City in Burgas Province, Bulgaria
Burgas
Black Sea port city with a leafy Sea Garden, a long pier and low prices, gateway to Sozopol and Nessebar. Good for relaxed summers and beach weeks; quiet in winter and light on nightlife.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,460–2,140Comfortable, one person · €1,300–1,900Details
- Value for money54/100Better value than 53% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, SepWarmest: Aug, 30°CDetails
- Internet94 MbpsFixed broadband, Bulgaria medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableTap water is generally safe in the city.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$34–68Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundBoltWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashEuro is used.Details
Where to stay in Burgas
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| City centre (Alexandrovska) | Walkable pedestrian street, cafés, shops and the bus hub |
| Sea Garden (Primorski Park) | Parks, beaches and the best base for visitors |
| Lazur | Quieter residential area near beaches and shops |
| Meden Rudnik | Cheaper flats and Soviet-style blocks; far from the sea |
Apps that work in Burgas
Ride-hailing
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Bolt | Cheaper than street taxis; works for airport rides |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: Viber
- BG Toll: Buying the highway e-vignette
- Taxis: Street taxis often skip the meter near the station and airport. Use Bolt or agree the price before getting in.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Bulgaria.
- Mixed: cards and cash Euro is used. Cards work in supermarkets, malls and most restaurants; carry cash for markets, small cafés and buses.
- Currency: Euro (EUR). US$1 ≈ €0.89 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Avoid Euronet ATMs with high fees; use bank ATMs and always decline currency conversion.
- Tipping: Around 10% in restaurants is customary; round up taxi fares. In resorts, check whether service is already on the bill.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay work at contactless terminals almost everywhere in cities.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Full Schengen member since 2025: 90 days in any 180 across the Schengen area. Non-EU visitors give fingerprints and a photo for the EES.
- ETIAS pre-travel authorisation is not yet required; its launch has slipped beyond 2026.
- Border guards may ask for proof of accommodation, an onward ticket and enough money for your stay.
Emergency numbers
Police 166 · Ambulance 150 · Fire 160 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
EU SIMs roam at no extra cost. Prepaid SIMs at operator shops require passport registration; a month of data costs about €10–20. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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