Places to stay

Consult this list and you will have no doubts that you should put Sofia on your travel wish list.

Europe

Bulgaria

Sofia

8 Reasons You Should Visit Sofia at Least Once in your Lifetime

The best spots to take a beautiful photo in Sofia and then share it on Instagram.

16 of the Most Instagrammable Spots in Sofia

If it's your first time in Sofia, read our guide to the coolest neighborhoods in the capital of Bulgaria.

The Coolest Neighborhoods in Sofia

Find out how to make the most of a 24-hour stay in the Bulgarian capital by consulting this complete guide to Sofia's highlights.

How to Spend 24 Hours in Sofia

Discover a rich cultural route to explore the best of Sofia if you only have two days in the capital of Bulgaria.

How to Spend 48 Hours in Sofia

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Things to do

Food & Drink

Book a bed at one of the best boutique hotels in Istanbul, Turkey’s cultural capital.

Asia

Turkey

Istanbul

Book a Bespoke Room at Istanbul’s 9 Best Boutique Hotels

From the best sites to the best places to eat, we’ve got you covered with our ultimate guide on how to spend 48 hours in Tehran.

Iran

How to Spend 48 Hours in Tehran, Iran

Eat out in Istanbul’s hip and bustling Galata district and savour the flavours of local, Anatolian and Turkish cuisines.

Galata

The Top 10 Restaurants In Galata, Istanbul

From villas to apartments, here are nine of the best Airbnbs to rest your head in Abu Dhabi.

United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi

The 9 Best Airbnbs in Abu Dhabi

Read Culture Trip's guide to the best hostels around Tel Aviv's most vibrant neighbourhoods.

Israel

Tel Aviv

The 8 Best Hostels in Tel Aviv

When in Galata, Istanbul, these are the ten stops that are bound to make your journey unforgettable!

The Top 10 Things To Do and See In Galata, Istanbul

Discover some of Tel Aviv's most exciting themed bars, from Cuban nights to speakeasys.

The Best Uniquely Themed Venues In Tel Aviv

Culture Trip takes a look at the best hostels in Istanbul, Turkey’s cultural capital.

Backpack in Comfort at Istanbul’s 8 Best Hostels

Learn how Jordan's most famous traditional dish, mansaf, is prepared and served.

Jordan

A Brief History of Mansaf, Jordan's National Dish

If you’re visiting the Turkish city of Istanbul, consider one of these luxury hotels

Spend Luxurious Nights at Istanbul’s 9 Most Opulent Hotels

Visitors don’t need to break the bank when staying in Dubai; although famous for its ultra-luxurious hotels, the emirate also has a great range of hostels.

Dubai

The 8 Best Hostels in Dubai, UAE

For a truly local experience when in Jerusalem, stay in one of the best Airbnb rentals the Holy City has to offer.

Jerusalem

The 7 Best Airbnbs in Jerusalem

Get to know Tel Aviv through its beautiful, traditional marketplaces, or shuks, where you can taste the best of the city’s cuisines and buy some authentic Middle Eastern souvenirs.

A Guide to Tel Aviv’s Best Markets

The rulers of the Ottoman Empire gave the modern-day visitor to Istanbul a lot to marvel at – but their fabulous palaces are hard to top.

Fabulous Palaces To Visit in Istanbul

Eat out in Cyprus with our gourmet guide to the island’s 10 best cultural restaurants and local tavernas, from Nicosia to Limassol and Paphos.

Cyprus

The 10 Best Cultural Restaurants In Cyprus

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