Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Plovdiv

One of Europe's oldest cities, with a Roman theatre and a colourful old town.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Plovdiv

Day 1

  1. MorningExplore the old town and visit the Roman theatre.
  2. AfternoonWander the creative Kapana district with its street art and small galleries.
  3. EveningWatch the sunset from Nebet Tepe hill.

Day 2

Day-trip to Bachkovo Monastery or the Thracian wine region.

What to eat

Kavarma, a slow-cooked meat and vegetable stew.

Local tips

Make the most of Plovdiv

Beat the crowds

Plovdiv is calm. The old town is lovely in the evening.

Best photo spot

The Roman theatre with the city behind it, and the colourful old houses.

Getting there

Trains and buses from Sofia take about 2 hours.

Don't miss nearby

Bachkovo Monastery, about 30 minutes away.

Good to know

Plovdiv is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe. The Kapana district is full of street art.

Plan your visit

Getting to Plovdiv

Getting there

  • Plovdiv Airport (PDV)12 km away
  • Sofia Airport (SOF)125 km away
  • Sofia135 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forOld towns & architecture, Food
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryBulgaria

Questions

Plovdiv: good to know

Is Plovdiv worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and food. One of Europe's oldest cities, with a Roman theatre and a colourful old town.

How many days do you need in Plovdiv?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Plovdiv?

You can visit all year. Plovdiv is calm. The old town is lovely in the evening.

How do you get to Plovdiv?

The nearest airport is Plovdiv Airport (PDV), about 12 km away. Trains and buses from Sofia take about 2 hours.

What is there to see near Plovdiv?

Nearby hidden places include Bansko (109 km), Rila Monastery (116 km) and Seven Rila Lakes (117 km).

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