Meeting Venue – Headquarters of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences
The Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (BAS) is the oldest institution in modern Bulgaria. The Headquarters of BAS is located in one of the most iconic and historically important buildings in central Sofia at 1 “15th November” Street. Situated near the former edifice of the National Assembly, the majestic St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski”, the building forms part of a landmark ensemble in the city’s architectural and cultural core. Built in the early 20th century, the building features Neoclassical architectural elements that reflect the drive for modernity and institutional identity following the Liberation of Bulgaria. It stands as a lasting symbol of commitment to scientific progress and cultural development during a defining period in national history.
Today, the distinguished edifice serves as the headquarters of BAS, accommodating the central administration and several coordinating units that oversee scientific activities across BAS institutes and throughout the country. Besides its administrative function, the building also provides a prestigious setting for leadership meetings, official ceremonies, academic conferences and visits by international delegations. This dual role as working headquarters and a ceremonial venue makes it an ideal place for events of national and international importance.
Marin Drinov Hall
The Marin Drinov Hall is among the most distinguished and frequently used representative spaces in the Headquarters building of the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. Named in honor of Academician Marin Drinov, the first president of the Bulgarian Literary Society (the predecessor of BAS) and a key figure of the Bulgarian National Revival, the hall reflects historical legacy and intellectual stature. With its refined atmosphere, historical character and versatile functionality, Marin Drinov Hall is a preferred venue for scientific and cultural events that show the role of BAS as a leading scientific, spiritual and expert center in Bulgaria.
Location
How to get there
The distance between Sofia Airport and downtown Sofia is approximately 11 km. You can reach the conference venue in less than 30 minutes by metro, bus, or taxi. When using public transportation, you can buy your ticket simply by holding your contactless bank card close to any validation device inside the vehicle for a few seconds.
Metro: Take Line M4 (yellow line) of the Sofia Metro and get off at “Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski“. The venue is just a 5-minute walk from the station.
Bus: Take bus 84 or bus 184. The most convenient stop is “Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski“. You may also get off at “General Yosif Gurko” (the final stop), but we recommend staying on the bus for one more stop to reach Sofia University.
Taxi: Request a taxi at the stand to the right of the arrivals area, or from the official taxi desk near baggage claim. A ride to the city center typically costs 15–20 EUR.
For up-to-date information on routes and schedules, please visit https://sofiatraffic.bg/en