Stags on tour: the ultimate stag do in Sofia

Start the night off in style at this cool, underground venue. Drinks are cheap, and there is live music performed by local cover bands, as well as DJs as the night stretches on. The atmosphere here is incredible; friendly and fun without being too in your face – a description that also applies to the staff. If you get there in the early evening, there’s also the chance to sit outside in the charming little terrace. The décor inside is also just as pleasant, with exposed brickwork adding a classy touch to proceedings.   

The bar is a bit tucked away: you have to cross Bilkova’s Garden to get in, and even then it can be easy to miss.

This Sofia hospitality stalwart has been getting patrons merry for over two decades now. Situated right in the bustling heart of the capital, they’re open for food during the day but in the evening become a full-service cocktail bar. Not exactly a wild spot, this is more of a place to sit back and relax over a few drinks rather than smashing the shots, but given how cheap it is you’ll likely end up having a few. 

The staff are all incredibly friendly and helpful, and the patrons are quite chatty too, so you’re likely to make friends if you’re open to it. The music is also usually quite good – a little more ambient than other venues on this list but perfect for the atmosphere of Bar Iguana. A great place to have a few classy cocktails before the real partying begins. 

A stone’s throw from the central City Garden, this clubbing institution is one of the best places to go on your Sofia stag do. The drinks list is endless, and the staff are all on point, so you hardly have to wait for your beverage. Although there’s only a capacity of 120 people in the club, it still fulfils everything you’d want from a big night out. The club itself is sometimes open from Thursday night to Monday morning, reminiscent of the infamous Berlin clubs that hold weekend-long parties. Otherwise, it’s open until around five in the morning. The music varies, but is usually a combination of electronic and commercial, although special nights are sometimes running so that may change. A must visit for any reveller worth their salt. 

Despite not being near the beach, the décor and style of Cabana is very much like a seaside bar and club. Located at the top of the Walltopia Business building, right in the heart of the city, you can combine great tunes, a massive dancefloor, and unparalleled panoramic views of Sofia from this venue. If you go on a big night, you can even catch the sunrise yawning over the city while you’re still partying. Although a bit more expensive than other venues on this list, the atmosphere at Cabana makes it worth dolling out that extra bit of cash. A perfect place to end up on any Sofia stag do night.