Plan Your Trip to Sofia
Your complete guide to getting to the Bulgarian Security Summit.Venue – Inter Expo Center
Bulgaria’s leading exhibition venue, on Tsarigradsko Shosse Boulevard, directly connected to the airport and the city centre by metro.
Official Partner Hotels
We’ve secured preferential rates with selected hotels in Sofia. Book with the codes below to get your exclusive summit discount.
★★★★★
East Plaza Hotel
Preferential summit rates
Sofia’s newest 5-star hotel, located on the same boulevard as Inter Expo Center. Book with the promo code for exclusive summit rates.
Promo code
BSS2026
Enter the code when booking at eastplazahotel.com
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Metropolitan Hotel Sofia
Tsarigradsko Shosse Blvd · ~1.3 km to venue
Preferential summit rates
Modern 4-star hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals, just 10 minutes from Sofia Airport. Free on-site parking is included for all guests.
Promo code
BSS26
★★★★★
Hyatt Regency Sofia
City centre · ~20 min to venue
Preferential summit rates
Elegant 5-star hotel on Vasil Levski Square, in the heart of Sofia’s city centre. Rates include breakfast and are valid for the nights of Oct 27-29, 2026.
Booking code
G-BSS6
Use the dedicated booking link and code G-BSS6
★★★★
Eurostars Sofia City
Sofia city centre · ~15 min to venue
10% off summit stays
Automatic discount applied for the nights of Oct 28-29, 2026 when booking direct. Enter the promo code in the code box on the hotel website.
Promo code
NAFTSO2026
★★★★★
Grand Hotel Sofia
City centre · ~20 min to venue
Preferential summit rates
Elegant 5-star hotel on Gurko Street, a short walk from Vasil Levski Square and the National Theatre. Rates include breakfast and are valid for stays between Oct 26-30, 2026.
Promo code
BSS1026
Sofia is easy to reach
By air, road or rail – and once you land, the venue is only one metro ride away.
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 underground parking on site and additional public parking nearby.
By Public Transport
Metro Line M4 connects Sofia Airport directly to the venue in under 10 minutes. Taxis are also widely available.
Parking
Parking is available at the venue and nearby, with no advance booking required.
Parking at Inter Expo Center
Parking is available directly at the venue and in a larger public car park nearby. No advance booking is required — simply take a ticket on arrival.
Venue map (PDF)IEC underground parking · €3 for up to 6 hours
Located directly at the venue, with 420 spaces and open 24/7. Each additional hour is charged at €1.
Public underground parking · €1.50 per hour
A short walk from the venue, with 1,300 spaces across two levels and usually plenty of availability. Open from 05:00 to 24:00.
Exhibitors
Each exhibiting company receives one complimentary parking pass, valid during exhibition hours. Full details on vehicle access, build-up and dismantling are provided in the Exhibitor Manual.
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+2
Time Zone (October)
5-15°C
Avg. temperature in October
EUR (Euro)
Currency · since January 2026
Useful Information
Everything you need to know before you arrive in Sofia.
Euro (EUR) - Bulgaria adopted the euro on 1 January 2026. Cards widely accepted, ATMs everywhere.
Bulgarian (Cyrillic script). English is widely spoken in hotels, the venue and the city centre.
Late October in Sofia: roughly 5–15 °C. Bring a jacket, because mornings and evenings can be cool.
Type C/F plugs, 230 V / 50 Hz - standard EU sockets. No adapter needed for EU visitors.
EET (UTC+2) during the summit - daylight saving ends on 25 October 2026.
Single European emergency number: 112.