Audio Guide of Casa Velyanova

Casa Velyanova is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (May to September) and 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (October to April). It is closed on Mondays. We recommend booking in advance on its official website: velyanovahouse.com. Located in Bansko's old town, it is easy to reach on foot from the main square.

General admission costs €5 (10 BGN). Students and visitors over 65 pay €3, while children under 12 enter free. Cash (Bulgarian lev or euros) and card payments are accepted. You can check updated promotions in the tickets section.

A full visit lasts between 45 and 60 minutes. This gives you time to explore the 18 historic rooms, the traditional courtyard, and the permanent exhibition on 18th-century rural life in the Balkans.

It is one of the finest examples of Bulgarian National Revival architecture from the 18th century. It preserves unique defensive features and shows how wealthy families lived during Ottoman rule. It has been protected as cultural heritage since 1967.

Weekday mornings (Tuesday to Thursday) are quieter. Winter has fewer visitors than summer. Avoid long weekends and ski season (December to January) if you prefer a more peaceful visit.

The first floor has limited access due to steep stairs and historic thresholds. The courtyard and ground floor are partially accessible. Virtual tours are available for those who cannot access all areas. Contact +359 88 123 4567 for specific assistance.

Less than a 5-minute walk away you will find: Holy Trinity Church (with a Baroque iconostasis), the Neofit Rilski Museum (father of Bulgarian education), and the Pirin Golf Complex. More info at: Official Bansko Guide.

Wear comfortable shoes because of the uneven floors, flash photography is allowed (but no video), and don't forget to try the local wine at Velyan Tavern, 100 meters away. In winter, bring a coat as there is no modern heating.