It is a great place to learn about Bulgarian culture and history. I enjoyed visiting it in March 2025. It has a beautiful garden, so it is also good spot for taking break in touring the city.

In the first place I bought myself a cheap student ticket because I had to go on the included toilet very urgent, but after I came to peace with this I really enjoyed the exhibition showing Bulgarians' customs and tradition. Worth-visiting place if you're in town in my opinion!

This is a nice cultural museum with nice items they used in the old times. There is a 4.50 euros ticket to get in. It is a huge museum to see a lot of folclore things.

This is a nice cultural museum with nice items they used in the old times. It has a beautiful garden.

It’s as beautiful in the outside as it is inside. There aren’t many unique to this museum artefacts ( I think ) but the place is so historic, amazing, it’s worth visiting.

Very nice Museum on Bulgarian culture. Have explanations in English. Very interesting.

If you want to buy an authentic souvenir from the museum in Plovdiv, this is the museum with the widest variety and most authentic products.

Very nice old town. Good for a nice morning stroll. Lots of restaurants and bars around. I can recommend walking side streets as well. Overall a good experience but nothing really spectacular.

The Old City of Plovdiv (ancient Philippoupolis) is a magnificent blend of history, culture, and architecture. Once a thriving Greek and Roman city, it still preserves its charm through cobbled streets, colorful 19th-century houses, and elegant churches and museums. Highlights include the Ancient Theatre, the Ethnographic Museum, and beautifully restored mansions like Balabanov House. Don’t miss the crafts street, where local artisans create and sell handmade jewelry, ceramics and traditional souvenirs, a lively reminder of the city’s creative spirit. A must-see for history and art lovers alike.

Plovdiv’s Old Town is one of the most beautiful and atmospheric places I’ve visited. The cobblestone streets, colorful Revival-era houses, and hidden courtyards make the whole area feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Every corner has something interesting—museums, galleries, small cafés, and amazing viewpoints over the city. It’s clean, calm, and perfect for walking, even if you’re just exploring without a plan. The architecture is stunning, especially the traditional Bulgarian houses and the Roman theatre. Locals are friendly and there’s plenty of information signs in English too. If you’re in Plovdiv, you simply must visit the Old Town. It’s easily one of the highlights of the city.

It's a wonderful old city, but I definitely recommend avoiding it in hot weather. We think it's best visited in the fall. A stroller isn't comfortable due to the cobblestones. Sneakers are more comfortable. It's a pleasant city to visit.

Definitely worth visiting — it’s the only truly beautiful spot around. Just be careful with your footwear, as the ground is uneven with broken stones and no flat surfaces. Free entrance.

Very nice place to walk with your loved ones. Enjoyed the old city this afternoon 🤗

I had a wonderful experience visiting this place and saw the culture of a civilization that existed many years ago! What they discovered and what they have done to survive.

This is an important archaeological site in both Plovdiv and Bulgaria, with finds dating back 6000 years! It’s free to visit (which is unusual), and is far more than just a place to watch the sunset. There’s excellent signage in Bulgarian and English - spend a few minutes exploring this important site of cultural heritage.

Nebet Tepe is one of the most beautiful and historic spots in Plovdiv. The walk up the hill is short and pleasant, and once you reach the top, you’re rewarded with an excellent 360° view of the city, especially breathtaking at sunset. You can clearly see the Old Town rooftops, the modern city below, and even the surrounding hills. The atmosphere is calm and relaxed, perfect for a quiet break or a photo stop. A must-visit place if you want to feel the spirit and history of Plovdiv.

Probably the most beautiful evening view in all of Plovdiv. It’s absolutely worth walking up from the Old Town after sunset. Both the archaeological site and the surrounding old streets are beautifully lit, and the panorama over the city is stunning. If you want a memorable view of Plovdiv at night, this is the place to go.

Amazing experience! It’s incredible this place! Must seeing.

Fabulous spot for sunset ..people have been watching sunset from here for over 6000 years

Historic spot with a great view

It's disappointing. Great views and legend has it that it dates back to 4000 bc, boy it's just a bunch of rocks and stones, I was expecting more

We visited this house in a cheerful mood with my friends, and when one of us simply asked if we could take photos inside, the lady in charge abruptly replied, “Not without a ticket,” and shut the door in our faces. We were already planning to buy tickets to enter; we only wanted to ask whether photography was allowed inside. Such rude behavior is truly disappointing and does not suit a cultural center like Plovdiv at all. I strongly condemn this attitude.

