truly a gem on the Black Sea coast.

Old Town Nessebar, located on a rocky peninsula along Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast, is a mesmerizing blend of history, architecture, and seaside charm. Often referred to as a “living museum,” Nessebar is one of the oldest towns in Europe, with a history dating back over 3,000 years. Its unique atmosphere and well-preserved heritage have earned it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Wandering through Nessebar’s narrow cobblestone streets feels like stepping back in time. The town is famed for its impressive collection of medieval churches—more than 40 once stood here. Among the most notable are the Church of Christ Pantocrator and the Church of St. John the Baptist, showcasing intricate stone and brickwork that reflects Byzantine and Bulgarian architectural styles. The town’s wooden houses from the 18th and 19th centuries add to its romantic ambiance, many of which have been converted into charming shops, galleries, and restaurants. Despite its small size, Nessebar offers a rich cultural experience with folklore performances, craft markets, and local cuisine, especially fresh seafood and traditional Bulgarian dishes. Surrounded by the sea, the peninsula provides stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere. Its proximity to the modern resort of Sunny Beach makes it a popular day-trip destination, but its quieter pace makes it perfect for relaxed exploration. Old Town Nessebar is a place where the past meets the present—a coastal gem where ancient ruins, medieval churches, and vibrant local life coexist beautifully. It’s a must-visit for anyone seeking history, culture, and coastal beauty.

Nice historic place full of interesting buildings but be beware of the hard sell by locals. The views over the sea are impressive on a sunny day. It is a UNESCO site so prices are a bit more expensive.

Wow, What a beautiful town! As the name suggests"old town Nessebar" is an old town with beautiful ruins, charming buildings and full of history, a real shoppers paradise. It is a maze of tight alleyways each filled with an array of shops selling wonderful Bulgarian items from magnets to alcohol, pieces of art, clothing and lots more. Each turn leads you further into the maze which eventually opens to larger open spaces filled with more shops, restaurants and beautiful historical architecture. I was particularly impressed with the different artists dotted around proudly displaying their pieces for sale at very reasonable prices, and so couldn't resist the urge to purchase a couple from a very friendly local artist. We could have spent several days walking through this town, and the sights are truly breathtaking from all parts. We would definitely return to Bulgaria to visit here again. People with mobility issues may struggle with the large cobbled walkways, steps and its mostly uphill, I don't recall seeing an easier walking route.

Old Town Nessebar is one of the best locations from Nessebar city, Bulgaria. This island is situated on the Black Sea and represents the opportunity of Bulgaria. You can find a lot of restaurants with specific food and a lot of stores. You can come with your car because you can find the parking spot. History is a part of the owner and this place remains in our hearts. The food is amazing and they have a small beer factory. Everything is amazing and is very nice and clear. Enjoy one of the best locations from Nessebar.

Old town Nessebar is a place you must visit if you are nearby! It is so beautiful with old architecture and local shops and taverns, paintings, handmade products and lots of things to see! Chill place and family friendly one! Some things to make sure you know before visit: -its a bit expensive -overcrowded at the evenings -parking slots are cut and you have to come earlier to park in a paid parking or park your car in the new town and then come by foot as there can be extreme queues of cars Enjoy and spare at least a day to see everything - it's not big, but it's worth!!!

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.

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!

Nice old town district. The coffee shop on the corner is the true reason for my review, the nicest I have found in the area but it doesn't have a Google business to review.

We visited Old nessebar for the morning, and loved it so much we stayed for the day. A buetiful little hidden gem, with quirky streets and cobbled roads and quaint cafes. Steeped in history, if you are in the area (we went from sunny beach) you will have a fab day out.

It's one of the symbolic churches to present the Nessebar old town.

Lovely ancient building, fascinating brickwork and architecture.

Very nice place, went on a Sunday Afternoon, busy but not over crowded.

The Church of Christ Pantokrator in Bulgaria is a cultural treasure. Its Byzantine architecture and vibrant frescoes transport visitors to another era. The intricate detailing reflects remarkable craftsmanship, and the serene atmosphere adds to its spiritual charm. While the exterior is weathered, the interior's historical significance and religious artistry make it a compelling visit. Accessible location and guided tours contribute to a meaningful experience, making this church a must-see for history and art enthusiasts in Bulgaria.

Very nice architectural work - an Orthodox church in the middle of the historic city, around which there are beautiful flower gardens.

A beautifully place to visit. Best to go in the evening as less crowded and lit up very nicely.

Amazing place for people passionate about history.

Very nice at night with the lighting.

There were two interesting columns with some sharp iron spikes at the top of them. For candles maybe?

Very small and air conditioned litle museum of orthodox frescoes

Beautiful short summarize of religious Bulgarian history.

Beautiful church

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.

Enjoyed walking around. We came 7 years ago and everything, especially drinks were really cheap. Not so any more not much cheaper than the UK. But at least u get the blue skies.

Lovely, clean air-conditioned place, good few artifacts on show. But it's very repetitive. The icons that are down stairs are beautiful. If your spending the day on Nessebar is probably worn buying the multi attraction ticket

If you visit sunny beach you have to take time out to visit nessebar. It is a beautiful place with many interesting sites to visit. It has some lovely shops and restaurants, and many historical sites. Beautiful place

UNESCO heritage site, lovely place to visit, allow a couple of hours as the place is big, mobility scooter friendly, friendly people too.

Small museum but with some very interesting local artefacts such as coins, bronze funerary urns and terracotta statuettes. An entry fee applies. You can buy a combination ticket that also includes entrance to Nesebar’s ethnographic museum and/or various churches.

