Private Tour

Roman Plovdiv, Self-Guided Tour and Urban Quest Game

Overview

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Roman heritage of Plovdiv, Bulgaria's second-largest city, by becoming your own tour guide. Travel back in time and explore the ancient wonders of Philippopolis as you solve thrilling riddles and uncover the secrets of this ever-evolving city. Your quest is filled with excitement and discovery, but remember, adventurer, your main goal is to have fun!

Step into the shoes of Roman emperors as you wander through the remains of magnificent structures built for worship, art, knowledge, and entertainment. Marvel at authentic stadiums, theaters, forums, and walk the very streets where history was made.

This adventure is perfect for those who want to skip the crowded tourist groups and enjoy an interactive and immersive experience of Plovdiv's rich past. If you're ready for an exciting and educational journey, this is the perfect activity for you!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

We are currently offering the tour in English and Bulgarian.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

"Roman Plovdiv" is an engaging urban quest and walking tour that takes you through the most iconic sights of Plovdiv, offering a deep dive into the city's rich Roman history. During this self-guided adventure, you'll visit top historical landmarks from the era when Plovdiv was known as Philippopolis. The game features 16 challenging riddles, each located at a significant spot around the city center. As you solve each riddle, you'll uncover fascinating details about the locations you're exploring and learn about Plovdiv's Roman past. This exciting journey covers approximately 2.5 km and takes about 2 hours to complete, making it a perfect blend of exploration, education, and entertainment.

What‘s Included

Custom-made escaperoom-style riddles for each location.

Rich and interesting information on the sights you visit.

Access to a web-based game platform.

Mobile device not provided - use your own mobile devices.

No physical tour guide - explore at your own pace.

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Roman Plovdiv, Self-Guided Tour and Urban Quest Game

Reviews

5.00

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

This is hands down one of the best urban games I've ever played.
556emiliyak,,Feb 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was one of the highlights of our visit! The route and riddles are thoughtfully designed, standing out from the typical "count this, count that" tasks you often find in similar games. You genuinely have to look around and notice details you'd normally overlook, which is awesome! I highly recommend it—10/10 for anyone visiting Plovdiv! As a tech enthusiast, I also have to applaud the fantastic web platform for entering answers. It's intuitive, user-friendly, and I really and i love the fact that you can get hints if you need ( well, they reflect on your end score, but still it was a lot of fun!) I truly hope Vutresehn Glas creates more urban games for tourists—I can't wait to try them on my next visit!
Great activity!
thomas m,,Oct 30, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience with fun riddles! We really enjoyed the walking route and the questions were a lot of fun! 10/10 would recommend.
The best self-guided tour of Plovdiv out there!
264radap,,Apr 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was such a wonderful, fun and educational experience! I completed the quest together with my partner who is English, but even I, originally from Plovdiv, learned so much! The Roman history of the city is so rich, there is so much to explore and this game is the best way to do it! The flow of the puzzles was reallly like no other and the organisers are fantastic people. You wouldn't want to miss out!
Excellent tour😍
623anhelinak,,Feb 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a great chance to find out about ancient history of this amazing city, Plovdiv, and have good time with friends solving the riddles.
Cool riddles, fun and adventure
Stelena A,,Feb 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The game took me and my friend through the best parts of the city center of Plovdiv and I also learned a lot about its history. It's a great way to discover the city's secrets while solving some pretty cool riddles! I did the tour during the night and it was very nice, so I think it's suitable for any time of the day.
10/10 would recommend
Sightseer55977131029,,Feb 9, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was quite pleasant to get to know the less obvious history behind some of Plovdivs historical sights while partaking in a well integrated digital adventure. The websites design was also beautifully crafted and easy to unterstand. We had a fun afternoon walking around Plovdiv while simultaneously solving all kind of different and sometimes challenging riddles.