Discover Plovdiv

The amphitheater, built in the 2nd century, ranks among the best-preserved in the world and is still used today for concerts and performances with a view over the city.

Magnificent 19th-century National Revival houses with characteristic bay windows and painted facades line the cobblestone streets of the historic hilltop district.

The former craftsmen's quarter has developed into a lively creative hub with street art, galleries, cafes and independent boutiques, and is considered the city's trendiest district.

With over 8,000 years of continuous settlement, Plovdiv ranks among the oldest continuously inhabited cities on the continent, visible in numerous archaeological layers.

Regular buses and trains connect Plovdiv with Sofia in about two hours; the small local airport has seasonal flights from a few European cities.

The amphitheater, built in the 2nd century, ranks among the best-preserved in the world and is still used today for concerts and performances with a view over the city.

Magnificent 19th-century National Revival houses with characteristic bay windows and painted facades line the cobblestone streets of the historic hilltop district.

The former craftsmen's quarter has developed into a lively creative hub with street art, galleries, cafes and independent boutiques, and is considered the city's trendiest district.