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IMPORTANT: Entrance in the monastery is only allowed with covered shoulders and covered knees. So please make sure you have appropriate clothes.
The Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila, better known as the Rila Monastery is the largest and most famous Eastern Orthodox monastery in Bulgaria. It is situated in the Rila Mountains. The monastery is named after its founder, the hermit Ivan of Rila (876 – 946 AD). Founded in the 10th century, the Rila Monastery is regarded as one of Bulgaria’s most important cultural, historical and architectural monuments and is a key tourist attraction for both Bulgaria and Southern Europe. If you want to be among the lucky ones who have visited this amazing site, join our tours and let’s have a great time together!
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Rila Monastery is about 1.5 - 2.5 hours driving from Sofia depending on traffic
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Rila Monastery
Visit to the Rila Monastery
24 đánh giá
Tổng số đánh giá và xếp hạng từ Viator & TripAdvisor
Alex M,
8 thg 10, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
Experience with a long journey, and on arrival at the monastery it was all closed except the church. He deserves a picture but I had longer expectations. Better go in the morning.
Fan L,
14 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
Our guide is super friendly and informative. Talk us thru the history of Bulgaria. Patiently answers every questions we have along the way. Gave us great recommendations about the local food etc.
hornbond,
1 thg 5, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
It was a very good experience with the local Viator representative this time. He was the best one who I had with the Viator for the past many years.
Steven G,
12 thg 9, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
No onboard wifi, no knowledgeable driver. The guy wasn't even Bulgarian, and knew absolutely NOTHING about the place. Better book an actual tour with a guide.
Asier E,
20 thg 8, 2024
- Đánh giá từ Viator
The driver took us to the Rila Monastery mountains with nice driving, however we would have expected better guide type explanations at the site. It was a very short reading of the monastery architecture and religion.
andrewwB6817EB,
9 thg 3, 2020
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
Excellent trip well worth while to see outside Sofia. My wife and I were picked up by a great young guide/driver in a yellow taxi and had a great day out.
Viking T,
6 thg 1, 2020
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
The tour was great! We were happy to join this tour. Flexible time and private also! The guide also speak in english and explain to us. On time and well prepare.
Katyuccia87,
3 thg 1, 2020
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
We visited the Rila Monastery with Smart Travel and it was very nice. Driver was a very kind Person and very careful on the way, he arrived on time to pick us up and we also come back on time. Super!!!

Jasmine K,
30 thg 12, 2019
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
The driver could speak multiple languages and was able to tell me and the other travellers lots about life in Bulgaria and the monastery. His English was very good. The monastery is a must-see destination in Bulgaria and I definitely recommend this trip. The driver was experienced and drove safely. There were some lovely views of the mountains along the way.



Jot123452,
5 thg 11, 2019
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
We went to Rila Monastery with Dennis.He was a really nice and Kind Person.The trip was comfortable and the Rila monastery is beautiful.i recommend to go also to the Hot springs afterwards.
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