Very unique and quaint place to visit. A bit hilly in places,especially if you have a wheelchair or pushchair/buggy. Historically it is interesting and some of the buildings are very strangely built compared to UK. Lots of places to eat and drink,lots of shops selling gifts. Easily spend a day there.

Downstairs in the cellar was brilliant loved it. Well presented and preserved. Didn't get headphones and QR code didn't work so wasn't able to open app. Also wanted us to buy all attraction tickets. Got lost in translation a bit!!

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

Oldest church, cost 3lv to go inside, but very small, not many to see.

Nice church, but unwelcoming rude person checking the ticket.

Well preserved church, it's very beautiful to see even during a night walk.

John really knew how to build a proper church. 10/10

Really beautiful church. So much history and the facade just begs to be photographed!

The church is very well preserved and it's very beautiful on the outside. On the inside it's not looking like a big deal UNTIL you read the informations on the panels from the inside about history of the church.

An interesting small church from the 10th century, in which there is a part of a preserved icon of St. Marina. Remains of an ancient Byzantine basilica have been found under the church.

The old windmill isn't much to look at as the ruins however keeps the history alive of the way things worked here in the early centuries. The nearby church ruins are a little more interesting. I did enjoy the view. There are some benches and a garden area you can rest and look out from, which was a nice touch.

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

Under reconstruction now

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(Translated by Google) Another lonely old tower in Nessebar. According to the inscription, it should be understood that this was a former windmill, although there are no distinctive signs - wings left. It stands near the Black Sea coast, from this place there are excellent panoramic views of the beach, the sea, the settlements of the Sunny Beach Bay. As is known, Nessebar is one of the oldest cities in Europe. The city also has other ancient building walls, medieval fortifications, churches. Since 1983. Nessebar has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. (Original) Dar vienas vienišas senas bokštas Nessebare. Pagal užrašą reiktų suprasti, kad tai buvęs vėjo malūnas, nors nėra likę jokių skiriamųjų ženklų - sparnų. Jis stovi netoli Juodosios jūros pakrantės, Iš šios vietos atsiveria puikūs, paplūdimio, jūros, Saulėto kranto įlankos gyvenviečių panoraminiai vaizdai. Kaip žinoma Nesseberas yra vienas seniausių Europos miestų. Mieste yra ir kitų antikinių pastatų sienų, vidurinių amžių įtvirtinimų, cerkvių. Nuo 1983 m. Neseberas buvo įrašytas į UNESCO Pasaulio paveldo sąrašą.

(Translated by Google) The old windmill is a real gem in the landscape. The atmosphere of the past, authentic construction, a great place for photos. Not very well preserved, but attracts tourists. Recommended for a short stop and acquaintance with the history of the region (Original) Стара вітряк — це справжня перлина серед пейзажу. Атмосфера минулого, автентична конструкція, прекрасне місце для фото. Недуже збереглась, але приваблює туристів. Рекомендується для короткої зупинки та знайомства з історією регіону

(Translated by Google) Nice destination for a walk, but nothing more. (Original) Schönes Ziel für einen Spaziergang, mehr aber auch nicht.

Another lovely little church in the old town. Some interesting frescos

An interesting small church from the 17th century, in which all the frescoes by an unknown master are preserved. Unfortunately, it was closed during my visit

"No higher than Turkish administration building of the time..."

Worst church of them all. The lady working there is very rude.

Amazing

(Translated by Google) Absolutely atypical church. The explanations say that it is a pseudo-basilica building with a gable roof. Apparently, it is. The masonry of the walls is Ottoman masonry from broken stone. Not opus mixtum, not Byzantine masonry, but precisely Ottoman masonry. The greatest value is the 17th century frescoes, which are here on various motifs. Among them, one of the oldest symbols of Christianity - the image of Oranta - attracts attention. (Original) Абсолютно нетипова церква. В поясненнях написано, що це псевдобазиликальна споруда з двоскатним дахом. Мабуть, так і є. Мурування стін - османське мурування з ломаного каменю. Не opus mixtum, не візантійське мурування, а саме османське мурування. Найбільшою цінністю є фрески 17 століття, які тут є на різні мотиви. В тому числі привертає увагу один з найдавніших символів християнства - зображення Оранти.

(Translated by Google) THE CHURCH OF HOLY SAVIOR is a single-nave and single-apse church with a length of 11.70 m and a width of 5.70 m. Once a narrow and long narthex ran along the entire northern side, and with it the width of the church was 9.80 m. The wooden eaves-shaped roof is without cladding on the inside. The eastern facade was half dug into the ground. It was built in 1609 with the funds of a wealthy Nessebar citizen during the time of Metropolitan Cyprian. This is clear from the donation inscription located above the southern entrance. Inside the church is completely frescoed by an unknown master and this was done at the beginning of the 17th century. The frescoes recreate episodes from the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary. In the apse is painted the scene: "The Virgin Mary - the vast heavens with the Child". The tombstone of the Byzantine princess Mataisa Kantakouzena Paleologina was kept in the floor of the church for many years, and can now be seen in the Archaeological Museum. (Original) ЦЪРКВАТА „СВЕТИ СПАС” е еднокорабна и едноабсидна църква с дължина 11,70 м и ширина 5,70 м. Някога по цялата северна страна е минавал тесен и дълъг притвор и с него ширината на църквата е била 9.80 м. Дървеният стреховиден покрив е без обшивка отвътре. Източната фасада е била наполовина вкопана в земята. Строена е през 1609 г. със средствата на един богат несебърски гражданин по времето на митрополит Киприян. Това става ясно от дарителския надпис, разположен над южния вход. Отвътре църквата е изцяло стенописана от незнаен майстор и това е станало в началото на ХVII век. Стенописите пресъздават епизоди от живота на Христос и Богородица. В абсидата е изписана сцената: "Богородица – ширшая небес с Младенеца". В пода на църквата дълги години се е съхранявала надгробната плоча на византийската принцеса Матаиса Кантакузина Палеологина, която сега може да се види в Археологическия музей.

