Bulgaria has long become a popular holiday destination for tourists from different countries, especially from Europe. Resorts are constantly being updated and developed, the service is being brought up to world standards, there are more targeted offers for connoisseurs of exclusiveness, as well as for those who do not want to spend a lot. If we add to the above the local flavor, many sunny days a year, beautiful nature and other important elements, a vacation on the Bulgarian coast becomes a real boon. Different cities offer something special: somewhere it is better to have a rest with a large company, in other places it will be comfortable for tourists with children, and some parts of the country have been chosen by couples of lovers. Also, you can not only sunbathe on the beach, but also go on various excursions and stock up on souvenirs.
Popular Bulgarian seaside resorts
List of the most popular destinations, photos and descriptions!
Golden Sands
The beaches of the city are located between the sea and the natural park, which makes the area very picturesque. The resort is versatile. It will be comfortable for tourists who love different types of recreation: from quiet family to active. There are many water attractions, a water park, health resorts and spas, clear water springs. The nightlife is in full swing: the clubs are open. Bars and restaurants. The beaches are wide, covered with sand, the sea is shallow near the coast.
Albena
It is located on the territory of Baltata - a natural reserve. The largest balneological center in the country. The beach is wide and long, covered with fine sand. There are many cafes and restaurants along the coast. You can stay in hotels and boarding houses. The taverns offer local cuisine. Regular show programs will not let you get bored in the evenings. An extensive infrastructure has been created for active recreation. Prices are high, as wealthier Western Europeans come here.
Sunny Beach
Tourist resort, stretching for seven kilometers. Here are hundreds of hotels in different price categories. The conditions are created for families, young people and lovers of silence. The geography of Sunny Beach is such that vacationers with different interests do not interfere with each other. Playgrounds have been built. The beach, located in the bay, is sheltered from the winds. It is shallow at the very shore. There is a water park nearby.
Saint Constantine and Helena
Located near Varna. Green spaces are ubiquitous, the abundance of trees and shrubs influenced the microclimate - made it softer. Mineral springs are used for treatment and prevention. You can rent not only hotel rooms, but also villas. Those who like active rest are provided with golf courses, courts, and horseback riding is also popular. The beach is wide with dense buildings: from the pier to all kinds of entertainment venues.
Sunny day
A resort complex for a thousand places located near Varna. Thermal springs are a reason to improve the health of vacationers. The beach is spacious and has everything you need. Covered in sand, receives annual awards for cleanliness. The entrance to the sea is smooth, the bottom is even, without any changes in depth. There is a lot of greenery around. Active rest in the form of entertainment and excursions is combined with the opportunity to lie on a sun lounger all day. The resort is one of the elite.
Dunes Resort
Located near the mountain range. Mountain air here mixes with pine. The name comes from the sand dunes scattered along the coast. All hotels are of the highest class in terms of comfort and variety of services. They work on an "all inclusive" system. Entertainment - horseback riding, courts, hiking, restaurants, discos. There are attractions for children and adults. Trips to nearby islands are popular.
Riviera Holiday Club (Riviera Holiday Club)
Gated resort complex located near Varna. There is a rich selection of entertainment and an increased level of comfort. Several hotels overlook a sandy beach with rich infrastructure. The entrance to the water is smooth, the bottom is also sandy, without any changes in depth. Pools and thermal springs complete the overall picture. Spa and sports activities are available to all guests. There is a natural park around the complex.
Sveti Vlas
A fairly young resort, adjacent to other popular holiday destinations for visitors. Local waters are saturated with iodine, and the air is mountainous, which is why people who want to improve their health often stop in the village. The choice of hotels and guesthouses is wide. Bars, spas, fitness rooms, restaurants and other places for both entertainment and outdoor activities are open almost round the clock. There are three sandy beaches in the area: convenient for swimming, many additional services.
