Plan Your Trip to Sofia
Your complete guide to getting to the Bulgarian Security Summit.Venue
Inter Expo Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Getting There
Sofia is easily accessible by air, road and rail.
By Air
Sofia Airport (SOF) is just 10 minutes from the venue, with direct flights from across Europe.
By Car
Inter Expo Center is located on Tsarigradsko Shose Blvd with ample free parking on site.
By Public Transport
Metro Line 1 connects the airport to the city. Taxis and Uber are also widely available.
Entry Requirements
Bulgaria is an EU member state. Check entry requirements based on your nationality before travelling.
Bulgaria is an EU member state. Citizens of EU/EEA countries do not need a visa. Many other nationalities can enter visa-free for up to 90 days. Please check requirements based on your country of residence.
About Sofia
Sofia is one of Europe’s oldest capitals, blending a rich history with a vibrant modern culture. Nestled at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, the city offers a unique mix of Roman ruins, Orthodox churches, Soviet-era architecture, and a thriving café and arts scene.
1.3 Million
Population
UTC+3
Time Zone (October)
~15°C
Avg. temperature in October
BGN (Lev)
Currency · ~0.51 EUR
Useful Information
Everything you need to know before you arrive in Sofia.
Currency
Bulgarian Lev (BGN). 1 EUR ≈ 1.96 BGN. ATMs widely available.
Language
Bulgarian (Cyrillic script). English widely spoken in hotels and city centre.
Climate
October avg. ~15°C. Bring a light jacket — evenings can be cool.
Power & Plugs
Type C/F plugs, 230V / 50Hz. EU standard.
Time Zone
EET - UTC+3 in October (Eastern European Summer Time).
Emergency
Emergency number: 112. Police: 166. Ambulance: 150.