I had a tasting session at 1100hrs and was hosted by the fantastic Maria. Her selection of wines were great and she explained each one so well. She pointed to the wine region on a map and why the grape had distinct characteristics from that region. Her delivery was great in English so can only assume shes delivers better in Bulgarian. Which is hard to believe. All in all great wines, fantastic staff, good atmosphere and a brilliant experience for all who visit Nesebar.

Little gem, recommended by the local. The owner as well as lady called Ada were very welcoming and so lovely, with great knowledge about their products.

We visited this family-owned wine house and had the chance to do a tasting of 6 different wines and bought some after the tasting, prices were very reasonable. All of them were local Bulgarian wines, and some were truly unique, the kind you can’t find anywhere else. The host explained each wine in detail, which made the experience even more special.

Wine and rakija 🔥🔥🔥🔥. Multilingual staff. the girl who presented the products was very nice, funny and her knowledge about alcohol was amazing. the parrot is also cool 😜. most importantly, products sold at very low prices. Highly recommend

I haven't been here myself. I arranged a romatic wine tasting for my best friend on her honeymoon. Contact was very smooth and they enjoyed it so much. Thanks a lot!!!

Absolutely amazing place. Tasted 6 wines all free to try including a local brandy. Staff are so friendly and prices after if you want to buy a bottle or a glass are brilliant. 18 lev a bottle. The staff were so friendly and welcoming speaking English and Polish. Definitely need to visit , best wines I've ever had.

Great wines. It's my second time here. I like very much Messembria White Wine.

Nessebar windmill is located on the bridge into Nessebar, one of the oldest cities in Bulgaria. Very cuty little windmall that has been restored and is like a small museum, open from 9am till 7pm you have to pay 4Lev for adults and 2 for children. You can also go out on to the balcony when you go up the stairs and has a selection of artifacts to see. Worth a visit if your in the area.

I visited the restaurant with my wife and kids, as part of the South Tour today; old town in Sozopol is really beautiful, lunch was served with a salad, soup, main meal and dessert; all was really nice; my son who is a fussy eater, enjoyed his meal and the ice cream too: definitely worth a visit. It didn’t get 5 stars because one of the waiters was engaging but other wasn’t and there was no smile or nothing.

A great landmark of the city of Nessebar. Outside is beautiful and worth a selfie. The inside is also worth checking out!

The windmill is emblematic of the city of Nessebar and is a kind of symbol of the city. It is located on the bridge between the old and the new town in Nessebar. Benches have been built around the authentic windmill that remains from the Turkish era, and the view of the sea adds even greater beauty, which is why it is the most visited and preferred place by both locals and guests of the country. Up to the second floor of the windmill, you reach a massive staircase where there was once a living room, and on the third floor there was a work room.

Nesebar: A very nice small village. Traditional renovated houses with many restaurants and bars. Near the old city is the new one where you can spend your time too. It is worth a visit and if you have the oportunity to learn about its rich history it will be more worth it!!! P. S. Try to stay in the city of Nesebar and not in Sunny Beach, the boulgarian Las Vegas!

Nice place, a lot of tourists!

A beautifully restored historic landmark, open to visitors. Currently open every day between 9 and 19 hours. Adult ticket 4 leva (2 euros), children's ticket 2 leva (1 euro). When buying tickets, it is advisable to buy a combination ticket, which also allows you to visit other museums in Nessebar. The inside of the mill has not been restored to its original purpose, I would rather call it the entrance hall of the Archaeological Museum. The balcony is accessible, but the door is difficult to open.

During the centuries-old existence of the city, fortress walls and facilities were repeatedly built, which made the peninsula inaccessible. The first attested settlers of the peninsula - the Thracians, began to strengthen their settlement in the 8th century BC. A fortress wall from that time was uncovered along with the gate on the northwest bank. It was built of crushed stone and mud and has been preserved at a height of about 2 meters.

Great historical place on the entrance to old town

Old Nessebar is a great visit, if you are staying in the Bourgas area of Bulgaria.

Lovely place to stroll around and get lost for a few hours. Lots of lovely places to eat too.

We loved Nessebar - very quaint little town close to the very abrasive strip of Sunny Beach. We did visit the museum by the front of the town - and didn't think it gave us much of a background into the town and it's history. When we first arrived at the town, there was a marching band through the center of town wearing traditional Bulgarian attire- they were excellent and it was a great introduction for us to such a beautiful town.

Greatly preserved old city - all wood and stone. There is a New and Old town of Nesebar and the Old part is much better.

World heritage site. Beautiful place, easily get lost in all the little lanes. Prices no different than any where else in the area. If you want seafood, best place in Bulgaria!

Old Nessebar is a nice old town with good restaurants and lot historical buildings and placed. It is worth a visit to see some traditional culture and history.

Great place to go nice days out atmosphere is wonderful

The gate to a visit of a wonderful old city.

Lovely old town lots to see

Fantastic place with lots of shops by fake trash.