Sozopol
The resort has a unique architecture associated with its rich history. A resting place for many celebrities and creative people. The vegetation in the area is diverse, which is due to the status of the reserve, as well as the presence of a river flowing nearby. In Sozopol there are three sandy beaches of medium occupancy. Excursions to old churches are popular. Small restaurants offer local cuisine.
Primorsko
Located on a wide promontory, which distinguishes the resort from its neighbors. There are rare species of animals and plants on the territory. You can stay in guesthouses, sanatoriums and hotels from three stars. The beaches differ mainly in the calmness of the sea: there are almost windless, there are stormy ones. They are also landscaped in different ways, although each has a mandatory minimum in the form of umbrellas, sun loungers, booths and more.
Varna
Large and old resort. In addition to the beaches, there is something to see in terms of attractions. The mud of the nearby lake, as well as the water of mineral springs, are used as healing. Bars, cafes and restaurants offer a wide range of drinks and dishes, both local and traditional. Seafood and fresh fruits dominate the diet of the inhabitants. In addition to the well-maintained beaches, there are several wild and nudist beaches.
Balchik
A port city with remarkable architecture: some of the buildings are located in an amphitheater. Hotels and guesthouses coexist with villas and sanatoriums, so there is a wide choice of accommodation. Restaurants and cafes serve dishes from different cuisines of the world, including Russian and Ukrainian. Attractions - a botanical garden, a historical museum, a fort is located nearby. Entertainment: golf course, yacht and boat rental, bars and discos.
Nessebar
Located on a peninsula, an ancient European city. The beach is covered with fine golden sand. There is a lot of entertainment and attractions here: you can rent various swimming equipment, play volleyball, go diving or run a kite. Hotel prices are more democratic than in neighboring resorts. The restaurants specialize in seafood, although there are plenty of other dishes.
Kranevo
Located close to Albena and Golden Sands. A picturesque place: lindens, cypresses, oaks give it a special shape. There is a youth camp here. Housing prices are affordable. Cafes and restaurants give preference to national cuisine. The discovery of mineral springs made it possible to make Kranevo a place of treatment and prevention of diseases. The beach stretches for more than five kilometers, is covered with sand, the sea is clean.
Burgas
Located in the east of the bay of the same name. Most of the beaches have a smooth entrance to the water, developed infrastructure, all of them are covered with sand. In addition, tourists can visit one of the museums, visit the picturesque lakes or go on a field excursion to another tourist center. It is possible to rent housing in the private sector, although hotels in this regard are preferable in terms of services and comfort.
Byala
The resort is very diverse in terms of leisure activities.In addition to the well-equipped beach, where you can spend the whole day without boredom, there are additional entertainment options. Hunting grounds are located nearby, where, if you have a license, you can shoot game. Underwater fishing is also developed, diving instructors give lessons, and there are sailing lessons. Local wine and grapes are famous throughout the country. Vast forests come almost to the water itself.
Overview
It is believed that the local sea is warmer than the neighboring resorts. In addition to traditional shops and cafes, there are national taverns and a food market with local riches: fruits, spices, wine, fish and others. There are few large hotels, but the coast is dotted with villas and cottages. Mineral springs attract tourists no less than clean sandy beaches. Spas and gyms can help you relax and get in shape.
Elenite
The resort can be called closed: inside it has everything you need for a comfortable and varied vacation. The restaurants offer an amazing atmosphere, each with a unique style to match the kitchen. There is a water park and a kids club. There are many attractions on the beach, the entrance to the water is smooth, the shallow water stretches for a rather long distance from the shore. All this makes Elenite a center for family recreation. Bars, discos, spas and sports grounds are open for adults.
Pomorie
Located on the peninsula. The resort is primarily famous for mud therapy. Salt lakes located on its territory are one of the main attractions of Pomorie. There is a beach, but it is much worse than in neighboring cities: it has a brown tint, and some parts of the coast are covered with stones. You can stay in one of the hotels, but most tourists choose sanatoriums and boarding houses.
