The Golden Sands resort is the pearl of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. It is located 25 kilometers from Varna and 490 kilometers from the capital of Bulgaria. An ancient legend says that some pirates buried a golden treasure on the coast, but when they returned, they did not find it - the gold turned to sand. For this reason, the beach was named “Golden Sands”. Today, holidays at the Golden Sands resort attract tourists with a huge beach area, where over 20,000 people can simultaneously sunbathe and swim in the sea.

The resort is located on the territory of the Golden Sands National Park of the same name, which opened in 1943. It is located at an altitude of 277 meters above sea level, due to which its flora is very rich and diverse. While vacationing in Golden Sands, guests can see pheasants, red squirrels, deer, wild boars, eagles and falcons. Unforgettable impressions all tourists will be presented with picturesque landscapes of these places, unique nature and an abundance of mineral springs.

Climate and ecology of Golden Sands.

The resort climate contributes to the health of the body. Summer is usually very warm, the average daily air temperature is +27 0 C, and the average sea water temperature in July and August is +24...+25 0 C. The state shows great interest in environmental problems. Attention is increasingly directed towards maintaining the conservation of local species of animals and trees. The resort has been awarded the international Blue Flag award.

Beach holiday in Golden Sands.

The main calling card of the resort are its beaches with clean golden sand. Their length is 3.5 kilometers long and, in some places, up to 100 meters wide. Therefore, vacationers on the beaches of Golden Sands feel free and spacious. The sea here is very clean and calm, without dangerous animals, with a flat, gently sloping bottom and a wide strip of shallow water. The ebbs and flows in the Black Sea are very insignificant and almost imperceptible.

Video about holidays on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria.

The minute-long video gives some idea of ​​the Black Sea resorts of Bulgaria, among which the absolute pearl is the endless beaches of Golden Sands.

Balneological potential.

When choosing the Golden Sands resort for a vacation, many try to combine a traditional family vacation at sea with activities that benefit health. With the help of mineral and sea ​​water, therapeutic mud and medicinal plants, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, bronchitis, pharyngitis and asthma are treated, neuroses and stress are relieved. Modern spa centers offer over a hundred different programs for restoring and treating the body. Thai and traditional massages, various methods of Chinese medicine are used here, and preparations based on Bulgarian wines, propolis and bee venom are used.

Infrastructure of the Golden Sands resort.

The Golden Sands resort meets all international standards for organizing tourism business. 68 hotels are located in the cool greenery of the park and at the very foot of the sea. The resort is aimed at all categories of vacationers: parents with children, older couples and young people. For a complete relaxation of children and their parents, not only attractions, amusement parks, children's pools and playgrounds, but there are also leisure centers. Here children can be left for the whole day or several hours, they will be under the supervision of experienced teachers and animators. An experienced nanny will look after the child at night.

National Bulgarian cuisine combines the exoticism inherent in oriental dishes and European taste. And this is not surprising, because the country occupies an intermediate position between the West and the East. Everyone can visit cozy restaurants in the national style, try numerous Bulgarian dishes and get acquainted with local folklore. Fans of exotic and European cuisine will not be disappointed; here you can find a restaurant, bar or cafe to suit every taste.

Nightlife of the Golden Sands resort.

In the evening and at night, relaxation in Golden Sands is complemented by lights, music and cuisine of bars, cafes and restaurants. Discos and nightclubs with professional DJs are open all night. The most intense night life of all Black Sea resorts Bulgaria.

Leisure.

All vacationers in Golden Sands are offered water activities such as diving, windsurfing, water skiing, trips on yachts or sea trams, etc. For active pastime on land, Golden Sands offers horse riding trails, mini-golf, basketball and volleyball courts. Tennis courts, numerous swimming pools and gyms are open daily for tourists. Extreme entertainment includes skydiving, parasailing or hang gliding.

In 2003, the first water park in Bulgaria was built here, called " Aquapolis" It is located in a park area of ​​40 thousand square meters in the western part of the resort. There are swimming pools with slides, as well as a rock for mountaineering. In the balneological area there are hydromassage baths.

