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City break in Bansko. Active leisure ideas for Bansko - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Skiing remains the main entertainment for guests of Bansko. The town has excellent conditions for winter sports. Tourists, who visit Bansko during warm months, will be able to enjoy fascinating tours to picturesque natural landmarks. Active recreation fans make up a significant part of visitors of the resort. The charming town is not deprived of classic entertainments that are typical for all popular tourist destinations.
Guide to Bansko sightseeing - things to see and to visit
Bansko is an amazing Bulgarian town located in the territory of Pirin National Park. It is also known as a first-class ski resort among tourists, but not everyone knows that Bansko is one of … Open
The Pirin Street is the liveliest place in the city where tourists will find popular shops, bars, and restaurants. This is the place where tourists buy memorable gifts, such as colorful decorations in the traditional style, national costumes, and other authentic souvenirs that are extremely popular with vacationers. There is an amazing alley with original monuments, benches, and landscape ornaments in the center of the street. It is a perfect place for a relaxing stroll and memorable photo shoots.
The IMI Sports Paintball center is a wonderful place for family holidays. Situated in a wonderful pine forest, the paintball center provides its clients with all necessary equipment for the game. Both fans of paintball and young travelers will find it very interesting and entertaining to relax there. In addition to skiing, tourists can spend their time developing figure skating skills if they choose to attend the Bansko Ice Rink. As the skating rink is impressively large, it is almost never crowded. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Excursion over cultural sights of Bansko - 'must visit' points of interest
Bansko is really small. However, there are several dozens of interesting attractions in its territory. The Holy Trinity Church in the center of the town is one of the most recognizable and … Open
The town has numerous bars and nightclubs, so not all tourists complete their entertainment program once it is getting dark. Large companies will like the Happy End Bar that is also a regular venue for music concerts. Among its distinctive features, it is important to mention the original themed decor in the "mountain" style. During the warm season, visitors have an opportunity to stay on a lovely outdoor terrace. Tourists, who enjoy venues with a more secluded and comfortable atmosphere, should drop in the Pirin 75 Bar that is located on the main street. Pirin 75 features the elegant design with wood being the main material. Visitors will like comfortable relaxation areas with beautiful soft furnishings.
The Karaoke Bar is preferable for travelers, who want to spend an evening listening to their favorite music. It is a stylish and colorful place where everyone is welcome. In the center of Bansko, tourists will find one more attractive café, Elise . It accepts visitors until late at night and offers excellent entertainment for its guests. Not only tourists like spending time there but also locals. A broad range of fine alcoholic beverages and specialty treats have made this venue incredibly popular.
Top hotels in Bansko for business trip or short vacation
In Bansko, there are only a few large and vibrant hotels, whereas, the selection of tiny guest houses is large. Among them, tourists will easily find institutions of different categories, … Open
The stylish Vertigo Bar is a pleasant place where visitors can have a nice evening, listen to modern music, and enjoy delicious food. Despite the enormous popularity, that bar is distinguished by a very calm and relaxing atmosphere. Guests of Bansko can successfully combine active recreation and exploration of picturesque places with visits to unusual shops and original entertainment.
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Attractions and entertainment in Bulgaria

Bulgaria has a magnificent climate. The country is located on the Black Sea coast and is a popular place for a beach holiday. However, beaches are not the only entertainment; the country offers ample opportunities for active tourism. On numerous rivers you can go rafting, kayaking, and on the beach there are all conditions for windsurfing. Ski resorts in Bulgaria are gaining popularity, infrastructure is developing on them, new hotels and ski lifts are being created. In the country's reserves you can go on a hiking trip, make an exciting climb in the Balkan Mountains. For those who want to improve their health during the rest, several balneological resorts operate in Bulgaria. … Open
Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Bansko
♥   World Heritage Site 'Pirin National Park' , 12.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Pirin' , 33.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Rila' , 33.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Nature Park 'Rilski manastir' , 35.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Ethniko Parko Limnis Kerkinis' , 76 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all pret-parks
Amusement parks near Bansko
♥   Amusement park 'Magic Park' Thessaloniki, 148.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo

City break ideas for neighbours of Bansko

Plovdiv
If you want to get acquainted not only with the city but also with its surroundings, you can book a tour. Plovdiv Trips Agency, for example, conducts such excursions. Tour options are different. It can be a walk in a couple of hours on the old city streets. During ... Open »
Kavala
Nea Peramos is another gorgeous beach. It is also awarded the Blue Flag label by the European Union. Clean sand and azure water are everything that vacationers need to sunbathe and swim. No wonder, the beach is always quite crowded. Nea Peramos is one of the most ... Open »
Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is considered to be a youth resort as the city boasts a plenty of bright night clubs and dance floors, brand boutiques and upscale restaurants. The city offers an excellent aquatic park named the Waterland. The park takes a vast area and offers its visitors ... Open »
Thassos
Thasos is well-known as a beach resort with an excellent infrastructure and a wide choice of entertainment. Its unique nature makes Thasos popular amongst eco-tourists too. The most popular beaches are located in the island's capital. Tourists especially appreciate ... Open »
Lemnos
A lot of interesting excursions around the island are also organized for hiking enthusiasts. They will have the opportunity to climb the hilltops, see interesting desert areas, look into the mysterious caves and get acquainted with the local fauna. The area of Falakro ... Open »
Limnos Island
Lemnos will be a good place for holidays for those who love walking. There are many roads and paths, linking all the main settlements with architectural and natural attractions. While climbing the “Despotis” (Bishop’s) Hill, called Mosychlos in antiquity, you can ... Open »
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