11 excursions in 3 regions, by area and place.
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This is part of our Travel guide for Bulgaria, with tolls, traffic rules and routes.
You know the feeling: the tent is up, the weather isn't playing along and the children want to do something fun. So we've put together, region by region, what there is to do nearby in Bulgaria.
Looking for things to do near your campsite? Pick your region below. For each place you'll find the excursions, each with its official website. We picked them for children of around 7 and 9, and we only list places whose own website we checked on 14 October 2026. Opening hours, age limits and prices change, so take a quick look at the website before you go.
Compiled and checked by Arjan (Zuidlaren) · Sources are in the text · updated 20 October 2026 · About this page
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11 Excursions
Location: Sonnenstrand Species: Wasserpark
Action Aquapark in Sunny Beach is the first water park in Bulgaria, according to the website. The brave slide down the Black Hole, Twister or Kamikaze; families ride the Niagara together. Young children have the Water Castle and Adventure Island.
📍 Sunny Beach
ℹ️ Good to know: Summer
Parents relax in the hot tub, only in summer.
Location: Varna Species: Delfinarium
In the large marine park of Varna you can see the dolphins Dolly, Joanna, Bimbo, Kimbo and Flipper in a show. According to the website, you can also swim with dolphins, get a kiss from a seal and drink coffee with underwater views. On Mondays the dolphins have a day off.
📍 Varna (Primorski Park)
Location: Balchik Species: Palace and Garden
Queen Maria's summer palace in Balchik, the 'silent nest by the sea', with a large botanical garden by the water. According to the website open all year round, also on weekends, with virtual tour and interactive map. There are restaurants too.
Also via Official website
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Location: Sofia Species: Zoo
The Sofia Zoo was founded in 1888 and is the oldest in the Balkans. Over 1000 animals from 220 species from all over the world live there, 51 of them threatened. It is open without rest day and has over 500,000 visitors a year.
★ 4.2 (Google, 18,210 reviews, Oct 2026)
Location: Sofia Species: Mitmachzentrum
Muzeiko in Sofia is a science museum designed especially for children, full of hands-on stations and with a climbing wall. According to the website, there is also a planetarium, a café-restaurant and DIY programmes. Tickets are available online; a good plan for rainy days.
★ 4.7 (Google, 7,093 reviews, Oct 2026)
ℹ️ Good to know: Indoors
Location: Sofia Species: Indoor fun
Trampoline park in Sofia Ring Mall on the ring road, with modern trampoline zones and interactive attractions. According to the website, there is a light wall, monkey bars, a large airbag and battle beams where you try to knock each other off the beam. Ideal after a long journey.
📍 Sofia (Sofia Ring Mall)
ℹ️ Good to know: Indoors
Location: Sofia Species: Indoor fun
Indoor karting track at Sofia Ring Mall, in the same mall as Area 52. According to the website, the track is 630 metres long with 17 turns, and you can just come by and drive. Children's birthday parties and a Cart Academy. Open every day until late.
📍 Sofia (Sofia Ring Mall)
ℹ️ Good to know: Inside, daily
Location: Sofia Species: Bowling
Bowling chain with three halls in Sofia: Joy Station, Sky City Mall and Lyulin. According to the website, it all started in 2003, today there are over 22 lanes with modern technology. Many Bulgarian families celebrate children’s birthdays there, plus a catering menu.
📍 Sofia (Joy Station, Sky City Mall, Lyulin)
ℹ️ Good to know: Indoors
A good rainy-day outing.
Location: Sofia Species: Church (UNESCO)
The Boyana Church on the outskirts of Sofia is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and consists of three buildings from different centuries. The frescoes of 1259 are one of UNESCO’s most important collections of medieval painting. A small church, so a short visit that works well with children.
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Location: Sofia Species: Museum
The National Museum of Earth and Man in Sofia is full of minerals, with its own exhibition of huge crystals. According to the website, there are also collections on Bulgarian minerals, gems and agates, as well as a geology corner for children and adults.
★ 4.6 (Google, 2,317 reviews, Oct 2026)
ℹ️ Good to know: Indoors
Location: Bansko Species: Cable car
From Bansko, the gondola takes you up into the Pirin Mountains, to the ski area around Banderishka polyana. According to the website, there are lifts and slopes for all levels and a children’s lift for the youngest skiers.
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Do you want to travel from the capital for a day without driving yourself? Here you will find online bookable day trips.
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