Sights of Golden Sands.

The historical and archaeological attraction of the Golden Sands Park is the monastery Aladzha. Turkish word“Aladjana” translated into Russian means “motley”; the monastery received its name thanks to wall paintings, which have been preserved to this day. Since 1906, the monastery has functioned as tourist complex and a museum. The center of the resort overlooks the Chapel of St. John the Baptist. Four kilometers from the resort there is a rock monastery of the Holy Trinity, in which monastery frescoes of the Tarnovo school of painting have been preserved.

When visiting Golden Sands, you are unlikely to find a legendary treasure here, but a huge sand beach and all kinds tourist attractions, kind, sympathetic people will certainly be remembered for a long time.

Sand scattered in gold on the shore, shimmering with precious reflections in cleanest water, gave the name to one of the most expensive and popular resorts Bulgaria - Golden Sands. According to legend, ill-gotten treasures buried by sea robbers on this shore turned into sand.

Golden Sands - a resort on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria

This resort, beloved by many, has all the advantages to become a permanent holiday destination.

Where is

Its location is the most advantageous - Black Sea coast Bulgaria. It is located within the national park - 18 km from Varna and 25 km from the airport. Golden Sands has become known as a resort since the middle of the last century.


 Golden Sands, Bulgaria

How to get there

Varna can be reached from different cities of Ukraine and Russia.

From Kyiv:

  • by plane - the entire flight will take about an hour and a half;
  • by train - there are direct routes to Varna, the trip will take about a day and a half;
  • by bus - it is better to plan your departure through Odessa;
  • by personal or rented car - the distance from Kyiv to Varna is 1037 km, it is worth calculating the cost of gasoline and its consumption by car.

Important!All roads in Bulgaria for cars with foreign numbers paid. The cost of traveling by private car on Bulgarian roads for 7 days is 8 euros, for a month - 15 euros.

From Kharkov:

  • by plane - 1.5 hours;
  • by bus - about 20–30 hours.


 International Airport “Kharkov”

From Dnieper:

  • by plane - 1.5 hours;
  • by train - about a day and a half;
  • by bus - 30–34 hours.

From Odessa:

  • by plane - 30 minutes;
  • by ferry by sea - 6 hours;
  • by bus - about 24 hours.


 Odessa ferry

From Lviv:

  • by plane - from 4 to 5 hours;
  • by train - 30 hours;
  • by bus - 26–28 hours.

From Moscow:

  • by plane - from 6 to 9 hours;
  • by train - 42–46 hours;
  • by bus - from 40 hours;
  • by car - 25–26 hours.

Transfer by car from Varna airport to the resort will take about 50 minutes - not long and not at all tiring.

Climate and weather

Winter in these parts is mild; the thermometer rarely drops below +2 °C. Summer is warm, but not swelteringly hot. Summer maximum is +25–30 °C. In addition, in the evening the heat subsides and it becomes cooler. It rains frequently. This is especially true for June. At this time, the sea is still cool (+20–21 °C), but there are much fewer vacationers than in the high season. July and August are the busiest time for entertainment in Golden Sands. Yes, and amateurs beach holiday will be satisfied - the air temperature is +25–27 °C, the water temperature is +22–26 °C. The most comfortable time to relax here is the first half of September, the so-called the Velvet season. The sea is still warm - up to +22–23 °C, the sun is gentle, the beaches are empty.



 Bulgaria, Golden Sands

Which beaches are best to visit?

