Hike Nebet Tepe
Old Town 1.5 hrs
Climb one of Plovdiv's seven hills for panoramic views and ancient fortress ruins.
Where to stay
Hotels in Plovdiv
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At a glance
Climate
Continental
Languages
Bulgarian and English
Local currency
BGN
(BGN)
Local time
(GMT+3)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Old Town or Kapana
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
10% is customary for good service.
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
70 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Banitsa
Shopska Salata
Kavarma
Rakia
When to visit Plovdiv
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: June, July
Busiest: Jun-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, snow possible
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Feb35
Cold, winter chill
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Mar50
Cool, spring emerges
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Apr70
Mild, pleasant
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May85
Warm, ideal
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Jun90
Hot, sunny, peak
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Jul90
Very hot, sunny
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Aug88
Hot, sunny
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Sept80
Warm, pleasant autumn
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Oct65
Cool, colorful foliage
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Nov45
Chilly, grey
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Dec30
Cold, winter
Things to do in Plovdiv
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Discover Kapana Creative District
Kapana 2.5 hrs
Immerse yourself in a vibrant neighborhood of art galleries, workshops, and trendy cafes.
Best in the evening
1 place
Relax at Tsar Simeon Garden
City Center 1.5 hrs
Enjoy the Singing Fountains and lush greenery in the city's central park.
Any time of day
4 places
Roman Amphitheatre
Old Town 1.5 hrs
Explore the remarkably preserved ancient Roman theatre still used for events.
Wander Old Town Plovdiv
Old Town 3 hrs
Stroll through cobbled streets past colorful National Revival houses and ancient ruins.
Visit Ancient Stadium of Philippopolis
City Center 1 hr
See the remains of a vast Roman stadium beneath the main pedestrian street.
Plovdiv Regional Ethnographic Museum
Old Town 1.5 hrs
Discover traditional Bulgarian crafts, costumes, and lifestyle in a beautiful house.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Plovdiv
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Activity tour
Half-Day of Horseback Adventure with Wine Tasting
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Standard tour
Plovdiv Walking Tour To Old Town And Ancient Roman Landmarks
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Private Full Day Cycling Tour in the Rhodope Mountains from Plovdiv
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Standard tour
Private Day Trip From Plovdiv To Wine Cellars And Wine Tasting
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Activity tour
Plovdiv Exquisite Wine Tasting
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Activity tour
Wine Day Tour from Plovdiv - Thracian Vineyards, Batak & Tsigov Chark Lake
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Standard tour
Private Ancient History Spa and Wine from Sofia
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Standard tour
Private Virtual Tour in Plovdiv with a Local Guide
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Practical ratings
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Near Plovdiv
Straight-line distance from the centre of Plovdiv.
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