Discover Plovdiv.
Go beyond the obvious.
Ancient streets, creative neighbourhoods, food, culture and easy escapes into the Rhodopes — gathered in one practical guide.
Choose what kind of day you want
01Family & Kids
Parks, playgrounds, family attractions and hands-on places for children.
02Food & Drink
Local food, wine, cafés and places worth a stop.
03Outdoor & Nature
Parks, hills, river walks, viewpoints and easy time outdoors.
04Sports & Active
Cycling, running, swimming, tennis, rowing, fitness, climbing and live sport.
05Tours & Experiences
Guided walks, tastings and bookable ways to discover Plovdiv and the region.
Start with the places that define the city.
Ancient PlovdivAncient Theatre of Philippopolis
A remarkably preserved Roman theatre between two Old Town hills, still used for performances and offering one…
City CentreRoman Stadium of Philippopolis
A monumental Roman stadium hidden beneath Plovdiv’s main pedestrian street, with its northern curve exposed at Dzhumaya…
Old TownNebet Tepe
Ancient hilltop archaeology, wide city views and the earliest layers of Plovdiv.
Old TownBalabanov House
One of Old Town’s emblematic Revival houses, used today for exhibitions and cultural events.
Make Plovdiv your base.
Roman spa towns, monasteries, Thracian sites and the Rhodopes — all within reach of the city.
Roman heritageHisarya Roman Walls & Gates
Exceptional Late Roman fortifications surrounding the spa town of Hisarya.
Easy escapeAsen’s Fortress
Medieval fortress and cliffside church above Asenovgrad, with dramatic Rhodope views.
Rhodope foothillsBachkovo Monastery: history, visiting and day trips from Plovdiv
Plan a visit to Bachkovo Monastery: medieval history, churches, transport from Plovdiv, parking, practical tips and nearby…
RhodopesThe Wonderful Bridges
Spectacular natural rock arches in the Western Rhodopes, around 80 km south of Plovdiv.
One city, many different Plovdivs.
Use neighbourhoods and areas to understand the city instead of scrolling through an endless list of attractions.
Explore PlovdivMake the city your base.
Build easy day trips around destinations, individual places and outdoor activities.
Around Plovdiv →A city of layers.
From Nebet Tepe and Philippopolis to Revival houses and contemporary culture.
Discover the storyPartners from the region.
Selected local businesses and places supporting Plovdiv Travel.
Explore partners →Current conditions and forecast
Check the weather before a city walk or a trip towards the Rhodopes.