If you have the opportunity and desire, you should not limit yourself only to the beach near the hotel. There are many places in Bulgaria that are worth visiting to fall in love with this country. In particular, these are:

  1. Beach on Golden Sands. Length - 3.5 km, width - about 100 m. There is a park adjacent to the beach. The beach is replete with children's playgrounds, but the entrance to the sea is not so shallow.
  2. Albena beach. Its width is 150 m, length - 5 km. An excellent option for children's recreation - the shallow water stretches 100–200 m from the shore, there are many options for entertainment for children.
  3. "Cocoa Beach" Location - Sunny Beach, length - 8 km, width - 50 m. Ideal place for lovers of surfing, water skiing, discos, club parties.
  4. Beach "Dune" (Sozopol). Its length is 4.5 km, width - 100 m. It is surrounded by untouched nature, steep cliffs and bays. Children will like it - the descent into the sea is very gentle.
  5. Beach "Bolata". Located in a picturesque lagoon, surrounded by yellow rocks and pine forest, nearby is Cape Kaliakra. Very clean and calm sea, stunning views. You can watch schools of dolphins. Length - 1.5 km, width - 30 m.
  6. Irakli Beach. Located in the Emine conservation area between Varna and Burgas, there are no hotels nearby, the water is very clean, but often cool. An ideal place for lovers of silence, clean sea, sand and virgin nature. The length of the beach is 3.5 km, width - 40 m.
  7. Shkorpilovtsi beach- the longest beach in Bulgaria. Length coastline is 13 km, width - 200 m. It is located 45 km from Varna. There are hotels, hotels, hostels. You can stay in private apartments. Attractive to amateurs secluded relaxation, walks, delicious Bulgarian cuisine and seafood.


 Beach on Golden Sands

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Attractions

There are many places in Golden Sands that it would be a sin not to visit during a trip to Bulgaria. The TOP 10 favorite tourist places include:

1. Eiffel Tower- this piece of Paris is an exact scaled-down (32 m) copy of Eiffel’s work. It is located on the resort promenade. There is a cafe at an altitude of 6 meters. The tower, shimmering with lights in the evening, attracts many tourists who want to visit Paris and Golden Sands at the same time.



 Eiffel Tower Cafe

2. Aladzha Rock Monastery- its other name is the Holy Trinity Monastery. Its construction dates back to the 11th–12th centuries. During Ottoman yoke it received the name Aladzha, which translated from Turkish means “variegated, colorful.” The monastery itself consists of 20 rooms, 3 churches and a chapel, carved into the rock. The chapel contains bright and beautiful frescoes, which are still perfectly preserved, which probably gave the name to the monastery itself. There is a museum at the monastery where you can learn about its history and buy memorable souvenirs. Is in national park"Golden Sands". The greenery, tranquility and silence surrounding it will attract people seeking peace and solitude.



 Aladzha Rock Monastery

3. Church of St. John the Baptist- located simply in the center of the resort. The church has very beautiful and rich decoration. The chapel will be remembered for its unusual, but at the same time simple architecture.



 Church of St. John the Baptist

4. Museum under open air"Chiflika"- this authentic exhibition will help you get to know the character and customs of the Bulgarians better. This will be facilitated by large collection ethnographic exhibits, works of folk craftsmen working right at the exhibition. In souvenir shops you can buy great gifts or decorations for your own home. Often performances are held here that give an idea of ​​the traditions of the Bulgarians - for example, a Bulgarian wedding. An obligatory part of the excursion is a feast, the basis of which is hearty and tasty dishes of local cuisine.

5. Natural Park"Golden Sands"- arose earlier than the resort infrastructure. It occupies 13 sq. km, all natural flora and fauna are preserved in it. The park features five tourist routes, they all have different colors. Thus, orange, blue and yellow will introduce guests to Bulgaria with picturesque landscapes, botanical rarities and habitual inhabitants of Bulgarian parks and forests. Each of them lasts one and a half hours. The green and red routes will take from 2 to 5 hours. They will attract history buffs, since hikers will be able not only to admire nature, but also historical monuments.



 Natural Park "Golden Sands"

6. Aquapolis Amusement Park- fountains, pools, artificial waterfalls, slides, unusual, stylized Moorish architecture of the towers are the hallmark of this complex. Its area is 40 thousand square meters. m, the number of attractions is about one and a half dozen. There is entertainment for extreme sports enthusiasts, for children's recreation, and for those who like to relax on sun loungers. Things can be stored in separately paid safes, but you can refresh yourself not only in the cafe of the complex, but also outside it, which will be cheaper. You do not need to pay entrance fees again when you return.



