Bansko travel guide
Bansko Tourism | Bansko Guide
You're Going to Love Bansko
With a population of 9.232, Bansko is a must-see destination in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bansko has to offer.
When to visit Bansko
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bansko in July, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of -1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 42 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bansko, with an average rainfall of 19 mm.
How to Get to Bansko
Plane
Although Bansko doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sofia Airport (SOF), which is located 95 km from Bansko. The shortest flight to Bansko from the United Arab Emirates departs from Abu Dhabi and takes around 11h.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bansko, including Union Ivkoni, Vip Arda Tur and Bus. From Plovdiv, the bus ride to Bansko takes 209 km and will cost you around AED 103. From Thessaloniki, the ticket costs about AED 62 for a journey of 418 km.
Airlines serving Bansko
Where to stay in Bansko
From 5-star hotels such as the Premier Luxury Mountain Resort to great affordable options like the Rahoff hotel, Bansko offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 239 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 821 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bansko
Most booked hotels in Bansko
Hiring a car in Bansko
Expect to pay AED 5.26 per litre in Bansko (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 63.02 and AED 84.02. Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Bansko, while also 33% cheaper than other types, on average.