Sozopol — ancient Apollonia
The oldest town on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast — a fishing peninsula of cobbled lanes, Revival-era houses and traces of three millennia of history.
Everything about Sozopol
Structured and easy to explore — from ancient Apollonia to the beaches and transport today.
About Sozopol
Key facts, location, population and why it's worth a visit.
ExploreHistory
From Greek Apollonia Pontica to modern Sozopol — three millennia in one place.
ExploreBeaches
Central Beach, Harmani and nearby Kavatsi and Smokinya with fine sand.
ExploreLandmarks
The old town, St. Mary's church, the Archaeological Museum and the Southern fortress wall.
ExploreDirectory
Hotels and places to stay in the old and new town.
ExploreTransport
How to get from Burgas — bus, car or boat.
ExploreWeather
Current forecast for Sozopol — hourly and daily.
ExploreStart your Sozopol journey
Stroll down pedestrian "Apollonia" street, lunch on fresh fish at the harbour, and end with a concert at the Apollonia arts festival in September.