# Plovdiv Old Town

> Plovdiv's Old Town spreads across the hills of Dzhambaz, Nebet and Taksim. With traces of settlement from the 6th millennium BC, Plovdiv is among the oldest…

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A hillside old town of Revival-era houses on cobbled streets, built around Roman remains and several hills. Walk up from the pedestrian centre and wear shoes with grip on the steep stones.

Plovdiv's Old Town spreads across the hills of Dzhambaz, Nebet and Taksim. With traces of settlement from the 6th millennium BC, Plovdiv is among the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and it belonged in turn to Thracian, Macedonian, Roman, Byzantine, Bulgarian and Ottoman realms. The Roman Theatre dates from the 1st century AD, probably under Emperor Domitian, held between 5,000 and 7,000 spectators depending on the source, and is used for performances again in summer. Remains of the Roman stadium also survive.

The townscape is shaped by the "Plovdiv houses" of the Bulgarian National Revival in the 19th century, built symmetrically with an oval hall and four corner rooms. Allow half a day for a walk around the hills. The streets are steep and cobbled, so wear non-slip shoes. Visitor information points are found in the Old Town itself.

- **Nearest town:** Plovdiv, Bulgaria
- **Category:** History & culture
- **GPS:** 42.1498, 24.7512
- **Editor's pick:** ★

## Good to know

**Best time to go:** The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

**Getting there:**

- **Bulgaria: Vignette needed for motorways.** Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 140 km/h.

## Sources

- [Old Town Architectural and Historical Reserve, Plovdiv (visitbulgaria.com)](https://visitbulgaria.com/old-town-architectural-historical-reserve-plovdiv/)
- [Plovdiv (Wikipedia)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plovdiv)
- [Roman theatre of Philippopolis (Wikipedia)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_theatre_of_Philippopolis)

## Nearby

- [Ancient Theatre of Plovdiv](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b16-plovdiv-theatre/) – 0 km
- [Asen’s Fortress](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b16-asen-fortress/) – 21 km
- [Bachkovo Monastery](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b16-bachkovo-monastery/) – 24 km
- [Wonderful Bridges](https://camping-spirit.com/places/b16-wonderful-bridges/) – 39 km

## FAQs

### Where is Plovdiv Old Town?

Plovdiv Old Town is in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, at GPS 42.1498, 24.7512. It is about 54 km from Shiroka Laka.

### Can you camp near Plovdiv Old Town?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Glamping & Motel "Alliance", about 6 km away; within 25 km there are 4 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

### What is there to see near Plovdiv Old Town?

Places worth a stop nearby: Ancient Theatre of Plovdiv (0 km), Asen’s Fortress (21 km), Bachkovo Monastery (24 km) and Wonderful Bridges (39 km).

### When is the best time to visit Plovdiv Old Town?

The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April, July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)