Nora & Juan

Things To Do

While in Bulgaria, we encourage you to travel to other beautiful parts of the country like Sofia, Rila Monastery, the Seven Rila Lakes, Devetashka Cave, and the Black Sea Coast. Below are our favorite recommendations while you're in Plovdiv! A fun fact about Plovdiv: it's the oldest still inhabited city in Europe at 8,000 years old!

Plovdiv Old Town

Wander the streets of the Old Town!

A blend of galleries, museums, ancient ruins, 19th-century mansions, and Thracian ruins, Plovdiv Old Town (Staria Grad) is a highlight of any visit to the city.

Roman Ruins under H&M

Visit the Ancient Roman Stadium Ruins under H&M!

Address: TsentarPlovdiv Center, ul. "Knyaz Alexander I" 11, 4000 Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Basilica of Philippopolis

Museum with

The Bishop's Basilica of Plovdiv (or the Great Basilica) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and museum showcasing ancient ruins.

Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo

Day Trip from Plovdiv

https://www.viator.com/Plovdiv-attractions/Asens-Fortress-Assenova-Krepost/d22041-a25217

Hike Bunardjik or Sahat Tepe!

The best views of Plovdiv can be seen from its 7 hills

Kapana

The arts & crafts district of Plovdiv

Stroll the winding maze-like streets of "Kapana," aka "the Trap" filled with cafes and galleries. The street lights here are connected to the local hospital and flicker every time a baby is born - if you hear people randomly stop to clap, that's why!