Bansko mountain panorama

Bansko, Bulgaria

Your Guide to Bansko

Helping you discover the very best of Bansko in every season.

Things to do in Bansko

Everything this mountain town has to offer

Local advice. Honest recommendations. Beautiful places. Everything you need to plan an unforgettable visit to Bansko.

Skiing in Bansko
Winter

Skiing in Bansko

Bansko is Bulgaria's premier ski resort — 75km of pistes, modern gondola lifts, and snow from December to April.

Pirin Mountain Hiking
Summer

Pirin Mountain Hiking

The Pirin Mountains offer some of the best hiking in Bulgaria.

The Old Town
Culture

The Old Town

Cobblestone streets, 19th-century stone houses, and the beautiful Sveta Troitsa church — Bansko's soul is in its old quarter.

Food & Drink
Food

Food & Drink

Traditional mehanas serving slow-cooked Bulgarian dishes, local wines, and the famous Bansko bean soup. Eat like a local.

Après-Ski & Nightlife
Nightlife

Après-Ski & Nightlife

From cozy mountain bars to lively clubs, Bansko's nightlife scene is one of the best in the Balkans.

Life in Bansko

Your local guides

We've called Bansko home for years

We live here, we explore the mountains, eat in the restaurants, enjoy the bars and festivals, and experience Bansko through every season. Explore Bansko is our guide to the places we love, the things we do and the useful stuff we've learned along the way — from skiing and hiking to where to eat, what to see and what's happening around town. Real local knowledge. Honest recommendations. No tourist brochure nonsense.

Our goal is simple: help you fall in love with Bansko the way we did. Whether you're here for the ski season, a summer hiking escape, or just curious about this remarkable little town — we've got you covered.

— Leanne & Martin

Our cosy mountain chalet

Stay IN BANSKO

Want to stay with people who know Bansko?

Looking for somewhere to stay while you explore Bansko? Our private chalets give you a comfortable base for your mountain adventures, with local hosts who know the town and mountains inside out. From the best places to eat and drink to ski hire, hiking routes and the places visitors often miss, we're always happy to share our local tips.

  • Central Location
  • Mountain views
  • 10 min walk to Gondola
  • Local hosts on hand