Burgas Airport (BOJ) sits about 10 km northeast of the city centre, with flights arriving from a range of European cities. For travellers heading to the coast, it is the practical gateway to Burgas itself, and the hotels near Burgas Airport make a convenient base for a first or last night before or after a flight. The airport's closest neighbourhood, Sarafovo, has a quieter, residential character and a beach of its own, which suits guests who prefer a less bustling setting while still being minutes from the terminal. Beyond the airport, Burgas rewards a longer stay. The city has been a crossroads of Thracian, Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman cultures, and archaeological remains are scattered across the area. In the centre, 19th- and 20th-century architecture surrounds the Burgas Regional Historical Museum and the Ethnographic Museum, while the Sea Garden, a large landscaped park along the coast, hosts open-air concerts and festivals. The annual Sand Sculpture Festival and the Burgas International Film Festival add to the city's calendar, and the warm months from late spring to early autumn bring the liveliest atmosphere to the beaches and resorts.