Sofia

Sitting below Vitosha Mountain, the capital of Bulgaria seems poised to become a remote worker hotspot. With a walkable city center, fast internet, a great food scene, remote worker-friendly cafes and welcoming locals, it's difficult not to enjoy your time in Sofia. Nice apartments can be rented for as little as 400 EUR per month and there's a vibrant nightlife scene to take advantage of as well. A collection of interesting historical sights offer chances for sightseeing and other destinations in the country and across the Balkans are all accessible for a weekend trip.

Monthly cost of living for remote workers

A remote worker can expect to spend an average of 2417 1395 1235 ${ selected_currency } per month in Sofia, with an average rent of 1063 613 543 ${ selected_currency }.

Rent 1 bedroom apartment / modern / central / short term	${ selected_currency } 1063 613 543
Groceries Basic groceries	${ selected_currency } 19 11 10
Dining out 12 dinners and 8 lunches	${ selected_currency } 426 246 218
Cafe 20 coffees / teas	${ selected_currency } 51 29 26
Coworking space 1 month membership / hot desk	${ selected_currency } 262 151 134
Mobile internet Prepaid SIM / 5 GB data / fast	${ selected_currency } 19 11 10
Public transportation 20 roundtrip journeys	${ selected_currency } 56 32 29
Taxis 5 short trips	${ selected_currency } 23 13 12
Shared bicycles and scooters 10 trips	${ selected_currency } 75 43 38
Sport and cultural events 1 event	${ selected_currency } 34 20 17
Museums and sights 3 sights / entrance tickets	${ selected_currency } 22 13 11
Nightlife 5 nights out / 3 drinks per night	${ selected_currency } 153 88 78
Gym 1 month membership	${ selected_currency } 43 25 22
Yoga 10 classes	${ selected_currency } 116 67 59
Massage 1 massage	${ selected_currency } 55 32 28
TOTAL	${ selected_currency } 2417 1395 1235

Average weather in Sofia

Most common months to visit: April-June, September-October

Latest updates

A to JazZ Festival 2021 - 9-11 July 2021

Italy and Belgium extend strict quarantines for entries from Bulgaria

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What to know

Population	1,270,169
Main airport	Sofia International Airport (SOF)
Language	Bulgarian
Tap water	Not drinkable
Tipping	10% in restaurants, 1-2 BGN at bars and cafés
Taxi apps	TaxiMe, TaxiStars

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