Varna

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Great holiday for families, couples and honeymoons
Average Flight Time:
3 hours
Time Difference:
2 hours
Average Temp:
13°C
Currency:
BGL

Holidays in Varna are fast becoming a favourite with British holidaymakers. Set on sloping hills around a horse-shaped bay, Varna boasts miles of golden sands along its Black Sea coastline and a lively promenade. Sailing and water skiing are popular on the beaches of Varna. For culture fans, Varna has lots of archaeological sites to explore including the well preserved roman baths, Varna Cathedral, the Navy and Archaelogical Museums and the thermal springs. The Sea Garden and the Dolphinarium will keep the children happy. When the sun goes down, the pedestrian zone has many clubs, bars and restaurants to while away some time. For a change of scenery, you'll also find the beach resorts of Golden Sands, Albena, Elenite and St Constantin within easy reach. Add in a good selection of accommodation, from budget apartments to 5-star beach hotels, and over 2500 hours of sunshine each year, and it's not difficult to see why holidays in Varna are a popular choice.

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Jan
3°C
Feb
3°C
Mar
6°C
Apr
11°C
May
16°C
Jun
21°C
Jul
23°C
Aug
23°C
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21°C
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14°C
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9°C
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5°C
The coastal region of Varna experiences a Maritime climate with warm summers and mild winters. The urban area has in excess of 20 km of sandy beaches and thrives in thermal stone water sources; with temperatures of 35°? to 55°?. Varna’s climate is influenced by the sea with long, mild, akin to Mediterranean, autumns, and summers filled with sunshine, moderated by a cooling breeze and more regular rainfall. The city is cut off from north and north-east winds by the hills along the north arm of the bay. Varna holidays give the opportunity to discover the numerous beaches that lie along the Black Sea coastline. With over 2500 hours of sunshine per year it’s easy to see why this area of Bulgaria is becoming a tourist hot spot.
Things to see & do

The beach is the main focus of holidays in Varna, with an abundance of watersports including sailing and water skiing on offer for the more active. When it comes to culture, Varna has a wide choice of archaeological sites to explore including the roman baths and a large number of museums and churches. And, if you want to relax a little, the thermal springs are a must. The children will enjoy the dolphin shows at the Dolphinarium and also the Sea Garden with its small zoo and fairground.

The nightlife in Varna caters for all tastes. There are many vibrant clubs and bars in the town. On the waterfront there are many family run restaurants and bars where you can enjoy a quiet evening.

Food & drink

You'll find a good selection of restaurants and cafes to tempt your tastebuds in Varna. The food in Bulgaria is of good quality and generally spicy with lots of fresh fruit and vegetables.

Popular destinations in Bulgaria you may be interested in:

Bourgas, Sunny Beach, Varna

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