All religion museums to visit in Bulgaria

Explore the diverse world of religious beliefs and practices at 9 religion museums in Bulgaria. These museums offer insights into various faiths and their cultural significance.

Are you interested in the history and impact of religion? These are the top religion museums in Bulgaria:

  1. St. Nedelya Church1

    St. Nedelya Church

     Sofia
    Saint Nedelya Cathedral is an Eastern Orthodox cathedral located in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. It serves as a cathedral of the Sofia bishopric of the Bulgarian Patriarchate. This religious site is a significant part of the city's spiritual and cultural heritage, offering visitors a glimpse into the rich history and traditions of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church.
  2. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral2

    Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

     Sofia
    The St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, located in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is a significant religious and architectural landmark. Constructed in the Neo-Byzantine style, it serves as the cathedral church of the Patriarch of Bulgaria. It is also recognized as one of the 50 largest Christian church buildings by volume globally.
  3. Dragalevtsi Monastery3

    Dragalevtsi Monastery

     Sofia
    The Dragalevtsi Monastery of the Holy Mother of God of Vitosha is a Bulgarian Orthodox monastery situated on the lower slopes of Vitosha mountain, on the outskirts of Sofia, the capital of western Bulgaria. This location offers a serene and tranquil environment, making it an ideal place for tourists seeking peace and quiet. The monastery's location also provides a stunning view of the surrounding landscape, adding to its appeal for visitors.
  4. The Rotunda Church of St George4

    The Rotunda Church of St George

     Sofia
    The Rotunda of St. George, an early Christian church, is a significant historical site located in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria. Constructed from red brick, the church is situated in the area known as Serdica, which is the historical center of the city. This location offers visitors a chance to explore the rich history of Sofia and its early Christian roots.
  5. National Institute and Museum of Archaeology5

    National Institute and Museum of Archaeology

     Sofia
    The National Institute and Museum of Archaeology (National Institute of Archaeology with Museum in Bulgarian Academy of Sciences) is devoted to the culture of tribes and peoples that have occupied present day Bulgaria from the remote past until the 18th century. The museum is an archaeological museu
  6. Regional Ethnographic museum of Plovdiv6

    Regional Ethnographic museum of Plovdiv

     Plovdiv
    The Regional Ethnographic museum of Plovdiv houses over 40,000 objects mostly relating to the traditions of the population of Plovdiv and its cultural and economic environment. The collection of the Regional Ethnographic museum of Plovdiv includes objects made of copper, pottery, ancient weapons, wo
  7. Banya Bashi Mosque7

    Banya Bashi Mosque

     Sofia
    The Banya Bashi Mosque, also known as Seyfullah Efendi Mosque, is a significant historical and religious site in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. It is the only active mosque in the city and is considered one of the oldest mosques in Europe. This mosque, built during the Ottoman Empire, continues to serve as a place of worship and is a testament to the city's rich history and cultural diversity.
  8. Museum of the Revival8

    Museum of the Revival

     Varna
    The Museum of the Revival is housed in a building from the 19th century, which had several purposes, including being a high school for girls after the Liberation. The museum highlights important moments of the history of Varna and its region during the Revival period in the 19th century. The first f
  9. The Red Flat9

    The Red Flat

     Sofia
    Entering the Red Flat means travelling back in time to Communist Bulgaria of the 1980’s. By visiting the home of an average family you will discover what everyday life was like for ordinary Bulgarians during the Cold War. Work and leisure, school and vacation, eating, drinking, watching TV, partying