Most booked tours and tickets in Plovdiv
Wonderful Bridges-Bachkovo Monastery-Assen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv
5.041 reviews7h
from €115
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Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv
5.032 reviews3h
from €84
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Plovdiv, Asen's Fortress and Bachkovo Monastery small group tour with pickup
5.027 reviews9h
from €83
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Tickets and tours by attraction
The best options for each of Plovdiv's top sights, compared.
Top sights in Plovdiv
- 1Ancient Roman Theatre
- 2Old Town (Stari Grad)
- 3Kapana Creative District
- 4Regional Ethnographic Museum
- 5Alyosha Monument
- 6Bachkovo Monastery (day trip)
- Walk Through 8,000 Years of History: Stand where Roman gladiators fought in the remarkably preserved Ancient Theatre, explore the sprawling Roman Forum complex, and climb Nebet Tepe—the site of the original Thracian settlement. The Archaeological Museum holds the famed Panagyurishte Treasure, while the Djumaya Mosque stands as a testament to Ottoman rule.
- Experience a Thriving Creative Hub: Get lost in the 'Trap' (Kapana Creative District), a maze of streets filled with independent designer boutiques, artisan workshops, and street art. Attend a jazz night at Kotka i Mishka, browse contemporary Bulgarian art at the Sariev Gallery, and catch an indie film at the intimate Kino Odeon.
- Indulge in Bulgaria's Wine & Food Renaissance: Sample robust Mavrud and Melnik wines in rustic cellars like Villa Yustina or modern tasting rooms in Kapana. Savor slow-cooked kavarma in a clay pot at a traditional mehana, taste the unique Patatnik (potato and cheese dish) from the Rhodopes, and don't miss the creamy local yogurt.
Tickets and passes in Plovdiv
Private 4x4 Experience in the Rhodopes with Ostrich Farm Visit
5.01 review2h
from €219
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Food and drink experiences in Plovdiv
Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv
5.05 reviews3h
from €97
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Day trips and outdoor activities from Plovdiv
E-Motorcycle Tour in Rhodope Mountains to a Beautiful Canyon View
5.026 reviews3h
from €100
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Day trip to The Marvelous Bridges and the unique Rhodope cuisine
4.919 reviews9h
from €79
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Hidden gems in Plovdiv
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
The Small Basilica Archaeological Site
An incredibly well-preserved 5th-century early Christian basilica located in the heart of the city, now housed within a modern protective building.
Lavina Bookstore & Cafe
A sprawling, multi-level bookstore in an old factory building in the Kapana district, with a cozy cafe tucked inside.
The Plovdiv Roman Aqueduct
The remains of a 2nd-century Roman aqueduct that once supplied the city, located in the Lauta park area, north of the center.
Hristo G. Danov Street Antique Shops
A short street near the Dzhumaya Mosque lined with small, cluttered shops selling antiques, vintage items, and Soviet-era memorabilia.
The Secret Garden of the Hindliyan House
The secluded, tranquil courtyard garden at the back of the Hindliyan House museum in the Old Town.
Day trips from Plovdiv
Bachkovo Monastery
30 min by car or 1 hour by bus
The second-largest monastery in Bulgaria, nestled in the Rhodope Mountains. Founded in 1083, it's renowned for its unique blend of Georgian, Bulgarian, and Byzantine architecture, stunning frescoes, and serene setting along the Chepelare River.
Asen's Fortress
25 min by car (often combined with Bachkovo)
A dramatic medieval fortress perched on a sheer cliff in the Rhodopes. The main surviving structure is the beautifully preserved 12th-13th century Church of the Holy Mother of God, which contains well-preserved frescoes and offers breathtaking valley views.
Koprivshtitsa
1.5 hours by car or 2 hours by bus/train
A perfectly preserved museum-town from the Bulgarian National Revival period, frozen in the 19th century. Its colorful houses, each a museum dedicated to revolutionary heroes, tell the story of Bulgaria's fight for independence from Ottoman rule.
Plan your Plovdiv trip
Things to do in Plovdiv: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Plovdiv?+
Top sights include Ancient Roman Theatre, Old Town (Stari Grad), Kapana Creative District and Regional Ethnographic Museum. Away from the crowds, try The Small Basilica Archaeological Site and Lavina Bookstore & Cafe.
What are the most popular tours in Plovdiv?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Private city walking tour of Plovdiv (4.9 stars, 94 reviews); Plovdiv guided walking tour (4.8 stars, 48 reviews); Wonderful Bridges-Bachkovo Monastery-Assen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv (5.0 stars, 41 reviews).
How much do tours in Plovdiv cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €11 and €219 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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