Varna Holidays

Sunshine, city buzz and a splash of seaside charm — Varna is Bulgaria’s Black Sea jewel where beach days and culture trips collide. This is coastal living with a dash of city chic.

Highlights

• 🏖️ Urban beaches: Sunbathe by day, sightsee by afternoon — no car needed.

• 🎭 Culture galore: Roman baths, ancient museums and quirky art galleries.

• 🌿 Sea Garden escape: An enormous park with sculptures, cafés and sea views for days.

• 🍹 Cool café culture: Outdoor terraces, craft bars and laid-back local vibes.

Getting around

Varna is super easy to navigate — that’s half the charm. Varna International Airport is just 10 minutes from the city centre, so your holiday starts before your suitcase hits the hotel floor. In town, buses and trolleys zip all over, but most sights are walkable if you don’t mind a gentle stroll. Fancy exploring further? Trains and buses link you to other Black Sea spots — but honestly, you’ll be too busy loving Varna’s café-lined streets to want to leave.

Things to do for families in Varna

Varna makes family holidays a breeze, mixing beachy fun with cultural nuggets the kids might actually enjoy. Spend a sunny morning building sandcastles at Varna Beach, then wander to the nearby Sea Garden — a vast green playground dotted with fountains, bike paths and playgrounds. The Dolphinarium is a surefire crowd-pleaser, and there’s a charming little zoo tucked inside the park too. For an indoor adventure, the Natural History Museum and Planetarium offer an air-conditioned break with plenty to learn and giggle about.

Things to do for couples in Varna

Couples looking for a coastal city break with a romantic twist will adore Varna. Take an evening stroll along the lively pier and watch the sunset paint the sky pink over the Black Sea. For a culture fix, the Archaeological Museum is packed with gold treasures and ancient artefacts — perfect for history buffs. When you’ve worked up an appetite, share a bottle of Bulgarian wine and a platter of local cheeses at a candlelit bistro hidden down a cobbled side street. End the night at a rooftop bar for sweeping city views and a toast to your seaside escape.

Things to do for groups in Varna

Round up the gang — Varna is a playground for mates who like a bit of everything. Start with a lazy day stretched out on the city beach, then get competitive with a game of beach football or frisbee. Culture vultures can drag the squad through ancient Roman bath ruins or quirky art exhibitions before refuelling at a trendy burger joint or street food market. As dusk falls, Varna’s nightlife wakes up: cool pubs, live music bars and cocktail lounges keep the good times rolling long after the sun has clocked off.

Things to do for foodies in Varna

Foodies, loosen that belt — Varna has treats at every turn. Mornings call for fresh banitsa from a local bakery, best enjoyed with a strong Bulgarian coffee at an outdoor café. For lunch, hunt down a family-run mehana (tavern) for hearty pork dishes and vibrant salads bursting with local tomatoes and feta. Seafood lovers should pull up a chair at a seafront spot and tuck into freshly grilled Black Sea fish with a squeeze of lemon. As the sun dips, sip a craft beer or fruity cocktail at one of the city’s stylish terrace bars, soaking up Varna’s laid-back vibe one bite at a time.