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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: BGN
- Languages: Bulgarian, English, Russian, German
- Climate: Mediterranean
- Timezone: Europe/Sofia
- Population: Approximately 13,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit:
- Visa Requirements Visitors from EU countries, the UK, and the US do not require a visa for stays up to 90 days. Citizens from many countries can enter Bulgaria visa-free or obtain a visa on arrival. Electronic visas are not commonly used; travelers should check specific embassy requirements before visiting.
About Nessebar
Nessebar is a captivating ancient town located on Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast, renowned for its rich history and well-preserved medieval architecture. Often called the "Pearl of the Black Sea," it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that blends cultural heritage with seaside charm. Visitors are drawn to its narrow cobblestone streets, historic churches, and traditional wooden houses that reflect centuries of Thracian, Greek, Roman, and Byzantine influences. The town’s unique peninsula setting offers stunning sea views and a relaxed atmosphere. Nessebar’s combination of archaeological treasures and vibrant summer life makes it a compelling destination for history enthusiasts, beach lovers, and cultural travelers alike. Its lively old town is filled with artisan shops, cafes, and museums, providing an immersive experience of Bulgarian coastal culture.
Top Attractions
1. Old Nessebar Archaeological Reserve – A UNESCO site featuring ruins from Thracian, Roman, and Byzantine periods. 2. Church of St. Sophia – A striking medieval church known for its impressive architecture and historical significance. 3. Church of Christ Pantocrator – Famous for its well-preserved frescoes and ornate brickwork. 4. Nessebar Archaeological Museum – Exhibits artifacts from the town’s long history, including ancient pottery and coins. 5. The Ancient Fortress Walls – Remnants of defensive walls offering panoramic views of the sea and town.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy swimming and sunbathing on nearby beaches, exploring the old town’s historic sites on foot, and taking boat tours along the coast. Cultural experiences include attending local festivals, visiting art galleries, and sampling traditional crafts. Outdoor enthusiasts may also try hiking in the surrounding hills or cycling along coastal paths. Evening entertainment includes seaside dining and live music in local taverns.
Nessebar Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Bulgaria
- Duration Range: Visitors can enjoy swimming and sunbathing on nearby beaches, exploring the old town’s historic sites on foot, and taking boat tours along the coast. Cultural experiences include attending local festivals, visiting art galleries, and sampling traditional crafts. Outdoor enthusiasts may also try hiking in the surrounding hills or cycling along coastal paths. Evening entertainment includes seaside dining and live music in local taverns.
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The ideal visiting period is May through September for pleasant weather. Pack comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and light clothing. Respect local customs such as modest dress when visiting churches. Stay vigilant with personal belongings in crowded areas. Currency exchange and ATMs are widely available; credit cards are accepted in many places but having some cash is advisable.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $200
26 Available Tour Excursions in Nessebar
In Nessebar's Old Town, sunlight danced on cobblestones as you entered a charming, vine-draped winery. Cool stone walls whispered of history, and the air thrummed with anticipation. On a terrace overlooking the Black Sea's turquoise embrace, crystal glasses awaited, each holding a promise of enchantment. Your guide, a local with a twinkle in his eye, unveiled Bulgaria's secrets - the deep, earthy Mavrud, the crisp, citrusy Sauvignon Blanc, and the robust, oak-aged Melnik. Each sip, a journey through sun-drenched vineyards and family traditions. As the sun dipped, casting a golden glow, a cheese platter arrived, a symphony of flavors on your tongue. Laughter mingled with the sea breeze, creating an unforgettable tapestry of Bulgarian magic. You leaned back, the world slowing to the rhythm of waves, forever enchanted. Escape to a haven for Bulgarian gems! Since the beginning, we've championed the finest small-batch Bulgarian wines.
Price: $52.47
Duration: 1-2 hours
Nessebar is much more than what you read, know or experience on spot. This privately-guided tour will show you the hidden gems in the UNESCO town. It’s the only off-the-beaten-path tour that is going to amaze you with the help of technology, local people and presentation.
Price: $118.05
Duration: 1-3 hours
"Discover Bulgaria with dance" is the only workshop that gives tourists the opportunity to explore the culture of Bulgaria in the art of dance. You will learn a folklore dance. Our instructors will give you interesting trivial information and insights on the customs of the region. You will get to take photos in a traditional dance costume(garb).
