What to do and see in Veliko Tarnovo Province, Bulgaria: The Best Sights & Landmarks

July 5, 2021 Oliva Fomby

Coordinates: 43°19′N 25°33′E / 43.317°N 25.550°E / 43.317; 25.550
Restaurants in Veliko Tarnovo Province

1. St. Peter and Paul Church

Veliko Turnovo, Veliko Tarnovo 5000 Bulgaria http://museumvt.com/en/church-of-ss-peter-and-paul-and-church-of-st-ivan-rilski
Excellent
62%
Good
27%
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4.5 based on 63 reviews

St. Peter and Paul Church

Historic church withfresco murals from the 14th to 17th centuries

Reviewed By norma4up - Belfast, United Kingdom

It is a hard climb to reach the church particularly in the hot summer months but I would have been disappointed not to have visited. What a surprise awaits you inside the paintings and frescoes are so different to the typical Orthodox style it really is stunning. The views from the citadel are spectacular.

2. Tsarevets

Tsar Asen Square, Veliko Tarnovo 5000 Bulgaria +359 62 638 841 http://www.velikoturnovo.info/en/info/i86/Tsarevets.html
Excellent
55%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 1,347 reviews

Tsarevets

Dating to the 12th century, this strategic fortress is one of two highly fortified hills (Trapezitza being the other) that protected Bulgarian rulers living on the site in the tsar’s palace.

Reviewed By AdamDupont - Germany, null

Tsarevets is a medieval stronghold located on a hill with the same name in Veliko Tarnovo. If you are going there on the summer..bring a hat its quite hot when its sunny. The Sound and Light audiovisual show is an attraction carried out in the evening that uses three lasers, variegated lights, dramatic music and church bells to tell the story of the fall of Tarnovo to the Ottomans, as well as other key moments of the history of Bulgaria. It was free on every Saturday of the week and it was a great experience.

3. Samovodska Charshiya Complex

Veliko Tarnovo Bulgaria http://www.no-namebg.com
Excellent
53%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
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4.5 based on 222 reviews

Samovodska Charshiya Complex

Reviewed By dannywestwood

a beautiful street in he heart of the town in the old part. Lots of interesting shops with cool and unique art. The restaurant is also great.

4. Nicopolis ad Istrum

E85 Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse Road near Nikyup Village, Veliko Tarnovo 5000 Bulgaria
Excellent
54%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
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4.5 based on 65 reviews

Nicopolis ad Istrum

5. Chiesa della Nativita

Ul. Rozhdestvo Hristovo, Arbanasi 5029 Bulgaria +359 88 510 5282 http://museumvt.com/en/church-of-the-nativity-in-arbanasi
Excellent
79%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
3%
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4.5 based on 194 reviews

Chiesa della Nativita

Reviewed By 836thomasd - Tranquility, United States

We visited the Church of the Nativity on a Viking River Cruise excursion. The local church guide gave an excellent overview of each part of the church and meaning of all the frescos. No pictures are allowed inside.

6. Asen's Monument

Veliko Tarnovo Bulgaria
Excellent
44%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
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4.5 based on 273 reviews

Asen's Monument

Reviewed By Simina31 - Bucharest, Romania

The Monument is like the typical communist Monument, simply wanting to display grandeur. But you get perfect views over the city! I bet in the summertime it is even better as you could sit on some steps, having like a quick picnic. Must see place in Veliko.

7. Monastery of the Holy Transfiguration of God

Veliko Tarnovo 5031 Bulgaria
Excellent
63%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
9%
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4.5 based on 137 reviews

Monastery of the Holy Transfiguration of God

Reviewed By Fee2travel - Bulgaria, null

This delightful church is a short drive from the old Bulgarian capital of Veliko Tărnovo. There are no information boards, but there’s plenty of details given on these reviews about its interesting history. The views are amazing across the valley and the climb up into the bell tower is well worth it.

8. The Plakovo Monastery St Prophet Elias

18 km to the South of Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Tarnovo Bulgaria
Excellent
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4.5 based on 3 reviews

The Plakovo Monastery St Prophet Elias

9. Church of Saints Archangels Michael and Gabriel

Arbanasi Bulgaria http://museumvt.com/en/church-of-ss-archangels-michael-and-gabriel
Excellent
73%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
3%
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4.5 based on 40 reviews

Church of Saints Archangels Michael and Gabriel

Reviewed By Ardleystar - Sveti Vlas, Bulgaria

Necessitating a small hike from the centre of the village the journey is made worthwhile when entering this ancient church to discover it's icons and ancient artifacts.

10. Ulitsa General Gurko

Ulitsa General Gurko, Veliko Tarnovo 5000 Bulgaria
Excellent
55%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
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4.5 based on 44 reviews

Ulitsa General Gurko

Reviewed By 109sevdag - Sofia, Bulgaria

A wonderful historical cobblestone street with a view towards the old town of Veliko Tarnovo and Asen's Monument. I definitely recommend it for sunset walks and petting stray cats :)

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