Day trips · Day trips
Getting to Rila
Car, bus or tour
About Getting to Rila
Rila Monastery is about two hours by car from Sofia. There are buses, and many companies run day tours. The Seven Rila Lakes are best visited on a separate day, by car or on a tour.
Why it's on our list
- About 2 hours by car
- Buses and day tours
- The lakes are a separate day
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Getting to Rila before you go.