Price: $30.69
Duration: 1 hours
Discover the best photo spots in the Old Town of Nessebar at your own pace. The photo of the location is really amazing, but most pedestrians pass by without noticing these hidden places. But it is in these places that you can take great photos that will impress your friends. You won't need a guide or a photographer to discover unusual, sometimes hidden and interesting locations. It is enough to have our guide (pdf) to guide you and give information about each object. You will receive a list with the exact locations where the best photo spots. For convenience, you will have two options: Link to the entire route created in Google Maps PDF file with description, photographs, and locations of the best photo spots. You can start the tour from a location close to you and create your own convenient route.
Price: $8.94
Duration: 2 hours
Join us on the Black Sea for a luxury Sunset while sipping champagne from chilled glasses and watch the sunset over the skyline of Sunny Beach and the historical Old Nessebar town.
Price: $62.01
Duration: 2 hours
Looking to go somewhere different than the beach? Enjoy a memorable wine tasting of 5 medal-winning wines combined with a history tour at the family-owned local winery DiVes! The tasting is accompanied by appetizers and water: - Rhodopean trout with a Muscat; - Vegetables (fresh and dried) from Thrace with a Rosé; - Bulgarian cheese from Plovdiv region with a Merlot; - Lukanka (local salami) from Stara Planina Mountain with a Pamid (the oldest Bulgarian wine variety); - Chocolate sticks with DiVes Sweet wine. The winery offers a big tasting hall for 50 people and a free bus/car parking. Our greatest honor has been to be recognized for the high quality of DiVes Estate wines at the most prestigious wine competition globally, Decanter World Wine 2014, with the first time ever Gold Medal awarded to Bulgaria, for our Merlo Barrique Special Selection 2012. Discover Bulgaria's best wines!
Price: $22.66
Duration: 1 hours
Nessebar is much more than what you read, know or experience on spot. This self-guided tour will show you the hidden gems in the UNESCO town. It’s the only off-the-beaten-path tour that is going to amaze you with the help of technology, local people and presentation.
Price: $34.58
Duration: 2-3 hours
This amazing boat trip will present you the bays of Nessebar, Ravda, Pomorie and Sunny beach in the distance which are also fantastic destinations. You have 4 hours inclusive of cruizing, stop for swimming and barbeque on the boat, fishing and sunbathing. All drinks are unlimited! The morning departure for 2024 starts at 09:30 and the afternoon departure starts at 14:30. If the sea conditions would not allow it for the afternoon, the departure will be switched for the morning so that you will always have the option to enjoy the trip. Please, note that sometimes depending on the sea/wind conditions fishing and swimming may be affected.
Price: $94.20
Duration: 4 hours
We are the largest and most exclusive catamaran in the Bay of Sunny Beach, Bulgaria. Our boat is characterized by its comfort and spaciousness. We have a large sun deck with six areas of nets where you can relax in the sun while sailing. We also have a central shaded area with comfortable seats and a bar where you can order your drinks.
Price: $85.86
Duration: 5 hours
Take the worry out of your departure to Burgas (BOJ) Airport and pre-book a private transfer to suit your group size (up to 8 people). Avoid the long lines for taxis at the hotel, and travel in the comfort of a Premium car or minivan.
Price: $65.58
Duration: 0 hours
A Unique Lavender Experience at DiVes Winery Join us for an extraordinary tour through the stunning lavender fields located on five terraces surrounding the DiVes winery. This is the first and only place in Bulgaria where you can sample the aromas of five distinct Bulgarian lavender varieties. Capture breathtaking photos among the vibrant lavender blooms, all with a picturesque sea view as your backdrop. This tour offers a truly memorable and sensory-rich experience that you won't find anywhere else. *Complimentary Experience: As part of your unforgettable experience, each visitor will receive a complimentary glass of DiVes wine. Choose from white, rosé, or red wine to enjoy as you soak in the beautiful surroundings and unwind in the heart of nature. --- Feel free to modify or expand this text as needed!
Price: $17.89
Duration: 0 hours
Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in the Church of Christ Pantocrator in the Old Nessebar. Very flexible and easy for the customer.
