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Aerial view of Golden Sands beach resort , Zlatni Piasacithe near Varna, Bulgaria
Aerial view of Golden Sands beach resort , Zlatni Piasacithe near Varna, Bulgaria

Discover Varna, Bulgaria

Golden Beaches. Ancient Ruins.

Located on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast, this resort town boasts the ruins of a 2nd century Roman bath and an excellent Archaeological Museum housing some of the world's oldest jewelry. But Varna is also a cosmopolitan city with a fine stretch of beach and an impressive repertoire of restaurants, cafés and clubs.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Varna

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Aerial view of lighthouse at sunset in Varna, Bulgaria. Experience Varna’s picture-perfect coast.
Stone Forest - Fabulous Rock Phenomenon. Varna Province, Bulgaria Pobiti Kamani, also known as The Stone Desert, is a natural phenomenon.
Aerial view of The Cathedral of the Assumption in Varna The gold onion domes of the Cathedral of the Assumption are a city landmark.
Aerial drone view of sea and coast above Varna, Bulgaria. Beautiful summer day. See Varna’s scenic coastline on a guided tour.
Bulgaria 2018, bronze bells in Varna carnival Bronze bells in Varna carnival.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

Beach on the Golden Sands, Bulgaria

Famous For

Gateway to ancient ruins, Varna is renowned for its thermal mineral baths and exquisite Black Sea beaches.

bulgarian cuisine, items of bulgaria

Exquisite Flavours

Banitsa is a flaky pastry delight, and fresh, locally sourced Black Sea mussels are unlike any other. 

The Archaeological Museum, Varna, BulgariaHistorical building, Varna, BulgariaThe Archaeological Museum, Varna, Bulgaria

Fun Facts

The Varna Archaeological Museum is one of Bulgaria’s largest museums and its exhibits include the Gold of Varna — the world’s oldest gold treasure that dates back to 4600 – 4200 BCE.

Port Name & Location

Port of Varna - Bulgaria

Ship will ANCHOR OFF SHORE at this port.

Language

Bulgarian is the local language spoken in Varna. "Dobar den" means hello and "Blagodarya" is thank you. For excuse me, say "Izvinete." And to ask how much something is, say "kolko struva?"

Time Zone

Eastern European Time GMT/UTC+2

Currency & Shopping

Varna offers diverse shopping experiences for travellers, from large shopping centres featuring well-known international brands to boutique shops showcasing local goods.

Featured Varna Itineraries

Learn More about Varna

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