Bulgarian lev (лв.)
Budget-friendly versus major Black Sea resorts. Guesthouses, simple seafood meals, and local transport usually cost less, especially outside peak summer weeks.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- 8-15 лв. for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- 18-35 лв. per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- 40+ лв. per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- 3-5 лв. for cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. For taxis, round up the fare. In cafes, small change is enough.