 Amusement park "Aquapolis"

7. Dolphinarium- one of the symbols of holidays in Bulgaria. The building is very unusual - it is a cube made of glass and aluminum. And the program is one of the best on the Balkan coast. Both children and adults will love it. You can swim with trained dolphins or take a souvenir photo with these extraordinary animals.

8. Beaches- This business card beach holiday in Bulgaria. They are famous for their purity (witness the Blue Flag) and the truly golden color of the sand. On the beaches there are many cafes, attractions for children and adults, sports grounds and bars. Here you can learn the art of diving, ride a pedalo, hang glider or parachute jump.

9. Balneological center- famous springs and pools with mineral water have always been popular with people who want to maintain their health in good condition. Patients with arthritis, arthrosis, asthma, neuroses, cardiovascular and skin diseases can receive proper treatment in mineral springs. There are separate treatment programs for children and adults.

10. Excursions to nearby cities- you can learn a lot of interesting things by visiting them. Varna - Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, famous Roman baths, seaside park, observatory, Asparuhov Park, Stone Forest. 60 km from Varna is the famous Cape Kaliakra. Balchik - residence of the Romanian Queen Maria, Botanical Garden, museums, churches. Nessebar - many churches, Byzantine baths, a port, an embankment, an amphitheater, the remains of an ancient fortress, a windmill.

Other types of entertainment

Golden Sands is notable for the fact that it is suitable for almost everyone, both adults and children, those who love solitude, and those who prefer to relax actively.

Leisure

For adults, Golden Sands can offer:

  • windsurfing - riding the waves using a windsurf - a small streamlined board with a flexible sail installed on it;
  • diving is an activity for those who love to contemplate undersea world with special equipment, the duration of stay under water ranges from several minutes to 12 hours;
  • parasailing is a way to soar over the surface of the water under the canopy of a parachute, and the extreme sports enthusiast himself is attached to the boat with a cable;
  • hang gliding;
  • Skydiving;
  • jet skis;
  • Beach volleyball;
  • basketball;
  • walking and cycling;
  • walks on yachts and sea trams.


 Windsurfing

Night life

Life on Golden Sands does not stop when night falls. You can spend this time interestingly in the following establishments:

  • nightclubs;
  • bars - Mojito Beach Bar (youth bar on the beach), Arrogance Music Factory (club music, several dance floors), Daiquiri Cocktail Bar (the best hookahs and a huge selection of cocktails);
  • restaurants;
  • casino - “Red Crayfish”, Havana Casino, Hotel International Casino;
  • bar variety shows - “Astoria”, “Russian Troika”.

Where to stay

Choosing a place to live is one of the cornerstones of a successful holiday, especially since there are several options to choose from, each of which is good in its own way.

Private apartments

  1. Villa White Dove- located just above Kabakum beach, just a few meters from the sea, you can walk in a couple of minutes. Some rooms have a kitchen and dining area. Free Wi-Fi available. Transfer from/to Varna airport is possible. Pets allowed.
  2. Kabacum Holiday Houses- cozy and picturesque accommodation, some rooms have a separate kitchen and dishwasher. Free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is continental and American. There is a sun terrace.
  3. Dilov Apartments in Yalta Golden Sands- very close to the beach, kitchenettes in the rooms, washing machine, swimming pool on site, free parking and Wi-Fi. Transfer from/to Varna airport.
  4. Apartments in Kabacum- located 100 m from the beach, next to a mini market and bus stop, free parking and Wi-Fi.
  5. Cabacum Plaza Beach Apartments- located almost on the shore, on the territory there is a swimming pool and sun terrace, a lobby bar, free parking and Wi-Fi, the rooms have a microwave, stove and refrigerator.


