Mar 18, 2025

Magazinche.com Sofia

Local handcrafted goods

""Magazinche.com" in Sofia is a popular shop for local handcrafted stuff, such as cosmetics & accessories. I recommend visiting their shop in Lozenets..."

Magazinche is a popular shop for handcrafted items produced locally, with two locations in Sofia.

My recommendation is for the first shop they opened, located in Lozenets—a centrally located residential area. You will have the chance to enjoy a quiet walk in one of the oldest neighborhoods of Sofia. The difference can easily be seen: a lot of (old) houses, small blocks, paved streets, and cats, of course. At the same time, the shop is very close to the central streets, about a 12-minute walking distance from Patriarh Evtimiy Square.

Magazinche is easily spotted. The facade is covered with colorful drawings, and on the shop window, you will see all kinds of beautiful items. It is an Instagram-worthy place!

If you are looking for unique gifts, here you can find and buy local products such as jewelry, cosmetics, accessories, books, paintings, and decorations. All of them are made by Bulgarian artisans and crafters.

If you are in this area on Saturday morning, be sure to check the Farmers market at the Roman Wall. Otherwise, do not miss checking out the vegan restaurant Soul Kitchen.

026-thrift-shop-1
Shopping

About this spot

16, Krum Popov Str.

Necklace:

BGN

24

876087617

Find your way with 126 Insider Tips from our Local Spotters

Discover hidden gems and all our locals’ favourites! Get full access to our Sofia guide.

Nice place right!? There’s so much more to discover:

Discover all other hidden gems in Sofia

Q-ftetaria

Food classic not to be missed!

The meatballs are usually served with cabbage salad, lyutenitsa dip & fries. As a Bulgarian, I find kyufte to be a comforting dish that never disappoints.

028-beach-bar-1
Bars
021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants
024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Tsvetomira

Filipova

May 4, 2025

Vishneva tram stop

Hidden forest stop in Sofia

Here is a hidden gem - a cute tram stop: Vishneva (which means sour cherry in Bulgarian), a small, charming wooden house in the forest.

017-plant-1
Relaxing

by

Tsvetomira

Filipova

Apr 30, 2025

Sofia City Art Gallery

Two for the price of one

"Sofia City Art Gallery" has exhibition halls with a huge collection, free entrance. Before the war it was a huge casino, but also hosted political meetings.

002-building
Art & culture

by

Boyko

Blagoev

Apr 24, 2025

Zona Urbana

Recycled art

At "Zona Urbana" Sofia you can buy a fabulous, unique bag or wallet made from old newspapers or paper maps. It's a shop perfect for recycle freaks!

002-building
Art & culture
026-thrift-shop-1
Shopping

by

Tsvetomira

Filipova

Apr 24, 2025

Free Sofia Tour

The best intro to the city

It's been the same spot for 13 years now. Palace of Justice, next to the lion on the corner. Rain or shine, tour guides are there, you just have to show up.

002-building
Art & culture

by

Boyko

Blagoev

Apr 19, 2025

Made in Blue

The Instagrammable restaurant

"Made in Blue" is a popular, unique restaurant for meetings and good food in Sofia. You can't miss it - the whole house is painted in blue...

021-spoon-and-fork-1
Restaurants

by

Tsvetomira

Filipova

Apr 16, 2025

Western Serdica Gate

Hidden Archaeological Park

Need a peaceful break in central Sofia? Discover the quiet charm of the hidden Archaeological Park Western Gate of Serdica with its rich in history.

002-building
Art & culture

by

Tsvetomira

Filipova

Apr 15, 2025

Pura Vita

Best croissants in town

A Belgian bakery with an Italian name in the heart of the Bulgarian capital. Yet another example of how Sofia is getting more and more cosmopolitan.

020-coffee-cup-1
Coffee & tea
024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Boyko

Blagoev

Apr 13, 2025

Marashlian Pastry

The true pâtisserie

Honestly, the shop looks more like a lab. Clean, minimalist, and luxurious. You can order whole cakes for special occasions or choose a treat from the beautifully-arranged showcase.

024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Boyko

Blagoev

Apr 13, 2025

Skaptoburger

King of burgers

"Skaptoburger" is located in the heart of Sofia and won the King of Burgers award for 2016. This restaurant, its monthly offers, some ale... what more?

024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Simo

Stefanov

Apr 11, 2025

Antep Baklava

Bites of heaven!

"Antep Baklava" in Sofia is a small pastry shop that makes the best baklava and other Turkish desserts in the city! You have to try the Shobiet...

024-burger-1
Snacks

by

Yana

Alexieva

Apr 11, 2025

Gifted

Talents and presents

"Gifted" in Sofia is a shop that aims to bring together artists and offer unique souvenirs and gifts that go beyond the ordinary. It keeps surprising me!

002-building
Art & culture
026-thrift-shop-1
Shopping

by

Boyko

Blagoev

Apr 11, 2025

Heading to Sofia?

126 Insider Tips from our local Spotters

Authentic Stories by Real People

Escape the Crowd & Travel Slow 🐌

... for just €9.99

0 Insider Tips from our local Spotters

126 Insider Tips

✓ Escape the Crowds

✓ Find Spots nearby

✓ Authentic Stories

... for just €9.99

App Download Download our app

City guides by those who know the city in and out!

Our Locals' Favorite Shopping

Our team loves Sofia

Get to know our other Spotters from Sofia

As featured on:

New-York-Times
the-guardian
mashable
the-sunday-times
false
0
false
7292
Filters