Experience in Sofia, Bulgaria by Ivanina

What is it like to live in Sofia? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

I would recommend it, but i am a bit subjective. It is a nice city and there are all kind of entertainment - parks, malls, cinemas,clubs, concerts, you name it.
Beware of the traffic. Try to live closer to your university or near a subway station.

What is the student lifestyle like in Sofia?

I did not live in Studentski grad a.k.a. Student's town. That is where the party is. But the conditions of the dorms are not great.

How much does it cost to live in Sofia?

It is cheap for foreigners. You can find a room in a shared apartment for about 150 euro. The food is cheap - a good meal at a restaurant in the center is about 10 euro.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Sofia? Is there any advice you can give?

Not really. But try facebook groups. Not agancies.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Shopska salad
Fries with cheese
Bulgarian breakfasts - banitsa, kifla, tutmanik

What places would you recommend visiting in Sofia?

Vitosha mountain
National history museum
Archeology museum
The Largo (old Serdika city at subway station Serdika)
Park Vrana

Is it good to eat out in Sofia? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

Divaka
Krivoto
Happy/Sasa
Mimas

Is the nightlife good in Sofia? Where is good to go?

Studentski grad 's clubs
Center - Sugar, Cap. Mogran

What advice would you give future students heading to Sofia?

Be open minded. Life in Sofia is great. Try to live like the locals and you wont regret it.