3 Tickets & Entry Passes in Bulgaria to Build a Day Around

1.Admission Ticket to the Museum of Illusions in Sofia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 659 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $17Our pick

Spend about one hour exploring 400 square meters of optical tricks, unusual rooms, inventions, and photo setups at Sofia’s Museum of Illusions. Staff explain how the exhibits work, and the experience suits families, couples, friends, and curious adults. Mobile tickets are available in English, with free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.

“Interessante e simpatica. Da fare con amici o in coppia. Io e il mio compagno ci siamo divertiti molto!”

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2.Admission Ticket to Illusions in Museum in Veliko Turnovo

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $15Best value

Spend about an hour exploring a 500-square-meter Museum of Illusions across five floors in Veliko Tarnovo. You’ll test optical tricks, physics, shadows, light drawing, classic riddles, and an upside-down world. Staff help explain the exhibits and take photos. The mobile ticket is offered in English and costs $15.58.

“The Museum of Illusions is a fun and unique place to visit. Very interactive, interesting and perfect for photos. A great activity for friends and families. Totally worth it and highly recommended!”

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3.Self-guided tour in Varna Archaeological Museum + ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 14 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $22

Spend 2 to 3 hours at Varna Archaeological Museum on a self-guided visit in English. You’ll see ancient tombstones, surgical tools, jewelry, and finds from Hellenistic, Roman, and medieval Bulgaria. Your booking includes museum admission, but you must watch for a second access voucher sent by email.

“This was a total rip off. I spent $11.50 for admission instead of a few lev. They gave me nothing & told me to read the English on the walls. You should be ashamed of yourselves for selling this”

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