Tsarevo from Burgas: how to get there and what to see
Tsarevo is a town on the edge of the Strandzha mountains, where mountain air meets the sea. It is the starting point for trips into Strandzha and to the southernmost beaches of the coast. It is about 65 km from Burgas by road.
- ≈65 kmfrom Burgas by road, about 50 km as the crow flies
- ≈20 kmto the Turkish border
- 7 kmto Lozenets
Distances, travel times and prices are approximate and timetables change with the season. Check them at the South bus station before you go.
Getting there from Burgas
Bus from the South bus station
Buses to Tsarevo leave from the South bus station in Burgas. Service is limited off-season; check the timetable and price at the ticket office.
By car
Road 99 branches off Road 9 south of Burgas and runs through Sozopol and Primorsko. About 65 km by road.
On the way
Sozopol, the Ropotamo reserve, Primorsko and Kiten lie along the road. Ahtopol is further south of Tsarevo.
When to go
The swimming season runs from May to September, with the warmest sea from July to September. More on the sea temperature page.
Data collected from open sources and our own coast pages.
Sea Garden
A park on Cape Limnos with a mosaic compass rose at the viewpoint and a memorial to a Soviet submarine crew.
History Museum
Thracian gold and silver treasure and finds from the sea floor.
Church of the Dormition in Vasiliko
Built in the 1810s. The tiny Vasiliko beach is next to it.
Port and square
A bronze female statue at the port entrance, a sailboat fountain on the main square, and the remains of the wooden ship Goryanin displayed outdoors.
Strandzha
Tsarevo is the starting point for trips into the Strandzha mountains. Mild climate, nature park.
Data collected from open sources and our own coast pages.
Beaches and the sea
Nestinarka
The largest beach in Tsarevo, in the south. Wide sand and a gentle entry into the water, so it is recommended for families with small children.
Arapya
A safe bay with shallow water, about 2.5 km north. The largest improved beach, with hotels, campsites and water sports. The road may be unpaved.
Town and quiet beaches
The town beaches are small. For a quiet rest look for small beaches such as Vasiliko, where there are fewer people.
Data collected from open sources and our own coast pages.
Tips
Without a car
The town itself is walkable, but outlying beaches are inconvenient on foot. A single bus line links the bus station, the centre and Vasiliko, on an irregular schedule.
Bike lane
A bike lane runs towards Arapya.
Water quality
In August 2023 pollution was reported near Popski beach. Tests later showed no dangerous levels. Check current reports before swimming.
Data collected from open sources and our own coast pages.
Questions and answers
How far is Tsarevo from Burgas?
About 65 km by road via Sozopol and Primorsko. Buses leave from the South bus station; there are few of them off-season.
Which beach in Tsarevo is best for children?
Nestinarka is recommended for families: wide sand and a gentle entry into the water. Arapya also has a shallow, safe bay.
Do you need a car in Tsarevo?
Not for the town, but the outlying beaches and Strandzha are easier with a car. One bus line runs irregularly, and a bike lane leads to Arapya.
Data collected from open sources and our own coast pages.
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Distances, travel times and prices are approximate and timetables change with the season. Check them at the South bus station before you go.