BulgariaVarna (Bulgarian: Варна, pronounced [ˈvarnɐ]) is the third-largest city in Bulgaria and the largest city and seaside resort on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast and in the Northern Bulgaria region. Situated strategically in the Gulf of Varna, the city has been a major economic, social, and cultural centre for almost three millennia. Historically known as Odessos (Ancient Greek: Ὀδησσός), Varna developed from a Thracian seaside settlement into a major seaport on the Black Sea. Varna is a significant hub for business, transportation, education, tourism, entertainment, and healthcare.
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Your Varna day plan
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Climate in Varna
Best time to visit: May–Jul, Sep
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Day trips and nearby cities from Varna
Staying more than a few days? These cities are close enough for a day trip or a night away. Distances are straight-line from Varna; times are rough estimates by road.
Day tripDobrich
Bulgaria
41 km≈ 45 min
Day tripShumen
Bulgaria
81 km≈ 1 h 35 min
Day tripBurgas
Bulgaria
87 km≈ 1 h 40 min
Long day or overnightConstanta
Romania
123 km≈ 1 h 55 min
Long day or overnightYambol
Bulgaria
140 km≈ 2 h 10 min
Long day or overnightSliven
Bulgaria
143 km≈ 2 h 15 min
Long day or overnightRuse
Bulgaria
174 km≈ 2 h 45 min
Long day or overnightBucharest
Romania
200 km≈ 3 h 10 min
From Varna you can reach Dobrich (41 km), Shumen (81 km), Burgas (87 km), Constanta (123 km) and Yambol (140 km) in about 45 min to 2 h 10 min by road. Each city page has its own sights, a day plan and flights.
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Questions about Varna
The most pleasant months are May to Jul, Sep, with comfortable temperatures and lighter crowds. Right now it averages about 9°C in November.
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You can fly into Burgas Airport, Varna Airport. Use the flight links on this page to compare fares and set a price alert.
Most visitors enjoy 2 to 3 days. Use the route builder below to get a day-by-day plan that groups sights by neighbourhood and includes lunch.