Kiten
Located near the mouth of the Karagach River. The prices are affordable when compared with neighboring resorts. It is surrounded on one side by rocks, so the winds are rare and not too strong. In addition to hotels, there are other accommodation options, for example, equipped camping sites. Bulgarian wines and fish - traditional lunch in Kiten. Three beaches are practically indistinguishable from each other: comfortable, covered with sand, with a gentle entrance into the water.
Lozenets
Historically - a fishing settlement, a vineyard. Now, although the traditions are partially preserved, it is more related to resort recreation than to crafts. The infrastructure is being renewed from year to year - Lozenets is developing rapidly. The natural attraction is Strandzha Mountain. The beach is sandy, equipped with everything you need and is not very wide. Hotels are varied, small cottages are available for rent.
Kavarna
The uniqueness of the resort is the coastal strip with a length of more than forty kilometers. The beaches are diverse, differ only in the number of additional services, although there is one artificial one that stands out from the general row. The sights of the area are ancient buildings and ruins. The Maritime Museum will be interesting for both children and adults, as well as city fountains. Restaurants and shops are a must-have for relaxation.
Topola
Located in a picturesque area where hills and meadows covered with vegetation coexist. The local water, enriched with magnesium and iodine, is used for medical procedures. A modern medical center has been built in Topola, providing a wide range of services. Active recreation is represented by horseback riding, diving, hiking, sightseeing tours of all kinds, including by helicopter.
Ahtopol
Located near the border with Turkey at the foot of Strandzha Mountain. Not the most popular resort, so the prices are low. If you get tired of lying on the beach, you can go to inspect the ancient castle, take a walk in the local park or visit the Ropotamo nature reserve. The beaches are clean and not too crowded, all the necessary little things are rented. The choice of housing is sufficient, and for any wallet.
Ravda
The resort is focused primarily on children and youth recreation. The sports infrastructure is one of the best in the country. Classes are held for beginner divers, riders, surfers. Rowers and others. Both adults and children can attend lessons. There are large hotels, although the priority for tourists is camp sites, guesthouses, mini-hotels. Fast food is more widespread in Ravda than in other places.
Shkorpilovtsi
Located on the northern coast of Bulgaria. The settlement is quite small, but its beach is huge and popular with tourists: 13 kilometers long and about 100 meters wide. There are few hotels, cottages are rented. The area is suitable for lovers of quiet and sedate relaxation, as well as for families with small children. Cafes and restaurants are also few in number, but they know how to surprise with the quality of the national cuisine.
Gull
A resort close to Golden Sands. Accommodation for accommodation of all categories: hotels, mini-hotels, boarding houses, cottages. The beach is small but very well maintained. Here, umbrellas and sun loungers are rented, there is entertainment, such as renting a catamaran, riding a "banana" and other things. The vegetation is dense and surrounds the beach on both sides. Helps to escape the heat. Cafes and restaurants within walking distance.
Rusalka resort
It is the northernmost holiday destination in Bulgaria. It is located in the bay, the name of which translates as "bird": all because of the birds nesting nearby. Some hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis, there are also more budget accommodation. The restaurants offer local cuisine. Some of them hold master classes. Entertainment - visiting natural and man-made attractions, outdoor games, sports.
Kamchia
It is located on the territory of a national reserve. Clean sandy beaches are adjacent to the river, dense forests, thickets of bushes, coming right to the shore. There are few hotels, mostly mini. Many tourists choose to stay at campsites. On the other hand, there are many restaurants and cafes, and the fish theme prevails there. Due to the favorable geographic location, it is convenient to get to other, more popular resorts from here.
Tsarevo
It is the southernmost resort in Bulgaria on the Black Sea coast. Three beaches are covered with fine sand. All of them are located in lagoons. Since the main tourist flow is made up of Bulgarians themselves, prices for housing are also low. And for food and a few entertainment. The harbor, the royal church, the Greek settlement are the sights of the village. There is a national park nearby.