 Villa White Dove

Hostels

For tourists on a budget, there are several good hostel options:

  1. Family Hotel Piter. You will find free parking (street and guarded) and Wi-Fi, non-smoking rooms, laundry, daily cleaning of rooms and the beach, food delivery to the rooms, entertainment for children. Hospitable hosts, cozy homely atmosphere, delicious breakfasts, beach towels and sunbeds - free of charge.
  2. Аpart Hotel Golden Line- the hostel is a 3-minute walk to the beach, there is a heated and illuminated swimming pool, a SPA center, a children's playground, free parking, ramps for baby strollers.
  3. Nympha Hotel, Riviera Holiday Club- excellent cuisine, proximity to the beach and park, near a bus stop and a grocery store.

 Riviera Holiday Club

Hotels

There are more than enough hotels on Golden Sands. The best ones:

  1. Moon- very convenient location, newly renovated, daily cleaning of the rooms, varied food, proximity to the sea, lack of noise.
  2. Golden Line- cleanliness and thoughtful design of the rooms, location almost in the center of the resort, but away from unnecessary traffic, animation for children, swimming pool.
  3. Palm Beach- beach 50 m from the hotel, spacious rooms and balconies, indoor and outdoor pools, Lobby bar.
  4. Atlas- 300 m to the beach, wellness center, several swimming pools, children's club and playground, non-smoking and family rooms.


 Hotel Atlas

Transport network and car rental

To get from Varna Airport to Golden Sands by bus, you need to find a stop next to Terminal 2. Route 409 will take you through the center of Varna to Golden Sands. Buses leave every half hour. Tickets can be purchased directly on the bus. You can take a taxi. The average price is 15–20 leva (8–10 euros). If you are planning trips throughout Bulgaria, you should think about renting a car. There are companies providing such services at Varna Airport.

You can also use online booking and choose the most suitable one from among the many offers. Adequate rental price - 25 euros per day. Public transport Golden Sands itself is very environmentally friendly - just like the resort itself. Tourists are offered five types of eco-transport:

  • two routes of mini-trains attached to an electric car;
  • solar-powered taxis;
  • pedicabs;
  • bicycles;
  • horse carts.


 Horse carts

Where to eat deliciously and inexpensively

Golden Sands has many restaurants, cafes, and pizzerias where you can have a hearty and substantial lunch or snack.

Did you know?Bulgarians do not chop meat, but saw it with a hacksaw.

Each of these establishments is unique, but they are united by a large selection of fish dishes, an abundance of music, a cozy location and large portions. However, a universal law applies here: the farther from the beach, the cheaper. You can have a wonderful time and enjoy Bulgarian cuisine at a very reasonable price in the following restaurants:

  1. “Captain Cook” - a lot of fish dishes, an excellent wine list, a good location - near the pier, with a wonderful view of the sea and ships from the windows.
  2. "Exotic" - live music, playroom for children, obligatory alcoholic compliment from the establishment, reasonable prices, large selection of dishes.
  3. "Sinbad" - serves Turkish cuisine. You can enjoy not only the multi-level layout of the restaurant, but also belly dancing and live music.
  4. “Krivata Lipa” - they offer several types of fish soup, pizza baked in a real oven, and crayfish, which are caught from the water right there in front of the visitor. The selection of fish and meat dishes is also impressive. Together with classical music and very affordable prices, the restaurant will leave very pleasant memories.
  5. “Kosharata”, “Vodenitsata”, “Zlatna Rybka” - will offer dishes of Bulgarian cuisine, which can be enjoyed accompanied by an incendiary program of a folklore variety show. If we add here the original interior and food prepared with soul, then this memory of Bulgaria will be one of the most memorable.

In Bulgaria and Golden Sands there are many fast foods, snack bars, and cafeterias, but it is worth paying attention to the purely Bulgarian ones:

  • mehans - restaurants in the national style, a great many of which are scattered throughout Golden Sands; the food here is very tasty and very inexpensive - a full three-course lunch for two will cost 25–40 leva, the range of dishes is huge, but the emphasis is on national cuisine;
  • Sladkarnitsy is another universal chain of confectionery shops: here you can enjoy cakes, pastries, ice cream, sweet drinks, and cocktails.


