Regional History Museum Sofia

"The Regional History Museum in Sofia offers a comprehensive look at the history of Bulgaria's capital, spanning from the 6th century BC to the 1940s. Located in the historic building of the former Central Mineral Baths, the museum features eight exhibition halls, along with two additional spaces for temporary exhibitions. Among its most notable artifacts are the ornate carriage of Bulgarian King Ferdinand and the Vitosha gold-sealed Deed of Tsar Ivan Shishman from 1378, which marks the first official use of the name Sofia for the city. Visitors can also explore a reconstruction of a Neolithic home dating back six millennia, providing insight into early human habitation in the region. The museum's mission is to narrate the millennia-old history of Sofia, one of Europe’s oldest cities. It also operates several branches, including the underground museum at St. Sophia Basilica, the Ancient Cultural Complex Serdica, and various historical sites associated with the city's rich past, such as the Tomb of Knyaz Alexander I Battenberg and the Triangular Tower of Serdica. The establishment of the museum was proposed by Mayor Vladimir Vazov in 1928, with its first permanent exhibition opening in late 1941. However, the original building at 3 Banski Square was destroyed during World War II bombing raids just three years later. After extensive renovations and planning, the museum officially moved to its current location in the Central Municipal Mineral Bath building on September 17, 2015. This relocation has allowed for a revitalized presentation of Sofia's extensive historical narrative, making it an essential destination for both locals and tourists."

"This building and its sophisticated neo-Byzantine architecture were once the city's public baths, opened in 1913. The structure remained in operation until 1986 and once offered the city's inhabitants swimming pools, saunas and rooms for massages and other types of treatments . Today it has been transformed into a museum and is surrounded by a beautiful park open to the public. Here it is possible to travel through the history of the city from Roman times to the Second World War. 👣How to get there: reachable on foot from Banya Bashi (300m- 4min). Metro stop: Serdika, lines M1 and M4. 🎟️Ticket cost: 6,00 BNG (3€)"

"If you are interested to learn more about the rich and long history of Sofia, check out Sofia's Regional History Museum, a fascinating museum that offers a deep dive into the rich and diverse history of the region. The museum open every day except Monday's and there is a small entrance fee."