Visit St. Anastasia Island
Port of Burgas 4 hrs
Take a boat trip to this historic island with a monastery and lighthouse.
Where to stay
Hotels in Burgas
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
Bulgarian and English and Russian
Local currency
BGN
(BGN)
Local time
(GMT+3)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Center
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, 5-10% appreciated
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Shopska Salata
Kavarma
Tarator
Banitsa
When to visit Burgas
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan20
Cold, often snowy
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Feb25
Cold, possibility snow
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Mar40
Chilly, windy
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Apr60
Mild, pleasant
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May75
Warm, sunny
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Jun85
Hot, beach season
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Jul95
Very hot, peak beach
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Aug90
Hot, lively
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Sept70
Warm, pleasant
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Oct50
Mild, cooling
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Nov35
Cool, rainy
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Dec20
Cold, possibility snow
Things to do in Burgas
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
3 places
Birdwatching at Poda Protected Area
South of Burgas 3 hrs
Observe diverse bird species in this important wetland habitat.
Discover Burgas Lakes
Around Burgas 3 hrs
Explore the saline lakes, home to flamingos and other birdlife.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Relax on Burgas Central Beach
Sea Garden 4 hrs
Sunbathe, swim, and enjoy the Black Sea coast.
Explore Alexandrovska Street
City Center 2 hrs
Walk the main pedestrian street with shops, cafes, and historic buildings.
Experience Chengene Skele
South of Burgas 3 hrs
Visit this authentic fishing village with a museum and seafood restaurants.
Any time of day
1 place
Stroll through the Sea Garden
Sea Garden 2.5 hrs
Enjoy the expansive park with monuments, cafes, and sea views.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Burgas
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Road Trip Bulgaria™: Self-Drive Audio Guided Tour to Discover the Other Bulgaria
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Standard tour
Self-Guided Sand Festival in Burgas
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Unstructured tour
Bourgas Airport - Sunny Beach | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus Service | Book Now
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Bourgas Airport - Varna City | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus Service | Book Now
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Unstructured tour
Bourgas Airport - St.Constantine and Elena | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus service
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Unstructured tour
Private Airport Transfers from Bourgas Airport to Primorsko
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Bourgas Airport - Sinemorets | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus Service | Book Now
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Bourgas Airport - Golden Sands | Airport Transfer,Taxi, Bus Service | Book Now
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Practical ratings
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Near Burgas
Straight-line distance from the centre of Burgas.
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