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Burgas

Burgas sits on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast and is the second-largest city along the Black Sea shoreline. It's a great place to travel and soak up the lively energy of a coastal city.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Burgas
Gateway airport
Burgas Airport (BOJ)
Best season
Apr–Jun, Aug–Oct
Time zone
Europe/Sofia
Sights covered
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Lake Burgas

Nature

Lake Burgas

Lake Burgas lies west of the city of Burgas, near the Black Sea. As Bulgaria's largest natural lake, it offers wide, open views.

St. Anastasia Island

Nature

St. Anastasia Island

A small volcanic island in the Bay of Burgas, this is the only inhabited island along Bulgaria's Black Sea coast. Though compact in size, its exotic scenery makes it a pleasant destination for a day trip.

Gulf of Burgas

Nature

Gulf of Burgas

This is the largest bay on Bulgaria's Black Sea coast, home to the port city of Burgas. It also serves as a convenient base for visiting nearby towns such as Pomorie, Sozopol, and Nessebar.

Lake Atanasovsko

Nature

Lake Atanasovsko

A salt lake located north of Burgas, close to the Black Sea. Surrounded by wetlands and canals, it's home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, making it a great spot for nature watching.

Poda Protected Area

Nature

Poda Protected Area

Poda Protected Area, in Burgas, is a nature reserve managed by the Bulgarian Society for the Protection of Birds. It offers close-up views of diverse birdlife and wetland ecosystems, making it ideal for nature-loving travelers.

Burgas Lakes

Nature

Burgas Lakes

A cluster of lakes and wetlands around Burgas near the Black Sea, made up of several lakes each with different salinity levels. Home to some of Bulgaria's largest lakes, the area is ideal for enjoying unspoiled natural scenery.

Archaeological Museum

Museums & galleries

Archaeological Museum

Burgas's oldest museum holds artifacts from nearby ancient cities such as Sozopol, Nessebar, and Pomorie. It offers a great overview of the Black Sea coast's long history.

Etnographic museum

Museums & galleries

Etnographic museum

Housed in a historic mansion, this museum displays traditional costumes and everyday items from the Burgas region. It offers a close look at the area's traditional way of life.

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Average temperature by month

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16° May
22° Jun
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25° Aug
21° Sep
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