Visiting museums

In the heart of the old Bulgarian capital, the museums of Veliko Tarnovo offer a true journey through the centuries. If you are connoisseurs of history, art and traditions, a visit to these cultural treasures will enrich your stay in the city and bring you closer to its soul.

What to expect from the museums of Veliko Tarnovo

Veliko Tarnovo combines a wide selection of museums — from archaeological and ethnographic heritage to contemporary art and interactive exhibitions. Among the most visited are:

• The Archaeological Museum, where you can trace the development of the city from antiquity to the present day.
• The ethnographic museum, revealing the customs, crafts and life of the old people of Tarnovo.
• The Museum of Illusions — modern and fun, suitable for families and lovers of unusual experiences.

Each museum has its own atmosphere — silence and respect in the halls, the smell of old books and artifacts, colors of the past that come to life in the narratives of the expositions.

Hidden treasures and recommended routes

In addition to the large museums, the old part of the city — the Samovodska Bazaar, offers small expositions related to local crafts and traditions. Do not miss the opportunity to visit also the Museum of the Renaissance and the Constituent Assembly, located in close proximity to the city center. Small museums often keep unknown but fascinating relics of Bulgarian culture.

How the visit feels and when is it best to plan it

A walk through the museums of Veliko Tarnovo is a real immersion in the atmosphere of old Europe — silence, old stone streets and a feeling of passing through the centuries. The most pleasant months to visit are spring and autumn, when the city is calmer and the temperatures are mild and the museums are open throughout the day.

Practical information and how to get from Grand Hotel Yantra

The central location of Grand Hotel Yantra allows you to walk to most museums within 5—15 minutes. We recommend comfortable shoes for walking the cobblestone streets and picking up a phone or camera charger — you'll want to seal a lot of memories.

Most museums have a short lunch break and offer discounted tickets for schoolchildren, students and the elderly. You can find out in advance about the working hours of the websites of the Regional Historical Museum and the Museum of Illusions in Veliko Tarnovo.

Enjoy the authenticity of Veliko Tarnovo

A visit to the museums here is not just a walk through the expositions — it is an invitation to touch the spirit of the city, to feel the connection between the past and the present and to discover the inspiration that this extraordinary destination brings.

Invitation to an unforgettable experience

If you want to experience the richness of history, culture and warmth of Veliko Tarnovo, keep your stay at Grand Hotel Yantra and discover the city's museums with ease and inspiration. Take advantage of the hotel's central location to explore every alley and museum — and create your own memories that will keep you warm for a long time to come.