Audio Guide of the Dimitar Peshev House Museum

The Dimitar Peshev House Museum in Kyustendil is open from Tuesday to Sunday, from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and is closed on Mondays. To get there, you can take a bus from Sofia to Kyustendil (about 2 hours) and then walk 10 minutes from the central station; the address is 4 Tsar Simeon Street. More details are available on the official website of the Kyustendil Historical Museum.

Admission costs 6 Bulgarian lev (approximately 3 euros) for adults, while it is free for children, students, and people over 65. It is recommended to buy tickets at the on-site ticket desk, as online reservations are not required.

It is recommended to allow at least 1 hour for a complete visit, including the main exhibition and the historic house. If you are interested in the history in greater depth, you may want to extend your visit to 1.5 hours to read all the panels and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Dimitar Peshev was a Bulgarian politician who in 1943 led a protest against the deportation of Bulgarian Jews, saving more than 50,000 lives, which led to his recognition as Righteous Among the Nations by Yad Vashem. The museum preserves his home and documents this story of heroism during the Holocaust, highlighting Bulgaria's role in protecting its Jewish population.

Spring (April to June) or autumn (September to October) are ideal because of the pleasant weather in Kyustendil, avoiding the summer heat and winter cold. Visit in the morning to avoid crowds and enjoy more natural light in the exhibitions.

The museum has partial wheelchair access on the ground floor, but the stairs to the upper floors are not adapted, so some exhibitions may not be accessible. We recommend contacting +359 78 22 09 in advance for assistance-related questions.

In Kyustendil, just a 5-minute walk away, you will find the Vladaya House Museum and the Regional History Museum. Do not miss the Roman baths and the Pautalia Monastery, 10 km away, ideal for combining history and relaxation in a single visit.

Wear comfortable shoes for walking through the historic center and use headphones if you prefer audio guides (available in Bulgarian and English for a small extra fee). For a richer experience, read about Peshev before you go and visit in the low season for more personalized guidance; book in advance if you are traveling in a group.