 Sweet carnitsa Zlatnata ribka Varna

What to bring

Every tourist, returning home, wants to bring with him something that would remind him of his vacation and the country where he spent it. You can please your loved ones and yourself with these souvenirs from Bulgaria:

  • blessed water, bottled and packaged in special small bottles - free;
  • rose oil: 1 ml - 40 euros;
  • pink series cosmetics sets: from 15 euros;
  • excellent natural bed linen: from 20 euros;
  • national embroidered tablecloths, napkins (usually red or green): from 8 euros;
  • snow-white handmade lace: tablecloths - 40–50 euros, napkins - 2–5 euros;
  • ceramics for home decoration, pottery - from 5 to 200 euros, the cost depends on the size of the product and its artistic value;
  • alcohol: famous rakia (vodka) - from 8 to 12 euros, the most popular rakia is plum, apricot and grape;

Important!Don't buy a lot of alcohol - customs regulations limit its export to 2 liters of wine and 1 liter of strong alcohol.

  • wines: from 8 to 50 euros;
  • brandy “Pliska”: 0.5 l for 5 euros;
  • copper products: a copper coffee pot can be made right there, in front of the customer - from 13 to 18 euros;
  • silver jewelry: from 2.5 to 10 euros per 1 g;
  • sweets: Turkish delight - 150 g for 2 euros, rose petal jam - 2.5 euros for 200 ml;
  • food: canned cheese - from 2.5 to 6 euros, “kori” (dough for making banitsa) - 1 euro per 500 g, lyutenitsa (spicy seasoning made from fried red peppers and tomatoes) - 2 euros per 600 g, sausages, which are made only with Bulgarian spices “Lukanka” and “Sudzhuk” - 7–12 euros per 1 kg, tea - from 0.70 euros, spices - from 1 euro, honey - from 3.5 euros per 1 kg.


 Spices

All food in Bulgaria is very natural, without all kinds of flavoring additives and GMOs. All these sweet little things in Golden Sands can be purchased at the city market - there is the largest scope for choice. You can also take a closer look at the goods that are sold in the numerous souvenir shops located just behind the beach area. If your discerning taste is not satisfied with the shopping offers of Golden Sands, you can go to Varna and walk along the Varna Mall.

In the city center from Cathedral There are whole streets of souvenir stalls. It is also worth visiting the Piccadilly supermarket, which is rich in all kinds of shopping options, including alcohol. Even if you don’t bring any souvenirs from Bulgaria, it’s impossible to forget it: fresh sea ​​air, impressive landscapes, bright colors and the amazing hospitality of its inhabitants will remain in your memory for a long time.

Video: Golden Sands, Bulgaria

The climate is mild, temperate continental, reminiscent of the Mediterranean climate. Average air temperature in summer months- 27 degrees, water - 24 degrees Celsius. The holiday season lasts from May to October. Due to the absence of sharp temperature fluctuations and high humidity, the resort climate is ideal for all categories of tourists without age restrictions.

Beach

The name of the resort speaks volumes about the availability here beautiful beach, covered with fine golden sand. Its length is about 3.5 km, its width in some places reaches 100 meters. The sea bottom is sandy and flat, ideal for children. The beach and the resort as a whole have been awarded the prestigious international Blue Flag award. This award is given to environmentally friendly resorts on the planet. Like most Bulgarian beaches, the beach in Golden Sands is divided into two zones. The water area is considered free. Next is a paid area where you can use sun loungers and umbrellas.

Accommodation


The resort offers its guests accommodation in hotels of different categories or in private apartments and houses. There are practically no newly built hotels here like in Sunny Beach. But almost all the hotels in the complex have been newly renovated and modernized. Private sector on the contrary, it was rebuilt within 10 recent years, therefore, it offers its guests accommodation in modern complexes with excellent infrastructure. Each of these complexes is equipped with a swimming pool, children's playground, shops, etc.

The most famous and prestigious hotels in Golden Sands are Admiral, Kempinski Hotel Grand Hermitage", "Marina Grand Beach". Many of the hotels accept tourists all year round. They come here to breathe the healing air and take wellness treatments in balneological centers.

