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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

“My friend and I really enjoyed the wine tasting. Kalin was very knowledgeable and made us feel welcome. The wines and cheeses were all very good and we would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking to book such an activity in Sofia. Thank…”

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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

“Kalin was amanzingly friendly! On top of sharing his expertise on Bulgarian wine history, he is a producer himself. That was one of the best wine tasting experiences I had.”

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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

“Peter is informative, friendly & fun. He introduced us to places & local food we wouldn’t have discovered on our own. And was happy to answer any questions. It was the perfect start to our trip to Sofia.”

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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

“So interesting and such good value for money. The experience included a complimentary glass of wine then tasting 5 different wines which were accompanied with a lovely plate of cheese, meat and bread. The proprietor was very knowledgeable about the political and historical background of…”

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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

“Due to ideal circumstances (for us) we were the only ones taking the tour Sunday (04/08). This resulted in the undivided attention of the guide providing us with detailed information and making additional stops to requested places. Danny created an easy-going environment which made us…”

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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

“I had great time taking the cooking class with Mariela. The experience started even before I arrived to the kitchen. I contacted her on WhatsApp and together we decided the time of day for the class, as well as tailoring the the three course menu…”

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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

“Nicky was a fab guide, Drive to Plovdid and walked up around giving narrative on what we were visiting . He was very knowledgeable. The pace was great, not rushed, and gave time for us to ask questions. After Plovdid we wine wine tasing, Had…”

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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

“My friend and I had a great trip to the Rila Monastery and Wine Tasting. Our guide Victor was excellent and gave us much information about the Monastery that we would have never known had we gone on our own. We had a nice lunch…”

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