Ground floor exhibition which I found quite interesting. First floor you can see original furniture and decor…

Beautiful historic building, perfectly renovated and with art exhibition in some rooms. Incredible craftmanship for example in the ceilings. Worth going.

Amazing place, home to many art evens. The house itself is a world heritage, protected by UNESCO. Pay special attention to the wood carved ceilings.

The house is not the original one from the beginning of the 19th century, since that was demolished, but a faithful reconstruction from 1935 based in every detail on the original plans. This probably explains the great shape the house is in. Typical for the Revival Period in Bulgaria, my personal favourite were the wooden ceilings, fine Ottoman style. The only thing I didn't like is that the house is now used to host temporary art galleries in an attempt to mix the old with the new with mixed results in my opinion

If you come to Plovdiv, you should visit this house. Awesome architecture in the style of "The old town district". It's museum too.

Great structure in Plovdiv and if you like antique houses, this is the one for you.

Hemingway Restaurant – Overpriced and Underwhelming Hemingway in Plovdiv is, unfortunately, a highly overrated restaurant that left us thoroughly disappointed. The portion sizes are shockingly small for the prices they charge, and to make matters worse, the food simply isn’t good. • We paid 25 BGN for a goat cheese salad that came with two cherry tomatoes and five leaves of greens—completely unreasonable. • The sweet potato side dish we ordered was undercooked and hard. • The duck magret, usually one of my favorite dishes, was tough and chewy, and the rice served with it was bland. The dish was paired with a so-called orange bread, which had no hint of orange flavor at all. While the prices are sky-high, the quality of the food is far below acceptable standards. The only positive from our visit was the excellent service—the staff was professional, attentive, and polite throughout. Still, that’s not enough to make up for the poor food and inflated prices. I do not recommend Hemingway.

You just can't fault this place with anything. Food, service, ambient romantic music, everything is superb 2A+. Great selection of wines, the traminer was super good. The best place we've been to by far ! So rare to have such a good service, polite, not intrusive and knowing what to do. Well done guys 👍

Upon entering Hemingway, nestled near the beating heart of Plovdiv’s old town, one cannot help but feel the curious stir of discovery—a sensation not unlike stepping into one of Mr. Sherlock Holmes’s cherished haunts. The soft hum of conversation, the gleam of polished wood, and the discreet clinking of fine glassware form a symphony of refinement that would have pleased even Dr. Watson’s discerning sensibilities. The interior, with its artful balance of warmth and sophistication, conjures the atmosphere of a London salon from a more gracious age. Gentle lamplight plays upon vintage mirrors; books line the walls as though awaiting a reader between courses; and subtle jazz weaves through the air like a well-kept secret. Every table appears to have been placed with deliberate intention—each a private stage for an unfolding culinary drama. As for the service, it is nothing short of elementary in its perfection. Attentive yet unobtrusive, the staff move with a quiet precision that would impress even the great detective himself. One has the distinct impression that every guest is not merely served but rather studied—their preferences anticipated before a word is spoken. The cuisine, a masterful marriage of local tradition and creative flair, arrives with presentation so meticulous that it might well have been examined under Holmes’s magnifying glass. Each plate tells its own story, each flavour harmoniously aligned to produce the satisfying logic of a well-solved case. In the end, dining at Hemingway is not merely a meal—it is an experience, rich in detail and deduction, emotion and elegance. It is the sort of establishment where one lingers over dessert not out of hunger, but out of admiration. Were Mr. Holmes ever to find himself in Plovdiv, I have no doubt he would take a corner table here, lost in thought and flavour alike, exclaiming at last with quiet satisfaction: “My dear Watson, the mystery of true hospitality has been most delightfully solved.” Overall score 4.6/5 for a Culinary Perfection Restaurant

The food was absolutely delicious, though the portions could be a bit larger. The waiter was slightly unfriendly, but aside from that, we had a wonderful experience and enjoyed our time here.

So classy and gorgeous place. Top service, extremely kind and high level staff. Food is extremely tasty, well prepared and so carefully served I was not sure I am still in Bulgaria. Top chpices for wine. We had live music that night and it almost made me cry. Great performance, music very well chosen and discreet, added so much to my experinece. I cannot thank you enough for the opportunity to feel so important and to spend so wonderfully a gew hours so I totally forgot some of my troubles and worries. Reservation highly recommended, payment by card available, very clean toilets.

Service was good, but the food not so special very basic and way overpriced for the value. Feels a bit touristy place (trap)!

