Ruse, Bulgaria

Ruse Highlights

The Best of a Remarkable Architectural Ensemble Marvel at the architectural variety of “Little Vienna,” Bulgaria’s most important river port. Established in the 1st century, Ruse is a repository of neo-baroque, neo-rococo, Empire, Renaissance and Secession brilliance. During a guided excursion, pass the crimson-hued Opera House; the Liberty Monument, the symbol of the city completed around the turn of the 20th century; and the neoclassical Theater and Concert Hall. Continue to the baroque Old City Center, a collection of architectural styles, and the impressive Sveta Troitsa Church with its hexagonal tower. Then, browse the fascinating collection at the Museum of History, which houses 140,000 artifacts and items discovered in Danube castles. Stop at the engaging Ethnographic Museum, where you will learn what life was like in this corner of Bulgaria in the 19th century, then return to your ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.