The star attraction at the Varna Museum of Archaeology is the gold — specifically, more than 3,000 pieces of worked gold unearthed from the Varna Chalcolithic Necropolis, dating to around 4,600–4,200 BC and considered the oldest processed gold ever found. The necropolis was discovered by chance during construction works in 1972, and the finds rewrote what archaeologists understood about prehistoric societies. Beyond the gold, you can explore artefacts spanning from the Palaeolithic through to the Middle Ages, including Roman surgical instruments, Hellenistic tombstones, and a marble plaque listing, in Greek, the names of Varna's school graduates from AD 221. A collection of around 150 icons from the 14th to 19th centuries occupies the second floor. Everything is clearly labelled in both Bulgarian and English. The museum itself is housed in a handsome late Baroque former girls' school dating from the 1890s.

The Varna lighthouse is easily accessible on foot, about a 20-minute walk from the eastern port. Once there, you can enjoy panoramic views of Varna Beach, Bulgarian navigation ships, and the bustling port. It remains an interesting landmark, where graffiti artists have left their mark on the structure, adding a layer of urban character.

This monument commemorates the historic battle fought here by Che Guevara and a band of rebels, a decisive battle in their struggle to overturn the Batista regime. The original train cars have been in place since 1958. Visit the small museum to gain further insight into the battle and the revolution more generally.

Riga Circus is a vibrant and exciting venue to discover the cultural life of Riga and experience a variety of artistic disciplines–circus, theatre, dance, music, and cinema.