Delicious food, excellent service and classy interior. Despite the busy time, the host did the impossible to find us a table. The food was wonderful and I'm glad I got to dine here again

old fashioned including the style of music good service. food was good and well presented the salad was particularly good and the banoffee pie is good

Very good choice for a quiet dinner

Exceptional place to dine, not often that a restaurant gets it so spot on with food quality and service, and a little live music to make the ambience even more perfect.

Generally, I'm always a little bit reserved when I see a lot of positive feedback for this object, but I have nothing to say bad about this restaurant and I will be give it 5 stars with pleasure. The dishes were on high level. Service was quick and the waiter was competent for the dishes and also for the wines.

Memory Restaurant can be easily reached on foot from the centre of the City. Herein you find a soft and sophisticated atmosphere. During the summer they have a charming dehors with very nice wall and light decorations. The restaurant inside is very elegant and has some really nice corners that will catch your eye. The food is really at the eight of expectations. Very good raw materials and good dishes. Price and quality are absolutely balanced. Strongly Recommended.

Supreme menu and food styling in fancy place with excellent service. Why then 4 stars?! Just the next place in Bulgaria where you ask for the bill and you don't get the official document...it just don't suits for a place from such a class to hide taxes like this.

The menu is quite rich, both with international dishes but also ones closer to Bulgarian cuisine. We took roasted peppers with cheese, eggplant with baked bread, beef biftek and pork meatballs. The food was quite good, perhaps the beef biftek too salty. The portions are mid sized, prices mid to slightly high category. The place is located near a market, somehow at the ground garden of an apartment block, but once inside it's neatly decorated. The service is good.

The food and service were great, and the view was even better. We had green salad, zucchini Greek style (was incredible!! )staffed cabbage leaves, chicken on a hot plate and beer. The portions are big, so it’s perfect for sharing. definitely worth visiting! Enjoy :)

Very friendly staff, but it got crowded which increased the waiting time at several tables. If you want to have a table outside (with the best view) you definitely have to make a reservation. Otherwise they will probably have a table for you inside, but that was very hot with not a lot of cooling. Also the tables were quite sticky and a lot of stray cats hanging around in the restaurant. The menu and food were okay with even some surprising dishes like duck hearts, but everything was served quite randomly as snacks, which suits a beer garden.

Large beer house, well promoted apparently. We were greeted and seated promptly during an afternoon with not many customers. Food was good but average. Fried trout, tuna salad, potatoes with three cheeses, Greek salad, beer. Cute kittens entertain the guests. Good view of the town from the terrace.

Great service and views of the city. The food was excellent and you will not go hungry, the portion sizes for the clay hot plates were huge! Prices were very good too especially considering how much food you get. The staff were very good when dealing with our dairy and nut allergy. They checked all the food and clarified what we could and couldn't eat.

Enjoyed a wonderful lunch here with fantastic, friendly service. It's in a tourist spot, with good view, but definitely worth a visit for a beer and some down to earth, good food.

The spareribs were very nice! It was enough for 2 persons. Also very nice service and cute cats to cuddle with. Good place to have a nice lunch

The food is delicious and inexpensive. The portions are large. You can eat well. It's a cozy place.

Excellent atmosphere, I really liked the tractor/sewing machine decoration. The food was good, we got exactly what was expected, the plating was excellent. The only minor complaint was a very hot chili pepper in the traditional meat roll. I understand it should be there as a side but the baking of the pepper made the grilled potato very spicy. Our waitress remedied this superbly. I did not appreciate the sexist comment from the male waiter, but will leave the points for the waitress excellent service

Food was tasty and nicely plated. Interior is very nice. The food was served fast. Even though they state there are a lot of vegan options in reality — not that many. My friend was struggling to find smth for herself. Weird that you can’t just replace side dish. We had one person lactose intolerant and we could only remove mashed potatoes and order baked separately. Fig salad was delicious!