The entrance to a beautiful old town

Lovely place x

Most powerful and mystical church I've ever experienced in Bulgaria. This place carries an energy that's impossible to ignore, centered around the famous Black Madonna icon with its dramatic history of theft and miraculous returns. The atmosphere: There's something genuinely otherworldly here. Visitors in the right mindset report seeing figures of saints or experiencing such intense spiritual encounters that thoughts linger for weeks afterward. The energy is palpable and unsettling in the best possible way. Fair warning: If you're spiritually sensitive, prepare for a profound experience. This isn't your typical tourist church visit - the place has a magnetic quality that either draws you in completely or leaves you deeply affected. Best for: Spiritually inclined visitors, those seeking profound experiences, anyone drawn to places with genuine mystical atmosphere.

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

One of the most beautiful churches I’ve seen anywhere in the world. A lovely place to stop and take a moment for yourself.

Stalls selling icons inside the church all over the place,unwelcoming staff, feels like a bazar. A mom with a kid was told to go outside because the kid has a cup of whipped cream. Chaotic vibe inside that is the opposite of what an orthodox church should be, not a place of prayer.

Very nice place. Worth to see when you are in Nessebar.

It's a gift shop, complete joke. Maybe the most ugly modern church I've ever seen

when we (me, mother in law, wife and 3 kids) went to the church... we were thrown out as it was a "sanitary" day (after the city day celebration) by a very rude and uncivilized lady... who shouted at us... when we told her to keep her tone in front of the kids she even became more angry and started calling us names... this is a holy place... not a place to shout at people... ask me when i am going back there... NEVER... most uncomfortable place to visit... if you want to loose faith in religion and humans... go there...

Good historical place. Best view is looking down into it but there is a path that takes you behind it

Nessabar is a lovely trip out. Use boat from Sunny Beach. That sounds a little expensive but worth it. 15 lev each one way. But little train was 6 lev, but u need three trains to get back.

Well located and nice view with seaside.

Popular spot at the north end of the old town

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

Very quaint but historically relevant place visit

Nice old city place in Nessebar you have to visit if you stay near the city

An absolute gem of a place! The inside is so pretty and the overall atmosphere is calm, letting you listen to the sounds of the waterfall. We came in late and ordered cocktails and they were amazing. The inside was truly magestic. The bartenders were so kind and nice. Would absolutely come again!

Amazing place, tranquill and unique made out to look like a cave inside with little pools and waterfalls then to our surprise to find terrapins in the pool. Variety of drinks and cocktails and all at a good price. Staff are friendly and welcoming.

Really nice little bar. You can't order food here, it's strictly drinks only. The area is quite small and there may be a wait outside before you can enter due to limited tables and space. It's a fun little spot and really pleasant to sit in with the small turtle pool and waterfall. I wouldn't go out of my way to go here as it's just a drinks bar, but if it's on your tick list it's a nice little place to pop into and experience.

A bit of a hidden gem amongst some underwhelming bars in the area. Before you go in you do think it's a run of the mill bad, but when you go in you're greeted with cool looking, cave-like seating area, and when you go in further you're greeted with a hidden oasis with other small seating areas; each with some small tables made of slate and a waterfall going through. Should be a little cheaper maybe? And perhaps some chilled music that matches the mood?.. Highly recommend.

Honestly one of the coolest bars I’ve been to. From the outside, it looks like a normal entrance hidden in the back streets of Old Nessebar, but once you step in, it is like you're inside a cave. The cocktails were really good too. Definitely a place worth checking out if you want something different.

Beautiful place great for photos and drinks. The staff is really friendly too. They also have cute little turtles 🐢

Unique and interesting place to go. Get there as soon as it opens as it gets very busy. Drinks prices very reasonable given the type of place this is. Nice place to get out of the sun and get a drink!

Modern day refreshment with a view & appreciation of the old… Ottoman Well in Nessebar

Love seeing things like this. One of the oldest drinking fountains in the area. To me this is what I think of when I visit Bulgaria. So much culture and history.

Very old fountain

Quiet place, cold water. What else a man need?

In the Square of Old Nessebar interesting feature.

The nice, cool and emblematic place in the old town of Nesebar

Nesebar ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

The Oldest city of Europe - Unesco world heritage centre !! The maze of cobblestone streets encourages aimless wandering through the historic city, contained within a small rocky peninsula jutting out into the Black Sea. Once you enter the narrow gate in the ancient fortress wall, you’ll find yourself in a remarkable neighbourhood with memories from thousands of years of civilisation. The trading atmosphere lives on with street vendors selling art and handicrafts throughout the town. The city is proud of its ancient history and holds on to its cultural traditions, hosting an impressive line up of festivals and events throughout the year.

There is jellyfish in the water, beware, even in June! The sand is clean. No public toilets. No public showers.

Heaps of stinking algae also full of them in the sea, not for swimming, very dirty!

DO NOT GO THERE I was relaxing on the beach just before 6 PM when a machine came through to even out the sand. Shockingly, the operator came dangerously close to running over me while I was still lying down. There was no warning, no announcement, and clearly no proper safety procedure in place. This is completely unacceptable and incredibly unsafe. Beachgoers deserve to feel safe, not at risk of being run over by heavy machinery. Serious changes need to be made to how this is handled. Not to mention how bad the beach is overall and the water dirty.

Empty in April but it is a stunning beach. Nice to walk along from nessebar or from Cherno more direction. Caught the bus local bus from Sunny Beach, Nessebar direction.