Entertainment

In entertainment resort complex able to satisfy any need. For lovers of sports and a healthy lifestyle, there is a lot of equipment here. sports grounds and fitness centers. Wellness centers Moreover, they will not leave this category of tourists indifferent. The most famous of them is “Ambassador”. Here you can not only undergo procedures, but also get advice from a specialist.
Like any other self-respecting seaside resort, Golden Sands offers water activities for every taste. Almost every sector of the beach has a mini-station equipped with every conceivable and inconceivable device for entertainment on the water. There is an Aquapolis water park on the territory of the complex.

The Golden Sands beach stretches along the entire resort. The total length of the Golden Sands beach in Bulgaria is about 3.5 km. The width of the coast is from 50 to 100 meters. The widest beach strip is in the central and northern parts. The entire beach area is fine-grained sand, there are no stones. But the entrance to the sea is not as gentle as on the beach Sunny Beach, with children you will have to look for an area with a smooth entry into the sea.

According to one legend, the name “Golden Sands” is associated with pirate gold, long buried on this beach and eventually erased into sand.

Entrance to the beach area is free. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available for a fee. Areas of the beach where you can use your own towel are marked with “Free Zone” signs. Free zones are located behind paid ones, not near the seashore. On paid areas a set of chaise longue + umbrella will cost 8-10 leva.

The resort is considered the most party place in Bulgaria. At night, the beaches of Golden Sands host numerous bars and clubs, shows for adults and even a kind of red light district.

Hotels near the beaches of Golden Sands are not necessarily fashionable hotel complexes. The first coastline has budget hotels, but it’s worth keeping in mind that Golden Sands is a party place. At night, the beach area turns into a huge open-air disco. Those who like a relaxing holiday and families with children are better off choosing hotels on lines 2-3. Hotels on the first coastline with their own area on the beach will cost from 100 leva per night. All-inclusive hotels (half of all hotel complexes resort) - from 100-110 leva.

Beaches of Golden Sands

The entire beach strip of Golden Sands can be divided into 5 zones:

  • Central beach. It stretches from the 3* Bonita hotel to the fashionable Admiral 5. The beach strip in the central part is wide, in addition to sun loungers and umbrellas, there is a lot of entertainment for tourists: McDonald's and eateries with Bulgarian fast food, a casino and several nightclubs, beach bars ("Eiffel Tower", "Mojito", "Bierkonig"), Ferris wheel. As a rule, photos of Golden Sands beaches usually show Central Beach.
  • Wild beach. The southernmost beach. The area looks abandoned and unkempt. The length of the beach is 200 meters. The entrance to the sea is rocky in places. Not on the beach tourism infrastructure— the nearest eateries are on Chaika North beach. Nudists often relax on the wild beach.
  • Seagull North. The beach is very small - 100 meters long. It is divided into 2 zones: guarded and unguarded. The entrance to the sea is gentle and sandy. There are 2 cafes on the beach. Chaika North is open to tourists from 08:00 to 18:00.
  • Beach complex Riviera. The complex includes not only cafes and restaurants, but also a center water activities, as well as swimming pools with mineral water. Prices on the Riviera are higher than on other beaches; for example, sun loungers with an umbrella will cost 30 leva. The beach is open from 08:30 to 17:00.
  • Beach near the Admiral hotel. The pedestrian walk starts here tourist area. There are restaurants along the pedestrian zone, souvenir shops, authentic taverns and pirate bar. The beach is not as wide as the central one. But the entrance to the sea is also comfortable here. On its territory there is a pier with yachts, from which pleasure boats and excursion trips launch.

Prices

Water activities on the beaches of Golden Sands include: windsurfing (30 leva), banana boat rides (20 leva), catamarans (20 leva), water skiing (30 leva). In the northwestern part there is a large water park - "Aquapolis" with extreme and family slides, a lazy river and a children's town.