Price: $10.73
Duration: 1-3 hours
An eventful evening starting from 18:30 with the pick up from your hotel. We drive into the heart of the Bulgarian countryside and the village of Bata . There you will discover the key to the country`s heart and the soul of the Bulgarian culture. After a warm welcome enjoy dinner – a selection of delicious Bulgarian specialties. Then sit back, relax and be entertained. Melodious tunes and beautiful voices, fiery dances and brightly colored costumes. This performance of Bulgarian folklore is an outstanding experience. For the kids – own show, ride a donkey - driven cart, fire dance and dance music. The program features "The Fire of the Balkans" with music and narration about Bulgarian traditions, followed by the "Nestinari Ritual" performance with narration and professional light and sound. Choose between the two tour options - with private transportation and without transportation.
Price: $118.05
Duration: 5 hours
You will explore the old town of Nessebar on your own at your own pace, with the help of an audio guide and a map of the excursion route. Approaching the desired object, you dial its number and start playback. After paying for the tour, a link with access to audio files will be sent to your email. On the day of the excursion you have chosen, the link will become active and will be valid for 24 hours. You will listen to audio recordings through your phone. Attention: Internet consumption is minimal! The tour ends with a visit to the winery, where you will be treated to the best wines and you can try their great taste yourself. The Nessebar was founded about 3,000 years ago by the Thracians. Built on a small peninsula that attracts its guests with its romantic narrow streets and enchanting views. It has since then developed, but is still one of the oldest cities in Europe.
Price: $15.50
Duration: 2 hours
This amazing boat trip will enchant you at sunset. Very romantic enjoyment of this part of the Black Sea overlooking at Nessebar New & Old towns, Sunny Beach, Pomorie and Ravda. Absolutely fantastic end of the day suitable for couples, singles and families.
Price: $46.51
Duration: 1 hours
Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in the Old Town of Nessebar. Very flexible and easy for the customer.
Price: $22.66
Duration: 1-6 hours
Discover Bulgaria’s rich heritage at DiVes Winery, located on the historic Simeonova Mound—site of King Simeon the Great’s victory in 917 AD. With over 77 awards, the winery offers a tasting of 4 wines paired with Bulgarian finger foods: white wine with smoked trout, rosé with sun-dried tomatoes, red Grand Reserve with yellow cheese, and sweet wine with honey cake and chocolate. Non-alcoholic options are available for guests under 18. Continue your journey in Nessebar, a UNESCO site where ancient Roman ruins, 40 historic churches, and cobblestone streets meet the Black Sea breeze. Walk through centuries of history and feel the spirit of old Messembria in every stone.
Price: $46.51
Duration: 5 hours
Fully personalized electronic and audio guide with all info and logistics for you. Live maps and route for you to follow. An unique product which brings you stress-free travel at your own pace in St. Stephen Church in the Old Town of Nessebar. Very flexible and easy for the customer.
Price: $13.12
Duration: 1-6 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
- Check tour cancellation and refund policies
- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Nessebar’s cuisine highlights fresh seafood such as grilled fish, calamari, and shrimp, often served with traditional Bulgarian salads and bread. Signature dishes include Shopska salad, banitsa (cheese pastry), and tarator (cold cucumber soup). Dining customs emphasize fresh, locally sourced ingredients and communal meals. Noteworthy restaurants include traditional taverns in the old town offering authentic Bulgarian flavors and modern eateries with international menus.
Getting Around
Nessebar is accessible by bus or car from Burgas Airport, approximately 30 km away. Local transportation includes taxis and seasonal shuttle buses. The old town is best explored on foot due to narrow streets and pedestrian zones. Parking is available near the town entrance but limited inside. Taxi fares and local transport costs are generally affordable.
Travel Tips
The ideal visiting period is May through September for pleasant weather. Pack comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, and light clothing. Respect local customs such as modest dress when visiting churches. Stay vigilant with personal belongings in crowded areas. Currency exchange and ATMs are widely available; credit cards are accepted in many places but having some cash is advisable.
Culture & Customs
Nessebar’s culture reflects a blend of ancient traditions and modern Bulgarian coastal life. Social customs include polite greetings and respect for religious sites. Major festivals include the Nessebar Summer Festival featuring music, dance, and crafts. Visitors should observe quietness in churches and avoid loud behavior in historic areas. Hospitality and friendliness are typical of local residents.