One of the better beaches in Bulgaria. Although rather small and almost always packed, there are enough paid umbrellas and deck chairs for about 6EUR per day. The sand is clean but shallow. Water is very clean and quite shallow without any steep sea floor for tens of meters. It’s very appropriate for families with kids! Go for the South Beach Bar as they serve drinks and cooked food throughout the day (it’s right next to the motorboats).

Lots of shells/small stones. I feel like my feet will be cut anytime i walk on it.

Beautiful old town nessebar A must see

Not a big open air theatre but very interesting. No entry fee. Beautiful to sit and relax. Be mindful there's little shade from the sun in the summer. Worth visiting.

Amazing weather, great surroundings, the sea is right besides - everything creates a perfect scenery if a play or a show is put on the stage. Even though this outdoor theater is ancient, it's in good condition, and it's still in use.

Beautiful old theatre steeped in history. If you're unsteady on your feet - be careful of the cobble stones on the way down and use the path.

Nice place, nice kids acting or singing or dancing! Nice experience !

One of many interesting sites to visit. It's on the south side near the port. Very popular place with great views over the sea.

Beautiful ruins of a theater, concerts and various events take place here.

Great hotel, everything is at a high level. The conditions are solid 9/10, the food is incredibly tasty and varied. Location is awesome, very close to the sea. Most of all I would like to mention the service. Friendly and charming waitresses at breakfast do their job very well. They always have a smile on their faces, are polite and positive! The staff are well spoken and knowledgeable, it was easy to communicate. Among the minuses, I can single out thin walls and a violation of the food neighbourhood. We will definitely come again, thanks Sunny beach club!

Extremely Disappointed – Not Worth the Hype! I’m extremely disappointed by this hotel, especially after reading so many positive reviews that completely misrepresent the reality we experienced. Let me start with the positives: the hotel is beautiful on the inside, the rooms are clean, and the housekeeping is impeccable—no complaints there. The food is average, nothing special, but also nothing terrible. However, the services and overall treatment were absolutely unacceptable. We arrived at 11:00 a.m., knowing this is supposed to be an all-inclusive hotel for which you pay the full price. I completely understand that check-in is at 2:30 p.m. and that the rooms might not be ready until then. But the issue is that we were not even given our all-inclusive wristbands until 2:30 p.m., meaning we were not allowed to eat or drink unless we paid extra. This is outrageous for an all-inclusive hotel! Having worked in the hospitality industry in Egypt and being familiar with how proper all-inclusive hotels operate, I can honestly say this policy is unacceptable. What shocked me even more is that while we were left without food or water under the sun, other guests—especially those speaking Bulgarian, Russian, Ukrainian, or languages from the Balkan region—were given their wristbands or even their rooms right away at 11:00 a.m. This felt like clear discrimination based on nationality or language. Absolutely disgraceful. The second major issue: towel service. You have to pay a €10 deposit per person to get a towel, something that was not mentioned anywhere before booking. And to make things worse, you can’t pay by card—only in cash! This creates additional fees and inconvenience. After waiting over 30 minutes at a crowded reception with only one person working, I finally received the towel cards, only to be told I had to collect them from the guard. I went to the guard, and he told me he wouldn’t be working again for another three hours. Ridiculous! Honestly, I spent more time dealing with reception than enjoying the sun on my holiday. Avoid this hotel at all costs if you don’t want to waste your time, energy, and money. I’m someone who is generally very respectful, patient, and understanding—but this experience pushed all my limits. If even someone like me had such a hard time, I can only imagine how frustrating it would be for others.

I stayed at this hotel last week and unfortunately had a very disappointing experience. Despite booking an all-inclusive package, I was surprised to learn that parking was not included and I had to pay extra just to park at the hotel. The amenities were also far below expectations. For 4 people staying 4 nights, the room was provided with only one small bottle of shampoo—which was meant for both body and hair. There was no toothpaste or other basic toiletries provided, which was quite inconvenient. The food was another letdown. The quality was poor, and most of the options were heavily based on pork, which made the variety very limited. For an all-inclusive hotel, I expected better quality and a wider selection. Overall, I do not feel the hotel delivered the value or service promised under an all-inclusive package, and I would not recommend it to others.

Clean, staff friendly and professional. We opted for the breakfast included rather than full all inclusive and we enjoyed the varied breakfast options from fresh pancakes, to honey comb on the rack. If you’re someone who likes a last bit of summer sun while avoiding loads of people come in late September before they close for the winter. I imagine it gets quite busy in the height of the summer, as you walk onto the beach from the hotel. Rooms were clean, tidy, minimally furnished without lacking. Shower pressure even on the 4th floor could take off skin (it was glorious, and easily adjusted) Only thing to moan about was the rooms facing the ocean get the sound from the music around the pools coming through until it is all turned off at 23:00. Even my trusty ear plugs were of little help. Buses for less than 10Lev per person to Burgas, stops at Nessebar, Pommorie, Aheloy. We did plan to go to Varna one day but ran out of time. Taking a picture of the bus schedules helped immensely as they’re not available online.

A horrible experience, this place should be shut down immediately. We were served raw chicken and moldy bread, and by the third day of our holiday all four people in our group had food poisoning. They were also recycling old food from the previous days. I cannot stress enough how disgusting and inedible the food was. The restaurant area was a health hazard on its own, with wasps swarming all over the food. (The attached photo was taken on a “good” day, usually the situation was far worse.) The so-called “spa” facilities were appalling: the indoor pool and jacuzzi were not only freezing cold but also filthy. The towels provided were stained, and our room had spiders crawling around. The drinks were just as bad: watery, tasteless, and made with the cheapest alcohol available, if any at all (Most of the time, the cocktails seemed to not even contain a drop of alcohol in them) To make matters worse, we were charged 120 for “parking,” which turned out to be nothing more than a patch of dirt under a tree, where our car got invaded by ants. When we raised our concerns with the front desk manager, we were met with sarcasm instead of solutions. If you value your health, safety, or basic respect as a guest, stay away from this hotel at all costs.

A Huge Thank You to the Animation Team! We just wanted to say a massive thank you to the entire animation team – you did an amazing job every single day! Always motivated, incredibly friendly, and full of positive energy, you made our stay unforgettable. Your activities were fun, well-organized, and inclusive. You were always respectful, polite, and truly made everyone feel welcome. Thanks to you, we didn’t just have a great time – we also made new friends, and we genuinely hope to see you again soon! Keep up the fantastic work – you’re doing something really special! 🌟

Beautiful location and beautiful hotel. Staff are great and will do anything they can. The manager was lovley. Food was nice and some items cooked fresh in front of you everyday. Rooms were very clean and pool was so beautiful. Exactly like the pictures. Will for sure be coming back as it’s one of the best hotels I’ve been in for a while. 10/10

Not bad, clear sands, free places available

Isolated place but with terrible sand and a lot of jellyfish.

Shallow (which makes it good for smaller children), pretty small, but expensive - early July 2022 there were 10 BGN (5 EUR) fee for an umbrella or shezlong/sunbed, which got lowered to 8 BGN (4 EUR). There is small free area and practically no parking nearby.

Cute, but very small beach covered with sunbeds and umbrellas. Bad music blasting from the bar.

Small and cozy each, with clean sand and water. It is perfect to bring the kids!

The beach is nice but there is sometimes a lot of sea weed both in the water and on the beach...

It's amazing! The bar and the beach by itself are great.

The Angel Divers club is located in the heart of the old town of Nessebar, just 25 km. from Burgas airport. The club has good gear and reasonable prices. Our PADI Open Water Diver one-week course was a nice holiday addition and fun to do. Ivelin and Veronica are a professional and friendly team. We can't recommend their services enough. Thank you!

Amazing 5 days of Diving with the guys at Angel Divers my highlight was the dives at Promorsko & Tsaraveno expertly led by Ivelin, Veronika and Steve. Looking forward to doing it again next year

Amazing experience! The team is super friendly and professional, they really know what they’re doing. I felt safe and well taken care of the whole time. Highly recommended!

I have finally took a plunge and did DSD course while on holidays in Nessebar, Bulgaria. The course was straightforward, with no pressure and friendly instructuctors. After a brief but detailed intros we have proceeded for a diving session to explore local underwater scenery. The water was warm, and clear, we saw some crabs, and plenty of fishes

We've chosen this diving center occasionally and now realize how lucky we are. This was my fist diving experience, completing PADI OWD course with Ivelin as Instructor in 4 days full of new information and practice 🙂. The diving center is located in a wonderful place of the old town of Nessebar, it is close both to the pier with boats and the shore for the shallow water dives - you won't need to carry your gear for too long. Education is conducted with no rush, with attention to details and in a friendly atmosphere 👍. You even don't need to be fluent in English to understand the explanation and underwater guidence, as it is unambiguous if you follow the Instructor. Yet, to be honest, there are not really many underwater sights to see, but as a first experience (not only first, just talking about myself), and education as a target, as it was for me, I'd 100% recommend you this dive center. Many thanks to Ivelin and Veronica!

Had a good dive with these guys! They were really friendly and helpful. I did two dives on a Sunday to two shipwrecks. The instructor was nice and professional, and the sites were interesting, though not particularly special. I have a few points for improvement: 1. They didn’t inform me it was cash-only, which meant I had to get more money from an ATM and incurred 11 euros in transaction fees. 2. The drive was quite long, around 1.5 hours, which is more than I’m used to. 3. Lunch isn’t included in the price, and you have to bring your own snacks and water. They do stop at a gas station, but for 110 euros for 2 dives, I think some snacks and water should be included. Despite these points, it was a good experience overall.

Very professional and friendly crew. I got some photos from the dive as well. I recommend to have a dive if you are in the area.

good parking 2 leva per hour screen showing you how many free spots left. good luck to exit and make a left turn. please be patient and mind the crossing people.

Good parking overnight for 20Lev (24hr). 4 stars as no access to water or toilet facilities available at my time here in September 2022. Apart from that was a quiet pleasant stay overnight in a great location for old town & for walking to the beach.

Good parking near Old Nessebur. Only online payments via QR code does not work. We paid 12 BGN for 7 hours.

Perfect parking! The best staff member, helpful, positive, quick and making sure everything runs smoothly even when there's a lot of traffic and cars queuing.

12 lev from 2pm til after midnight, owner is super nice, speaks a bit of english, you can pay cash or card. Highly recommend

They only park long term, not for a few hours

Great parking. You can pay cash or card.

A historic town in Bulgaria on the Black Sea. Well-preserved with plenty of shopping opportunities and restaurants serving traditional food. You can spend an entire day here.

Nessebar is a hidden gem close to Sunny Beach. If you are looking to a nice historical walk with nice bars and great views, I totally recommend a day trip to the old town. Full of museums, ruins, churches and great bars and restaurants.

One of the moste beautiful place on the Earth! I were there twice and want more! The is some good athmosphere! You can see all the pics but it will not gives you the feelings to be there...