Tucked discreetly within Plovdiv’s lively city center, Smokini Restaurant offers a refined yet approachable dining experience that blends contemporary sensibility with heartfelt Bulgarian hospitality. The restaurant’s atmosphere is warm and thoughtfully designed — polished wood, soft lighting, and a balance between modern elegance and rustic charm. Service is attentive, professional, and confidently paced, reflecting a clear commitment to guest experience. The kitchen shows clear technical skill and respect for ingredients: the slow-cooked beef brisket is tender and deeply flavorful, while the sea bass fillet is perfectly executed with crisp skin and delicate seasoning. The signature Smokini Salad showcases freshness and balance, a fine example of the restaurant’s elegant simplicity. The Sea Bass Fillet is a study in balance and restraint. The skin is expertly crisped, giving way to tender, moist flesh that flakes effortlessly. The seasoning is clean and measured, allowing the natural sweetness of the fish to shine. It’s often paired with light vegetables or a citrus-accented sauce that lifts the dish without overwhelming it — a fine example of modern Mediterranean refinement. The Beef Brisket, by contrast, speaks of time and depth. Slow-cooked until it reaches perfect tenderness, it carries rich smoky undertones and a subtle caramelization that builds with every bite. The accompanying sides — often earthy, comforting, and well-seasoned — ground the dish beautifully. This is a plate that feels honest, hearty, and deeply satisfying, crafted with both patience and precision. Only local Bulgarian Wine selection is served here. Ciabatta bread could be better. Maybe we should have tried the baguette. Overall score 4.5/5 for a Bulgarian/European Cuisine

We love the city but we have never tried this amazing restaurant! We are happy about our choice: the food was very delicious, the mix of tastes and the original menu are a big plus. The service was impeccable and it was very cozy and pleasant. Highly recommend it! :)

A great experience, the place has great vibes and ambiance , it is beautifully decorated. The service is professional and top-notch. Above all, the food is just tasty and well prepared , a great selection of wine , reasonable prices , what more can one ask foe 😀

Nice venue, the staff is very polite, professional and helpful. We went for dinner on a Friday night with our young baby without a reservation and we were very pleased with the service. The food is very good, traditional food with a modern twist. The waiter who served us suggested to us what to eat and what drink to have with it. We will come back next time in the city.

Fast service. Sold quality and taste of food. Great place to have dinner at if you are into Bulgarian food. Available seats outdoors and indoors.

There is ample free parking outside. The restaurant is spacious and decorated to a more modern design. The seating is comfy. There are smoking and non-smoking areas. The sushi was fresh, light, and tasty. The paella was wet and was not paella it was more like risotto. The seabass was so dry and tasted only of charcoal. The calamari was very greasy but had a light batter. If I had stopped at the sushi, all was good, but sadly, ONLY the sushi was good here. They do not serve Bulgarian beer, which was disappointing. I previously read the reviews regarding bad service, there was no problem with service, the problem is the kitchen that cook, they must not reheat or over cook the fish.

The only good thing was the Beef Pepper Steak, which was excellent. Everything else was unacceptable – we were first seated at a dirty table, the soup we ordered never arrived, service was absent for half an hour, and when the burger finally came the fries were cold. To make things worse, after we paid in cash the waitress didn’t even bother to ask about change and simply kept the rest as a tip. Extremely poor experience. Definitely not recommended.

Yes, the restaurant looks good and has good atmosphere, but that’s all. We waited quite a while for the waiter to take our order, then probably around 15 more minutes for him to come and tell us that they ran out of the wine we wanted. Then it took them 1 hour to serve our dishes. He forgot to bring us one Ice Tea, that we ordered at the beginning and it was then included in the bill. I personally don’t recommend this place.

I had the pleasure of dining here, and the atmosphere was unique. Its sophisticated atmosphere immediately captivated me. From the elegant decor to the impeccable service, every detail was considered. I loved the food as much as the atmosphere. Each dish was carefully prepared, creating an extraordinary dining experience. The ingredients were fresh and the flavors were perfect in every bite. This restaurant is perfect for a romantic dinner or a relaxing night with friends!

Very nice restaurant! The menu is quite varied and surprisingly for me - everything turned out super delicious! The staff was great too and the atmosphere is welcoming and comfy - outside it’s more like a bar and inside it’s a restaurant. The only thing that could be better - the desserts. I liked it very much!

Unsatisfying experience. The place is huge and well, modern made with good service but food is way overpriced. Really small portion of sea food, not well prepared. I was so hyped about gazpacho with ceviche shrimps and it was a disaster. It was broken sour and there is a barely half a small shrimp in it. The salad we ordered wasn't fresh either. Stake was okay but again way overpriced. Fish was fine and actually they do great broccoli soup. So go for them and should be fine.

We came for brunch. Service was polite but slow for everything, drinks and food. Avocado toast had good bread but not enough avocado paste and the pouched eggs were hard boiled. English breakfast could have better quality meat since it was a bit tasteless. Mushrooms were good. Serving great Julius coffee. Sushi was tasty as well as the deserts.