Local Attractions and Places
Local Attractions and Places to Visit in Sunny Beach [The Activities You Don't Want to Miss Out on Vacation]
Sunny Beach is visited by over 1 million holidaymakers each year, so what exactly attracts tourists to the seaside city? Well, I will give you a taste of what you can do in the lively holiday destination with your family, friends, or love of your heart.
If you’re looking for a great value place with cuisine that caters to the British taste, Western European convenience at cheaper Easters European pricing, in addition to plenty of sunshine, and beaches, then Sunny Beach is the resort for you.
Read our dedicated article about Traditional Bulgarian Food and Wine to discover the local taste and specialties you want to try out.
In this blog article, we want to bring your attention to the top five activities in Sunny Beach that you definitely don’t want to miss when on vacation!
1. Sunny Beach Aquapark
The water theme Action Aquapark offers its visitors an impressive number of flumes, slides, and wild rivers that make your day one to remember. There are 30 water attractions, thematic bars, and restaurants surrounded by tropical palm trees and Mediterranean shrubs, wooden bridges over the Lazy River. Besides, there are areas for walking and relaxation, such as geysers, fountains, and sunbathing places.
Action Park offers you not just a plethora of water attractions but also exciting moments and emotions. Therefore, you can get some of the most attractive slides, sunbathe near the themed pools, taste the fresh and delicious good, get your cocktail at the bar and visit the Ice Cream House.
Last, as this is the only Aquapark in Bulgaria to provide its very own farm with horses, rabbits, and sheep, it is the most popular choice with families and international holidaymakers to Sunny Beach.
Watch the intro to the Action Aquapark here to get a taste of the experience!
Action Aqua Park is located in the western part of Sunny Beach, just 5 minutes or 0.6 kilometers away from Home George. To get to the attraction, you can catch the free shuttle bus, which takes you from the bus stop directly to the park without additional costs.
You can buy a pre-bookable ticket at the Action Aquapark's official website to save from having to queue upon arrival at the park.
Buy an online ticket for the Action Aquapark from here.
The dinner and cabaret-style show at the Khan’s tent is an unforgettable and unique night, situated at the top of a hill at the northern hill overlooking Sunny Beach. There is a historical event related to the place. In the 9th century Khan Krum, one of Bulgaria’s rulers in ancient times, had a military encampment precisely on the spot where Khan’s Tent is positioned nowadays.
The night attraction provides secluded wooded settings with beautiful views of the coast and stunning venue interior. Inside, you can taste superb traditional Bulgarian food, served by costume-clad waiters, and enjoy the magical music and the brilliant life show that old and young love.
Khan’s Tent is 3 kilometers away from Home George’s Apartments. We advise you to take a night walk, take the bus from in front of the complex or call a taxi for a fast and safe trip.
Contact our city tour guide Yana for further directions to Khan’s tent night experience.
Home George has a great location just 300 meters away from the Black Sea beach pool. There you can find many lounges and umbrellas available at a local charge. Another option is to sit in one of the many restaurants or bars directly situated on the beach. That provides a great chance to enjoy the warm sunlight while sunbathing and keeping an eye on the kids while building sandcastles.
Check the list below for some of the excellent beach bar options near Home George Apartments.
The rugged Jeep ride up and down the Bulgarian Mountains hills provides you and your family and friends with a unique live-tome holiday experience. Besides, it includes a visit to a small animal farm with magnificent views that unfolds from the mountain tops as you roll up along. So, suppose you want to explore the Bulgarian countryside and hospitality. In that case, the offroad adventure is definitely your cup of tea for fun.
The off-road trip offers you one memorable day to a place populated with wild animals such as wild horses, beautiful vies to the bay and a lovely beach for swimming at the end. Moreover, you can enjoy the following places and activities while on the trip:
- 🏖️ A quick stop at Bunardzhika – a friendly and small deserted beach perfect spot for taking pictures
- 🌆 Visiting Emona village – opportunity to participate in driving quads, riding horses, shooting with an air rifle and shooting with bows and arrows,
- 🌊 Setting out to Irakli - one of the most beautiful and relaxing beaches in Bulgaria perfect for sunbathing and swimming in the Black Sea
Read our dedicated blog article to discover the Top 6 Restaurants in Sunny Beach recommended by a professional tour guide.
Most of the Sunny Beach tourists visit the place with their families to spend an entertaining and unforgettable summer vacation. In this sense, for your kids, the Pirate Cruise is the perfect fun for the kids with the whole day program of games, face paintings, and sealing in the Black Sea pool. In the meantime, adults may join the cruise and swim in the sea when the swim stop comes. So, don’t forget your swimsuit and snorkels!
To get to the Pirate Cruise, you can request a bus to collect you from Home George. Then, it will deliver you to the Nessebar port, where the boat departs. Afterward, you are then shuttled back to the complex.
