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Europe Bulgaria Sofia Bars & Nightlife Sense Hotel Rooftop Bar

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Sense Hotel Rooftop Bar

The guide was updated: 2023-10-27

With its unobstructed view of the iconic Aleksandar Nevski Cathedral and central Sofia, Sense Hotel's Rooftop Bar ranks amongst the finest for city panoramas. On top of that, the bar is excellently staffed with bartenders who know a thing or two about mixology.

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Address: 16 Tsar Osvoboditel Blvd., Sofia
Website: www.sensehotel.com
Phone: +359 700 20670

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Tiffany

Tiffany

Tiffany has everything you need: a lovely interior, a big bar, guest DJs and a massive dance floor. One of the best nightclubs in the city with go-go dancers, loud beats and a party atmosphere, Tiffany offers the quintessential nightclubbing experience.

Hambara Bar

Hambara Bar

The tucked away gem of a bar might be quite hard to locate. Walk down a small alley and seek out a door with no identifying sign on it, give it a knock and wait to be let into the candle-lit space of this underground bar. The absence of electricity truly creates a unique atmosphere.

Sense Hotel Rooftop Bar

Sense Hotel Rooftop Bar

With its unobstructed view of the iconic Aleksandar Nevski Cathedral and central Sofia, Sense Hotel's Rooftop Bar ranks amongst the finest for city panoramas. On top of that, the bar is excellently staffed with bartenders who know a thing or two about mixology.

J.J. Murphy's

J.J. Murphy's

J.J. Murphy's is a cosy pub that was first founded in Cork, Ireland but has expanded all the way to Sofia. Enjoy live music while sipping on a pint, or come here and watch a football match. Live music shows are put on every now and then. There is a garden designated for smokers.

Raketa Rakia Bar

Raketa Rakia Bar

The stylized space of Raketa Rakia restaurant and bar is packed with socialist memorabilia, making for an exotic interior that helped turn the place into a magnet for visiting foreigners. Several varieties of Bulgarian rakia are on offer (a brandy that packs quite a punch with its 40-degree strength).

DADA Cultural Bar

DADA Cultural Bar

The "cultural" in the bar's name stands for the frequently held performances, music sets, readings, and other social events held within its walls. It's a great place to grab an evening drink in a pleasant, artsy atmosphere. Check the website to see what's on when you're in town.

One More Bar

One More Bar

The intimate and refreshing courtyard seating area and the well-crafted cocktails make for some of the city's best settings for a leisurely evening drink. The place serves food, and the staff are English-speaking. Choose from a rather wide selection of spirits and cocktails.

Pub Crawl

Pub Crawl

Pub Crawls are a great way to hit several nightlife hot spots in the same evening, and learn about the city's best bars and clubs from local insiders. One company that enjoys a good reputation is The New Sofia Pub Crawl:

Bedroom Premium Club

Bedroom Premium Club

Sofia's prime nightlife venue, the Bedroom is one of the leading clubs on the capital's party scene. With its incredible dance shows, excellent drinks and impeccable service, the club is currently the to-be place for the young and beautiful of Sofia and beyond.

Club Mixtape 5

Club Mixtape 5

Sofia's underground music and event venue, Mixtape 5 keeps its hand on the pulse and regularly hosts both well-established and up-and-coming musicians, playing in genres ranging from reggae to hip hop to electronic music. The venue is spacious, which prevents overcrowding. Smoking not allowed.

Rock'N'Rolla Club

Rock'N'Rolla Club

The Rock'N'Rolla Club occupies a basement in one of Sophia's central district buildings. 80s and 90s rock is played, and football matches broadcast to hits by AC/DC, Guns'n'Roses, Scorpion and other iconic rock bands. Drinks are offered at very reasonable prices.

Bar FlipFlop

Bar FlipFlop

FlipFlop is one of the newest additions to Sophia's bar scene. The hip venue serves a range of beers and cocktails, and is a real magnet for the twenty-something crowd. Sundays are reserved for "lazy Indie nights", and DJ sets are hosted on Fridays and Saturdays.

Motto

Motto

Motto is a cool and contemporary restaurant and bar that serves a fine selection of cocktails. The wood-and-glass veranda (and on summer days, the outdoor patio) look inviting for a lunch (menus vary daily) or an evening drink with pleasant music playing in the background.

Piano Bar Chicago

Piano Bar Chicago

The Piano Bar Chicago offers a wide range of drinks. One of the bar's main draws are the regularly hosted live music nights, where Bulgarian musicians showcase their craft to audiences of up to 100 people. Take note that the entry fee is paid upon exiting the bar.

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