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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.

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

“Great experience, well organized, great and interesting local wines that every wine lover must try, recommended.”

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3.Sofia: Guided Tasting of Local Wines and Cheeses

Discover Bulgaria's best wines and cheeses with this guided tasting in Sofia’s city center, combining local flavors, history, and expert insights in one hour.

★ 4.6

“Fantastic little wine and cheese shop! Great place to learn about Bulgarian wines. My tasting here was so very informative about Bulgarian geography, the wine regions, grapes, and of course the wines themselves. And as soon as he saw how interested I was, he spent…”

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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 was great, took us to delicious spots with lots of food, and was able to accommodate to everyone. He was passionate and you could tell how much he enjoyed what he did as well. He knew the history of the area well and gave…”

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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

“We absolutely loved this tour! Our tour was close to 4 hours and a highlight of our time in Sofia. We stopped for 3 smaller bites and ended with a meal at a traditional restaurant. We also went to 2 markets. Our guide was smart…”

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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

“I had a wonderful time on this experience. We walked to two small and cozy wine bars and one restaurant. Each location was very unique and not a place I would have found on my own. We sampled two wines and had some snacks at…”

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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

“We joined in a tour of Plovdiv and wine tasting. It was very good because there were only us that joined in the tour on that day. The guide was kind and had a lot of knowledge and tried to make us satisfed with our…”

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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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