A snack at a beach cafe will cost 20-35 leva for two, lunch at a fish restaurant - from 45 leva. You can have a hearty snack at local eateries with Bulgarian pies - 3-8 levs. It is better to buy fruits in advance at special markets or supermarkets. Prices on the beach are several times higher than market prices. Some nightclubs charge an entrance fee (20-50 leva), which includes drinks from the bar.

Golden Sands Beach at night

How to get to the beaches of Golden Sands in Bulgaria

The beach strip is not very long, within the resort up to seashore You can always get there on foot. They run from other resorts intercity buses— along the beaches of Golden Sands there are several public transport stops.

Those planning a holiday on the beaches of Golden Sands should choose Varna Airport. The resort is located 25 km from the airport.

Scheme map car route from Varna airport to Golden Sands resort

You can get from Varna to Golden Sands by bus, taxi or order a transfer. The latter option is especially convenient because you can order a car in advance, from home.

Central beach of Golden Sands on video

The Golden Sands resort (bl. - Zlatni Pyasci) is located 20 km northeast of Varna, where the nearest international Airport. North of Golden Sands (approximately 10 km) is famous resort Albena, a South part Golden Sands borders the resort of Constantine and Elena.

In summer, the average temperature is +25...+28, and the sea water temperature is +23°C..+25°C. Golden Sands has beaches whose width in some places reaches 100 m. The sea here is very clean and calm, the seabed is sandy and flat, which is most suitable for families with children. Due to the shallow waters near the shore, the water does not cool down even at night.

The Golden Sands resort began to develop in 1957. Today there are more than a hundred hotels of various categories, many restaurants, discos and night bars. The resort has balneological treatment centers where arthritis, arthrosis, asthma, chronic pharyngitis, bronchitis are successfully treated, and also relieve neuroses and stress. In addition to traditional methods, treatment with propolis and bee venom is used here, and methods of Chinese traditional medicine are used.

Informally:
For those who like a quiet, unfussy holiday, Golden Sands is most likely not suitable. Especially during the high season. Life here does not stop even at night. If you have also chosen a hotel on the first line, then be prepared to sleep with the windows tightly closed. Otherwise, you will listen to what they listen to in the nearest disco bar, and similar establishments are everywhere in Golden Sands. If you still choose Golden Sands as a place to relax, but still love silence, then it is better to choose a hotel either on the second line, or somewhere on the edge near the Morsko Oko hotel, or live in such elite complexes like "Sunny Day" or "Riviera". For young people, everything described above is only a plus. A huge number of places where you can “hang out”. A large number of peers from all over Europe, continuous life. By the way, children also really like this resort.

For lovers active rest All conditions have been created here. The resort has everything you need for this: gyms, fitness centers, tennis courts, fields for playing table tennis, volleyball, basketball. There is a theater, cinema and casino, and kids will be taken care of in kindergarten. There is also a water park in Golden Sands. The embankment offers many excursions and sells Bulgarian souvenirs. In the southern part of the resort (near the International Hotel) there is a clothing market where you can also buy souvenirs and everything you need for a beach holiday.

Informally:
The best place to go for shopping is Varna. You can get there by bus or taxi. In order not to wander around the city aimlessly, we immediately recommend starting from Tsar Boris I Street. There are many different shops there. There are also souvenir shops and tourist offices.

Recommendation:
Don't hail a taxi on the street. It’s better to ask the hotel reception to call you a taxi by phone. It is guaranteed to be cheaper, sometimes by several times. On the street, you should take a taxi only when there is nowhere to go, or having a clear idea of ​​how much the trip might cost and agreeing on the amount in advance.

Among the attractions, it is worth visiting the medieval rock monastery of Aladzha from the 14th century. The monastery is located a few kilometers from the resort. It can be reached by taxi in 5 minutes or on foot. Aladzha Monastery is inactive. Now it is an open-air museum. The monastery was built in the form of several terraces carved into the rock, connecting the cells and the temple. There is also an indoor museum, which displays a small collection of icons, household items and manuscripts.


Beach in Golden Sands