Very beautiful old city.

Excellent town, well worth a visit. Highly recommend

too crowded, but still pretty

This area is great for traveling Beautiful old Nassebar has great shopping and Unesco sight

The only Jewelry shop in Nessebar that doesn't pester you to buy something, all handcrafted/real pieces at very good prices! Will be back again, purchased this handcrafted ring for 60 lev (£30 but has more detail than you'd expect) and the other pieces in there were extremely well made/priced! The lady inside was lovely, not pushy at all but observant enough to be helpful. Will be back again one day when I have more money and in the area x Thank you!

Last year I bought a few unique - unique in terms of excellent design and quality but also because they were made in one copy only - items from this interesting shop. I have worn them with great pleasure and have received many compliments on them. Unfortunately, I broke a silver bracelet as I probably opened it too widely while putting it on. I contacted the shop and they immediately offered to repair it, at no charge. It is now back with me in Brussels, in perfect condition. So, the owners propose not only extremely beautiful jewels, but also first class service. A rare thing nowadays. I can therefore recommend that any jewel lover going to Nesebar pay a visit to this place. Solange Léonard, Brussels

A really nice place if you're looking for silver or golden hand made Bulgarian jewelry. Recommend it.

They sell counterfeit pieces of jewelers and claim they are their own .

So cute loved it Amazing place had a Alcoholic drink in there beautiful cave

Nessebar, it's a fabulous archaeology site and a cute village on an island, all rolled into one.

A must visit!

Lovely and unique Gallery with true hand made pieces. Additional pleasure to talk to the owner, this lady shines confidence and charisma

Amazing place! Definitely one of the most unique stores there. Everything is handmade with alot of love and dedication to the art. Don't be shy to ask and take a look at the small, but gorgeous gallery downstairs!

Nice friendly owner, beautiful art, there are souvenirs also for sale, including those from Taralej.

Terible experience, very rude staff i would not recommend.

Beautiful art shop with an awesome flair. Good place for playful souvenirs.

Amazing shop & gallery. Worth visiting! It's full of handmade pieces, and every one of them tells a story:)

Great shop when each person can find something special for soul. Recommend. P.S. Thanks for bracelets.

Very great and clean resort. Great purple people entertainment and a lot to do. Perhaps less more chaotic breakfast/diner and for the employees, smile some more😊☺️ Made some great memories and my children really enjoyed the stay.

I’m writing this to warn future guests about the hotel-arranged taxi service and how my concern was handled. I booked a hotel partner taxi from the hotel to the train station for a fixed 90 leva. Before leaving, the driver and I confirmed both the price and that I could pay by credit card. Mid-ride, he tried to increase the fare well above the agreed amount and insisted I withdraw cash from an ATM. The photo I am attaching shows the metered rate the taxi driver threatened to charge at 4.5 leva per kilometer. I had a train to catch and it felt like he was exploiting that urgency. When I refused and said I would only pay the agreed 90 leva, he became aggressive and yelled racist insults. My girlfriend is still visibly shaken from the event. I immediately called reception to report what happened and to warn that other guests could be targeted. Unfortunately, my concern was dismissed quickly, and I was left with the impression that nothing would be done, even though this driver appears to work closely with the hotel. This felt unsafe and not guest-first. I hope management stops using drivers who behave like this, and trains staff to take harassment reports seriously. Until then, I’d strongly recommend arranging your own transport and getting the price and payment method confirmed in writing. It’s unfortunate that we had this encounter at the end of an otherwise great weekend at the hotel.

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(Translated by Google) We stayed here for eleven days in the middle of summer, and three things immediately stood out: 1. The rooms in the main building do not have air conditioning, only a fan. This means sweating at night. 2. Don't forget mosquito repellent, because in the evening you will be punctured completely, sometimes right through your shirt. See photo 😟 3. The free visit to the adjacent aqua park is great. The hotel itself is beautiful, sleek and neat, with beautiful swimming pools, although the water is quite cold. The beds are comfortable, but the standard cleaning leaves much to be desired; Surfaces are skipped if there are items on them, such as books. It helps if you hang the cleaning card on your door. The staff is young and seems unfriendly, possibly because making contact is difficult or not encouraged. The food is okay, but the restaurant is very busy in the morning. If you come after 9 a.m., it will be difficult to find a table. We often went around 9:50 am when it quieted down, but by then some items had already run out or had cooled. This also applies to dinner. If you have been to all-inclusive hotels in Spain or Turkey before, you will discover some new dishes here. There is plenty to do within the park during the day and in the evening, which is necessary because there is little to do outside. Tips for excursions include the local beach (15 minutes walk), old Nessebar, the camel park and Sunny Beach. Ps. Check-out is at 11am. Then you also hand in your towels and your wristband for the swimming park. That is not very customer friendly. (Original) We verbleven hier elf dagen in hartje zomer, en drie zaken vielen direct op: 1. De kamers in het hoofdgebouw hebben geen airco, alleen een ventilator. Dit betekent zweten ’s nachts. 2. Vergeet muggenspray niet, want ’s avonds word je helemaal lek geprikt, soms dwars door je shirt heen. Zie foto 😟 3. Het gratis bezoeken van het naastgelegen aqua park is top. Het hotel zelf is mooi, strak ingericht en netjes, met prachtige zwembaden, al is het water behoorlijk koud. De bedden zijn comfortabel, maar de standaard schoonmaak laat te wensen over; oppervlakken worden overgeslagen als er spullen op liggen, zoals boeken. Het helpt als je het schoonmaak kaartje aan je deur hangt. Het personeel is jong en lijkt onvriendelijk, mogelijk omdat contact maken moeilijk is of niet aangemoedigd wordt. Het eten is oké, maar het restaurant is ’s ochtends erg druk. Als je na 09.00 uur komt, wordt het lastig een tafeltje te vinden. We gingen vaak rond 09.50 uur, wanneer het rustiger werd, maar dan waren sommige items al op of afgekoeld. Dit geldt ook voor het diner. Als je vaker in all-inclusive hotels in Spanje of Turkije bent geweest, zul je hier enkele nieuwe gerechten ontdekken. Overdag en ’s avonds is er genoeg te doen binnen het park, wat ook nodig is omdat er buiten weinig te beleven valt. Tips voor uitstapjes zijn het plaatselijke strand (15 minuten lopen), oud Nessebar, het kamelenpark en Sunny Beach. Ps. Uitchecken is om 11.00 uur. Dan lever je ook je handdoeken en je bandje voor het zwempark in. Dat is niet zo klantvriendelijk.

