National History Museum
Sofia, Bulgaria
It is housed in a former residence of the communist leader below Vitosha, and the main attraction is the vault with Thracian gold, not city collections.
The largest history museum in the country, housed in a former residence in the Bojana district, far from the centre. You will see collections from antiquity to the Middle Ages, including gold and Thracian artefacts. The journey takes time, so plan for half a day.
- Visit time: 2 h 30 min
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:30–17:30 (from OpenStreetMap — check before you go)
- Local name: Национален исторически музей
- Website: historymuseum.org
How long does it take to visit National History Museum?
Plan about 2 h 30 min.
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