Rose Garden-Herb Garden

Neofit Rilski Village · near Varna

Rosarium-Herbarium

A boutique place where roses, herbs, and Bulgarian traditions come to life

Only about 20 minutes from Varna, in the village of Neofit Rilski, right next to the Historical Park, you will discover an extraordinary place, created with great love for nature, Bulgarian traditions, and family values.

Rosarium-Herbarium is not just a garden. It's not a museum. It's not a park. It's a small, fragrant, and soulful place, spanning 4.5 decares, created for people who seek beauty, tranquility, and meaningful encounters with nature.

There's no noise here. No hurried everyday life. There's the scent of roses, the song of plants, stories about herbs, and the feeling that time seems to stand still.

Photo: panoramic view of the gardens
Discover

What's in the Rosarium

The world's only collection of gilded medicinal plants "The Golden Herbs of Bulgaria"
The largest author's sculpture of a Rose in Bulgaria
An old copper pot for extracting rose oil
The largest private antique collection of old books, newspapers, and magazines on health, herbs, and family health culture
Bridge of Lovers
Rock garden and sea of roses
Rose Mandala
Coffee with rose and herbal elixirs
Rope swing on a century-old walnut tree
Path of Health
Children's corner
Free parking
What you will find here

Bulgaria's first musical garden

What does a rose sound like? Or a mint? Or lavender? In the Rosarium-Herbarium, you will hear the music of living plants, transformed into melody through special technology that registers their electrical impulses.

Photo: the musical garden
Unique exhibition

"The Golden Herbs of Bulgaria"

The world's only collection of real medicinal plants — over 60 species of medicinal herbs, immortalized through special technology and covered with 24-karat gold. Each plant is natural and carries its symbolism, uniqueness, and melody.

A special place in the exhibition is occupied by the Golden Wheat Ear — a symbol of the "Garden of the World," which His Holiness Pope Francis received in the Vatican.

Photo: the "Golden Herbs of Bulgaria" exhibition
Symbol of Bulgaria

"The Golden Rose of Bulgaria"

The largest author's sculpture dedicated to the Bulgarian oil-bearing rose — a favorite spot for photos among our visitors.

Photo: the "Golden Rose of Bulgaria" sculpture
A walk

Four thematic gardens

Stroll through:

Fragrant rose alleys and medicinal plants
Rose Mandala
Bridge of Lovers
Century-old walnut tree with a rope swing
Path of Health
Rock garden and sea of roses
Cozy relaxation spots
Children's corner with a huge trampoline

All of this is spread over 4.5 decares of beautifully landscaped gardens. For your convenience, there is also free parking.

Heritage

Collection of rare books

Explore the largest private collection of books over 130 years old, dedicated to folk medicine, medicinal plants, family health culture, and Bulgarian traditions. A true treasure for history and knowledge enthusiasts.

Photo: the collection of old books
Enjoy

The Taste of Rosarium

Your visit won't be complete without trying:

☕ Artisan coffee with rose
🌿 Herbal elixirs, prepared from fresh herbs and honey

Photo: coffee with rose and herbal elixirs
Photo: "SlovoZdrav" shop
Season 2026

Admission for season 2026 by barter — our gift to you

Currently, there is no admission fee. Instead of a ticket, we invite you to become part of the history of Rosarium-Herbarium:

  • Take a photo at Rosarium-Herbarium
  • Follow our Facebook page
  • Share your photos
  • Tag Rosarium-Herbarium in your post

Admission by barter includes:

  • Admission
  • Photos
  • Swinging on the rope swing "for health"
  • Viewing the world's only "Golden Herbs of Bulgaria" collection
  • Familiarization with part of the process of immortalizing a real plant
  • Swinging on the couples' swing
  • A walk through the 4 gardens

This is the most valuable gift you can give us. Thanks to you, more and more people discover this little corner, created with great love.

For groups

Additional attractions for group visits

Attraction Duration Price
Participation in the immortalization process + taking the finished item (made of copper) after 5–6 hours (for a group of 15–20 people) 20–30 min. 15 €
Photo with Rosehip Wreath 1 min. per person 5 €
Demonstration (practical lesson) of preparing homemade vitamin C + tasting of the created herbal elixir 30 min. 5 €
Making a clay mask of Teres I (2 pieces, for a group of 15–20 children) 15–20 min. 3 € for 2 pcs.
Application of a real herb + drawing and describing its medicinal properties (for a group of 15–20 children) 15–30 min. 3 € for 1 pc.
Picnic in Rosarium-Herbarium (children) — outdoor games (trampoline, slide, sandbox, tug-of-war, archery), food like banitsa and sandwiches, herbal elixir, water, herbal candy, wool blanket 2 hours 15 € per child
Picnic in Rosarium-Herbarium (adults) — food upon request, herbal elixir, water, coffee, herbal candy, wool blanket 2 hours upon request
Planting a herb (seed) in a cup 3 € per child
Individual approach

Special services

Service Price
Wedding, family, and other photoshoots (with your photographer) 100 €
Dinner for a couple on the Bridge of Lovers (with prior arrangement of dinner details) 500 €
"Zaldas" Service 500 €

"Zaldas" Service

Those who choose a specific flower (from those already planted in the Rosarium) will have the incredible opportunity to have the entire production process of their unique artistic creation documented in the form of a short video, which traces the growth and development of the flower until the final product — a gilded plant — is obtained.

Special moments

Organize a special moment with us

Rosarium-Herbarium is a preferred place for:

Romantic evenings and dinner on the Bridge of Lovers
Marriage proposals and wedding ceremonies
Birthdays, anniversaries, and family celebrations
Corporate events, trainings, and seminars
Chamber concerts and cultural events

We have an exhibition hall, a training room, and four beautiful thematic gardens. All events are organized with advance reservation.

Photo: event / dinner on the Bridge of Lovers
Unforgettable shots

A paradise for beautiful photos

Each season transforms Rosarium-Herbarium into a different place. That's why engagement, wedding, family, and children's photoshoots, as well as commercial photoshoots and video filming, are often organized here.

Suitable for everyone

Who is Rosarium-Herbarium suitable for?

Families with children Couples Nature lovers Tourists from Bulgaria and abroad Photographers Schools and kindergartens Corporate teams Everyone seeking peace and inspiration
1.5–2 hours Recommended visit time to calmly explore the gardens and exhibitions, enjoy a drink, and take beautiful photos.
How to find us

Where we are located

Rosarium-Herbarium, Neofit Rilski village, Varna region.
Only about 20 minutes from Varna and right next to the Historical Park.

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Our mission

Why we exist

To preserve Bulgarian traditions. To tell the stories of plants. To inspire children to love nature. To bring people closer to nature, herbs, and health. To show that true wealth is not measured in possessions, but in knowledge, beauty, and shared moments.

Welcome to a small boutique place with a big heart.

We look forward to seeing you! 🌹

Come and discover the scent of roses, the song of herbs, and the tranquility of Rosarium-Bilkarium.

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