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National Museum of History

Bulgaria's largest museum with over 650,000 artifacts

The National Museum of History is Bulgaria's largest museum and houses over 650,000 historical items. The museum traces the history of Bulgaria from prehistoric times to the present day. Notable exhibits include ancient Thracian treasures, medieval artifacts, and collections from the National Revival period. The museum is located in the former residence of Communist leader Todor Zhivkov.

Practical Information

Opening Hours

Monday-Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Closed on national holidays

Entry Fee

€7.50

Estimated Duration

120 minutes

Contact Information

Address

Vitoshko Lale 16,
1618 Sofia

+359 2 955 4280

info@historymuseum.org

Amenities

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Guided Tours Available

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National Museum of History

National Museum of History

National Museum of History

National Museum of History

National Museum of History

Location

42.653200, 23.270700

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