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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Lake Atanasovsko ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Activities
Lake Atanasovsko
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2. Aquae Calidae ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Aquae Calidae
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3. The Pier

Category: Activities
The Pier
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4. The Gramophone

The Gramophone
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5. The Lighthouse

Category: Activities
The Lighthouse
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6. The Sea Garden

Category: Activities
The Sea Garden
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7. The Beaches

Category: Beaches
The Beaches
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8. Saint Anastasia Island

Romantic Islands
Saint Anastasia Island
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9. Sea Casino Cultural Center

Category: Entertainment
Sea Casino Cultural Center
© Sea Casino Cultural Center

10. Poda Protected Area

Poda Protected Area
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11. Museum of Aviation

Category: Museums & Culture
Museum of Aviation
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12. Ethnographic Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Ethnographic Museum
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13. Regional Historical Museum of Burgas

Category: Attractions
Regional Historical Museum of Burgas
© Regional Historical Museum of Burgas

14. Archaeological Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Archaeological Museum
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15. Natural History Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Natural History Museum
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16. Church of Saint Cyril and Methodius

Church of Saint Cyril and Methodius
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17. Markeli Fortress

Category: Activities
Markeli Fortress
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18. DiVes Estate Winery

Category: Food & Drink
DiVes Estate Winery
© DiVes Estate Winery

19. Romance Pub & Pizza

Category: Food & Drink
Romance Pub & Pizza
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Whether nature or culture, Burgas offers a bounty of interesting experiences for visitors and locals alike.
  • Set along the shoreline of the Black Sea, the city is one of the largest in Bulgaria, and has a rich history dating back to ancient times, with the Romans and Ottomans having a presence there.
  • Today, travelers can learn about the different cultures that helped shape the destination it is today by visiting one of the Regional Historical Museum of Burgas extensions, including the Ethnographic Museum and the Natural History Museum.
  • For those who want to discover the beauty of the great outdoors, there are several places worth adding to the itinerary, including Lake Atanasovsko and The Sea Garden.
  • There are no shortage of great restaurants serving everything from traditional Bulgarian cuisine to Mediterranean food, and more.

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