National Palace of Culture (NDK) Metro Station: Schedule, Lines & Map

National Palace of Culture station (NDK) is a station on Metro Line M2, opened on 31 August 2012. Since 26 August 2020 it has served as a transfer station with the same-named station on Line M3. It is located beneath Bulgaria Square, between Patriarch Evtimiy Blvd, Vitosha Blvd, and the National Palace of Culture. Structurally, the station was built during 1980–1982 as part of the original NDK construction. The station is fully underground with an island platform, single-span, and a flat roof. Platform length: 114 m, width: 8 m. Access is provided via 11 entrances and exits — through the NDK underpass, the pedestrian tunnel, Vitosha Blvd, and the end of Bulgaria Square. The transfer connection to Line M3 is situated in the northern ticket hall, where both halls are joined into a shared paid zone. The architectural concept draws inspiration from the proximity to the park, realised through smooth organic forms, generous lighting, and fresh spring colours — deep pink, light green, white, and grey-beige. Glossy mirror surfaces reflect the light and evoke a sense of water. The ceiling features a suspended Hunter Douglas system with continuous decorative lighting running its full length. On one side of the platform, an artistic ceramic panel depicts a stylised silhouette of the NDK building. The floor is laid with light and dark grey granite tiles. The station was designed by architects Elena Paktiawal and Farid Paktiawal, and was recognised at the national Building of the Year competition. Transport connections: trams 1, 6, 7, 8, trolleybuses 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, buses, and night lines N2, N4.