Location: Plovdiv
Top Things to do in Plovdiv
Top 10 Things to do in Plovdiv, Plovdiv Province
Plovdiv (Bulgarian: Пловдив, pronounced ['pɫovdif]) is the second-largest city in Bulgaria, with a city population of 341,567 as of 2015 and 675,586 in the greater metropolitan area. It is an important economic, transport, cultural, and educational center. There is evidence of habitation in Plovdiv dating back to the 6th millennium BCE, when the first Neolithic settlements were established; it is said to be one of the oldest cities in Europe.
Restaurants in Plovdiv
1. Plovdiv Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,740 reviews
Bulgaria's "second city", Plovdiv has 19th century houses and Roman ruins, including a Roman amphitheater in use today.
Reviewed By 773edithh
Do go! Wander around the cobbled streets, take a pick at the few ( overpriced) antique shops, check the galleries, the Bulgarian Renaissance homes, climb to the top of the hills and take a look at the breathtaking views.
2. Ethnographic Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 391 reviews
Reviewed By permia
In the beautiful Argir Kuyumdzhioglu home is a fine array of exhibits, reflecting key aspects of Bulgarian life. An exceptionally ornate setting in the National Revival style incorporating Baroque influences makes for one of the most charming houses in the Old Town. Extensive artefacts are to be seen across crafts, agriculture, musical instruments, and more. Given the importance of Rose Oil, it features well. Musical pursuits cover instruments and also some lovely old gramophones.
3. Plovdiv Roman Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,312 reviews
Reviewed By thomasozbun - Vicenza, Italy
We payed the entrance fee 1,5 leva (75 cents) and entered the building. The theater, one of the best preserved in the world, was built in the 1st century AD, when the city was known as Philippopolis (before becoming Trimontium), and the whole cavea, or spectator seats, is still perfectly intact, while the stage has some columns still standing. The view from there was very nice, with the modern city just below, and the Rhodope mountains far in the distance.
4. Chiesa SS. Constantin e Elena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By permia
Lovely frescoes at the entrance welcome one to the grand place of worship. Contributing to the grand facade, in addition to the elegant and ornate white tower belfry. Richly embellished, the interior is striking. A marvellous iconastasis is the divider between the between the priest and congregation. Gilt and paintings make it an awe inspiring sight. Predominantly in a dark azure hue, the lined ceiling has some holy images and impressive suspended lighting.
5. Alyosha
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By Zhoro1 - Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Situated on the peak of a rather steep hill, the stone Russian soldier is an official WW2 monument. There has been a monumental statue of some kind here since antiquity (which in Plovdiv goes back eight thousand years). The park leading up to the monument is especially lovely in spring. If you go there by car you can leave your car for free (one hour) in the multi-storey underground parking of the nearby shopping mall (Markovo Tepe).
6. Regional Archaeological Museum Plovdiv
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By q234pkjh
Incredible museum, many kind and helpful staff, security ... and inside the wonderful atmosphere, we were especially impressed by the golden treasures of Bulgaria! A must visit!
7. Air Museum Plovdiv
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
8. Park Tsar Simeon
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4.5 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By krizis78 - Plovdiv, Bulgaria
After a complete overhaul a few years ago, this place has become a top destination for me. I remember it from my childhood years because of the singing fountains. It's even better now! I recommend every tourist to go there. Suitable for fasting both during the day and in the evening. There are plenty of playgrounds and alleys, benches and a lovely shade ... fountains where gorgeous children can get wet and play with water; singing fountains and eating establishments and cocktails. It's wonderful!
9. Kapana suberb
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4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By cvcvcv2018 - Athens, Greece
The most modern part of the city, Kapana preserves the architectural and traditional memories of the past. Appeared as an art center 5 centuries ago. Just a few minutes walk from the main street of Plovdiv, you reach the small pedestrian streets, where buildings are full of graffiti. Small cafes and restaurants. Would love to visite it in the summer
10. Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 468 reviews
Reviewed By PopisteanuG - Bucharest, Romania
right in the middle of the city, appeared by chance (an earthquake) this stadium, witness of the Roman Empire; Plovdiv was capital of a Roman province, Tracia, and thanks to that the Emperor Marcus Aurelius decided to invest for a better living of the inhabitants a city under the the city, two worlds and 1800 years in between the area was very nice restored and is very well included int the nowadays city there is a short available 3D movie, which helps for a better understanding of what was the role of this stadium; ask for tickets, you will have a visit for an old house (National Revival style) included
