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Things to Do in Plovdiv

Start your Plovdiv holidays by getting a lay of the land—leisurely wander around the Old District, where you can admire buildings originally constructed during the Bulgarian Revival period of the 1800s. If you're visiting in the warm summer months, get your mitts on some tickets to a concert or theatrical event held in the Roman Amphitheatre. Built during Emperor Trajan's reign in the 2nd century, and set on the banks of the Maritsa River, this mega complex is considered to be one of the finest outdoor theatres in the world.

While Plovdiv is speckled with historic sites, it’s also a city that knows how to party (partially due to being a university town). The city offers everything from dive bars to larger clubs where you can sip on some rakia—a fruity brandy and the national drink—or throw shapes until the sun comes up.

Getting to & Around Plovdiv

Flights to Plovdiv arrive in Plovdiv Airport, located 14 kilometres north of downtown. From here you can book a shuttle bus to transport you to one of our Plovdiv hotels. Most of the Old Town is off-limits for cars, so it’s best to explore it on foot.

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