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15 Best Sofia Wine & Food Tastings

The wine and food tastings in town: Bulgarian grapes that predate the Romans on this soil, mavrud poured with conviction and meze boards built for a long table. The wine country comes to Sofia so you do not have to choose.

1.Sofia: Wine & Cheese Tasting Experience

Discover Bulgaria’s unique wines and cheeses in Sofia with a knowledgeable guide. A 1-hour tasting perfect for wine lovers and curious travelers alike.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Great experience, wonderful introduction to Bulgarian wines in a good area. Guide was knowledgeable and friendly and even gave us some wine to try that he made personally!”

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2.Wine Tasting in Heart of Sofia

Explore Bulgarian wines with a local expert in Sofia. Taste five unique varietals, enjoy local cheeses, and learn Bulgaria's wine story in an authentic, cozy setting.

★ 5.0

“Highly recommend - this ended up being a private tasting for us in the wine store. We learned about the history of Bulgarian grapes and tasted delicious wines from each region across the country.”

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5.The New Sofia Food Tour with a Vintage Public Tram Ride

Explore Sofia’s highlights on this 3-hour food tour with a vintage tram ride, visiting historic sites, tasting authentic Bulgarian cuisine, and enjoying local wines.

★ 5.0

“Great way to experience the highlights and history of Sofia with a local who knows a lot about the city firsthand. Short walks in between stops and plenty to see and discuss in between the unique buildings and sites. Highly recommend you start your visit…”

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7.Wine and Tapas Boutique Bulgarian Wine Tasting

Discover Bulgarian wines and local flavors in Sofia with this intimate tasting tour. Enjoy boutique wines, cheeses, meats, and expert insights in a relaxed setting.

★ 5.0

“We came here to do a wine tasting cheese and wine evening. We arrived early and were greeted by Maria, who kindly took us to our well prepared table ready for the wine tasting. From the many wine tasting experiences we have signed up to…”

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8.Market Food Tour

Discover Sofia’s authentic flavors on this 3-hour market food tour visiting three local markets with tastings, historical insights, and a small group experience.

★ 4.5

“Excellent guide. Enthusiastic, informative, and interesting. The food choices were delicious and the markets were fun to browse.”

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9.Special Selection Bulgarian Wine Tasting

Discover Bulgaria's finest wines in Sofia with this intimate tasting experience featuring five carefully selected Bulgarian wines, cheeses, and cold cuts in vintage surroundings.

★ 5.0

“This experience provided a great introduction to Bulgarian wine. Tried five delicious wines and enjoyed local meats and cheeses that paired well with the wines. My host, Yohanna, was very informative and personable. Highly recommend!”

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10.Sofia Wine Walk

Discover the boutique wines of Sofia with this intimate walking tour, tasting in three unique venues led by a passionate local guide for authentic flavors.

★ 5.0

“If you are in Sofia do yourself a favour and book this wine tour. Pavlin was extremely knowledgeable. The wine was delicious and varied. Great tour to kick off my stay in Sofia!”

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11.Bulgarian Food tasting, cullinary-historical tour, Cooking class

Discover authentic Bulgarian cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Sofia. Visit local markets, learn traditional dishes, and enjoy a delicious meal.

★ 4.5

“Mariela was so generous with her time, experiences, history of Sofia and friendship. Of course the cooking was superb, delicious and left us wanting more.”

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12.Plovdiv and Thracia Valley with Wine Tasting

Discover Bulgaria’s highlights on this full-day tour from Sofia, including Plovdiv’s old town, a renowned winery, and wine tasting in Thracia Valley for around $172.

★ 4.5

“We had a great day out visiting Plovdiv and it’s ancient buildings, the highlight was the Roman amphitheater. Our tour guide was very helpful and knowledgable! The wine tasting in Thracia valley was also a great experience. Delicious wines!”

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13.3-Hour Private Bulgarian Food Tasting Tour of Sofia

Explore Sofia's flavors on a 3-hour private food tour, tasting regional specialties, hearing stories, and enjoying personalized attention with a local guide.

★ 5.0

“My husband and I took chose the vegetarian option as we do not eat meat. Our guide met us at our hotel and we were off. At the first stop, we had a fried dough appetizer with powdered sugar, cheese, and blueberry jam. These were…”

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14.Bulgarian Prime Cuts and Wine Tour

Discover authentic Bulgarian flavors on a guided tour in Sofia, sampling prime meats and local wines in an elegant, intimate setting. Perfect for meat lovers.

★ 4.5

“This was my introduction to sofia, as I had just arrived a few hours prior. Rado was fantastic. He runs a hostel and I met him at his bar area. A very cool spot w some unique artistic decor. The prime cuts and cheese were…”

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15.Rila Monastery and Wine Tasting Tour

Discover Bulgaria’s iconic Rila Monastery and enjoy a wine tasting at Medi Valley with this private 8-hour tour from Sofia, perfect for culture and wine lovers.

★ 4.0

“I really enjoyed this tour. It was me, my husband and the guide. This is a nice side tour when visiting Sofia. It gets you out of the city and you are able to explore more of Bulgaria. The Monastery was beautiful and our guide…”

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