(Translated by Google) The resort is beautiful and well-maintained. The staff were friendly, including the cleaners. At this resort, you do find a few empty spots by the pool every day. Food in the restaurant was constantly replenished, and finding an empty table wasn't a problem. A downside is that you only have one large bottle of water in your room, which you have to refill at the bar downstairs. The refrigerator is usually stocked with canned soft drinks at an all-inclusive resort, but unfortunately, this wasn't the case at the resort itself. The price charged by the resort to travel to the city is also expensive. I recommend renting a car, which we did for three days. We took a tour to the Galleria Mall and Sunny Beach and the surrounding area. The roads are easy to drive because they are all straight. (Original) De resort is mooi en schoon bijgehouden. De medewerkers waren vriendelijk , zowel ook de schoonmakers. Bij dit resort vind je wel elke dag een paar lege plekken aan het zwembad. In het restaurant werd de eten continu bijgevuld en ook was het zoeken naar een leeg tafel geen probleem. Minpuntje hiervan is dat je 1 grote fles water hebt op je kamer waarvan je die elke keer beneden bij de bar kon laten bijvullen. Koelkast is meestal wel gevuld met blikjes frisdranken bij een all inclusief resort , maar helaas was dit niet het geval in het resort zelf. De vraagprijs via het resort naar de stad is ook prijzig. Ik raad je aan om een auto te huren , wat wij hebben gedaan voor 3 dagen. We hebben een tour gemaakt naar de galleria mall en sunny beach en erom heen. De wegen zijn makkelijk te rijden want het zijn alleen maar rechte wegen.

(Translated by Google) Modern architecture, all kinds of services one could need in a hotel. Relatively clean with delicious food. (Original) Модерена архитектура, всички видове услуги от които някой може да има нужда в хотел. Сравнително чисто с вкусна храна.

(Translated by Google) Spacious room, delicious dining, clean hotel, large aqua park (Original) غرفة واسعه طعام لذيد فندق نضيف اكوى بارك كبير

I was in this store in October 2024, and I was impressed by the quality of the merchandise you can buy. Besides the owner is a really friendly person and has all the patience and knowledge of what is in the store. I recommend this place 💯%

The shop assistant (maybe owner) was behaving rude. He was not happy when I bought only magnet for 2,50 lv. His behaviour was strange. By the way - the mass produced souvenirs he sells are cheaper in other shops when you will go further.

Such beautiful handmade pottery could have spent a fortune if I had the luggage allowance

Great shop, big variety of items.

Beatiful ceramics, all made by Bulgarian artists.

Beautiful Bulgarian ceramic

(Translated by Google) Here you will find a large selection of ceramics. Good quality, different origins. The shop owner is very nice and friendly. If you are looking for a souvenir that is not only pretty but also useful, this is the place for you. (Original) Hier findet man eine große Auswahl an der Keramik. Gute Qualität, unterschiedlicher Herkunft. Der Ladenbesitzer ist sehr nett und freundlich. Wenn man ein Souvenir sucht, das nicht nur hübsch, sondern auch nützlich ist, ist hier richtig.

(Translated by Google) Very interesting atmosphere! Friendly staff and delicious wine!! Come here☺️😜 (Original) Очень интересная атмосфера! Приветливый персонал и вкусное вино!! Заходите сюда☺️😜

(Translated by Google) Very polite host, greets you with courtesy from the moment you enter. I tasted a lot of wine flavors. I highly recommend! (Original) Gazda foarte politicoasa, te intampina cu politete inca de la intrare. Am dezgustat o gramada de arome de vinuri. Recomand cu mare incredere!

(Translated by Google) Great selection of wine (Original) Классный ассортимент вина

(Translated by Google) I expected much more people at the beginning of August. The beach was cleaned, even the sand was being sieved. (Original) Čekal jsem začátkem srpna daleko více lidí. Pláž byla uklizená, dokonce se sítoval písek.

(Translated by Google) A wonderful place (Original) Cudowne miejsce

(Translated by Google) I recommend this wine shop. Good selection of wines and very convenient, especially in the heat, that there is always cold wine. You can take it with you, and also drink it on the spot from a glass. (Original) Рекомендую данный магазин вина. Хороший выбор вин и очень удобно, особенно в жару, что всегда есть холодное вино. Можно взять с собой,а так же выпить на месте с бокала.

(Translated by Google) Delicious wines. Very nice service. (Original) Pyszne wina. Bardzo miła obsługa.