Things to Do in Balchik

There are 11 attractions in Balchik. Varna Necropolis, ancient burial site yielding europe's oldest gold treasure, is the most popular.

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Varna Necropolis

Varna Necropolis

Ancient burial site yielding Europe's oldest gold treasure

Archaeological Site

Lake Varna

Coastal lagoon near Varna, important bird habitat

Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral

Dormition of the Theotokos Cathedral

Major Orthodox cathedral noted for its golden domes

Durankulak (archaeological site)

Durankulak (archaeological site)

Prehistoric coastal settlement with Neolithic and Thracian remains

Archaeological Site

Euxinograd

Royal seaside palace with extensive botanical park

Varna Archaeological Museum

Varna Archaeological Museum

Museum housing Thracian artifacts and ancient regional exhibits

Roman Thermae (Varna)

Roman Thermae (Varna)

Ruined Roman baths highlighting Varna's ancient urban past

Archaeological Site

Aladzha Monastery

Aladzha Monastery

Medieval cliffside Orthodox monastery and cave complex

Balchik Palace

Seaside palace and botanical gardens built for Romanian queen

Turgut Reis Mosque (Balchik)

Turgut Reis Mosque (Balchik)

Historic Ottoman-era mosque in Balchik, Black Sea coast.

Bulgarian torpedo boat Drazki

Bulgarian torpedo boat Drazki

Preserved torpedo boat museum ship at Varna