Plovdiv Sightseeing Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Period: Year-round     Trip duration: 3-4 hours

Please note: Payment is made directly to your guide in euros after the tour.

Meet your guide at a convenient location in the heart of Plovdiv and embark on an unforgettable journey through one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe.

Your tour follows the lively main pedestrian street of Plovdiv, passing through the beautiful City Garden and the famous Singing Fountains. From there, you will explore the charming Old Town, where cobblestone streets, colorful houses from the Bulgarian Renaissance era, and centuries of history await you at every corner.

During the tour, you will visit some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Ethnographic Museum, several authentic 19th-century Bulgarian houses, and the magnificent Ancient Theater of Philippopolis – one of the best-preserved Roman theaters in the world.

The experience continues to Nebet Tepe, the historic hill where the city of Plovdiv was founded over 8,000 years ago. Here, you will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city while learning about Plovdiv’s remarkable past.

You will also visit the impressive Great Basilica of Philippopolis, home to some of the finest early Christian mosaics in Europe, and watch a short historical film showcasing the city’s rich heritage.

As part of the experience, you will have the opportunity to visit Old Plovdiv Retro Photo, one of the city’s top-rated attractions according to TripAdvisor. If you wish, you can dress up in authentic Bulgarian traditional costumes that are over 100 years old, experience a piece of Bulgarian heritage, and take a unique photo as a souvenir.

To end the tour, you can choose to relax with a glass of Bulgarian wine or another drink at one of our favorite local establishments, while receiving additional recommendations for places to visit, restaurants to try, and hidden gems to explore during your stay in the city.

This tour combines history, culture, architecture, local traditions, and unforgettable views, offering a complete introduction to the spirit of the city.