Burgas: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Burgas, sometimes transliterated as Bourgas, is the second largest city on the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast in the region of Northern Thrace and the fourth-largest city in Bulgaria after Sofia, Plovdiv, and Varna, with a population of 210,382 inhabitants, while 225,945 live in its urban area.

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Now in the cityBurgassunset 05:00 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map7

Exchange rate€0.89per 1 $EUR — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Worth a day trip

Sector 6≈ 3 hr 25 min Shkodër≈ 4 hr 10 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information on European Entry-Exit System (EES) (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.

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Exercise normal precaution in Bulgaria Bulgaria is generally a safe destination for travelers.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory