Title: Things to Do in Karlovo in 2026 | Expedia.com [Karlovo Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Karlovo.dx500338)[Hotels in Karlovo](https://expedia.com/Karlovo-Hotels.d500338.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Karlovo](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Karlovo.d500338.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Karlovo](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Karlovo.d500338.Car-Rental-Guide)[Karlovo Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Karlovo.d500338.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Karlovo ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Karlovo Types of activities [Karlovo Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Karlovo.dx500338) ![Beklemeto Pass or Troyan Pass is a mountain pass in the Bulgarian Balkan Mountains at 1520 meters above sea level. On one of the peaks near the pass there is a monument named "Arc of Liberty", dedicated to the victory of the Russian army in January 1878 capturing the pass, leading to the liberation of Bulgaria from Ottoman regime. The monument also commemorates the Bulgarian - Russian unity following World War II. #BVStrove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500338/6cc49b48-fc1c-41e1-bacf-36bc03dba531.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beklemeto Pass or Troyan Pass is a mountain pass in the Bulgarian Balkan Mountains at 1520 meters above sea level. On one of the peaks near the pass there is a monument named "Arc of Liberty", dedicated to the victory of the Russian army in January 1878 capturing the pass, leading to the liberation of Bulgaria from Ottoman regime. The monument also commemorates the Bulgarian - Russian unity following World War II. #BVStrove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500338/6cc49b48-fc1c-41e1-bacf-36bc03dba531.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beklemeto Pass or Troyan Pass is a mountain pass in the Bulgarian Balkan Mountains at 1520 meters above sea level. On one of the peaks near the pass there is a monument named "Arc of Liberty", dedicated to the victory of the Russian army in January 1878 capturing the pass, leading to the liberation of Bulgaria from Ottoman regime. The monument also commemorates the Bulgarian - Russian unity following World War II. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500338/537835f0-9475-42e1-9681-86693d07445a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beklemeto Pass or Troyan Pass is a mountain pass in the Bulgarian Balkan Mountains at 1520 meters above sea level. On one of the peaks near the pass there is a monument named "Arc of Liberty", dedicated to the victory of the Russian army in January 1878 capturing the pass, leading to the liberation of Bulgaria from Ottoman regime. The monument also commemorates the Bulgarian - Russian unity following World War II. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500338/5f301de2-3c2a-473b-9536-4a611af58ae0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) !["Kozia stena" hut in "Stara planina" mountain. The picture was taken on the path to "Eho" hut. #Hiking #Bulgaria #NationalPark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500338/45928df2-34fa-4403-9b19-c3d0e6a214dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Karlovo Attractions It's not surprising that so many tourists visit Karlovo each year. This appealing city is full of awesome things to do. Whether you're fond of visiting local attractions or trying more adventurous experiences, you'll never have a dull moment here. 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The following won't cost a thing. **Sveta Bogoroditsa Church** \- Take some time for a bit of prayer or meditation at this peaceful sacred place. ### Things to Do in Karlovo with Kids You'll find loads of fun things to do with the kids in and near Karlovo. Keep everyone happy with our [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=500338&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly). --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Karlovo? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Karlovo ![The rock sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ is located west of the Thracian cult center Starosel near the village of the same name. There are many fragments of ceramic objects around the cult place, but the site is not archaeologically researched. According to the Bulgarian archaeologist Dr. Georgi Kitov, the sanctuary Garvanov kamuk /Raven Stone/ belonged to the ancient Thracian cult center Starosel, which is situated on an area of irregular shape and diameter about 10 km including the rock sanctuaries Uyov kamik (a unique penis menhir destroyed by treasure hunters). Megalithic sanctuary Momini Gardi, Peichova Mogila (mound), the sanctuary of Mount Kozy Gramadi and several dozen mound embankments built on sacred hills.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000043544/1c1489d6-2d87-4596-97c5-e1638d3f025e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hisarja ![City scene](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053976/c37a901d-ac63-41ad-b6ab-a1ac755fe3e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Troyan ![This is a peak in Teteven, called Ostrich. I took the photo from there actually and I could upload more pictures if you are intererested :) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353083/b6f23b4c-f7cf-4a1e-bdf7-e1afa75640c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Teteven ![The Anevo Fortress (Bulgarian: Аневско кале, Anevsko kale) or Kopsis (Копсис) is a medieval castle in central Bulgaria, the ruins of which are located some 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) from the village of Anevo in Sopot Municipality, Plovdiv Province. Constructed in the first half of the 12th century, it lies on a steep hilltop at the southern foot of the Balkan Mountains, not far from the Stryama river. In the end of the 13th century, the fortress was the capital of a small short-lived quasi-independent domain ruled by the brothers of Tsar Smilets of Bulgaria, Voysil and Radoslav.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500338/80abb1aa-fcf3-4d1e-8eb6-0034a3812239.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sopot ![Aerial view of rose fields near Skobelevo village in Rose Valley, Bulgaria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000043601/ceb75f16-44e7-4627-ba23-651cbe409a3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Pavel Banya ![Острец](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000043823/db4212bf-225e-40d0-88c9-802a3f735870.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Apriltsi ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Karlovo worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Karlovo? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Karlovo? ### Is three days enough to stay in Karlovo? ### What are some activities to do in Karlovo with kids? > - [Private 2 in 1 Tour: Koprivshtitsa & Plovdiv from Sofia](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-2-in-1-tour-koprivshtitsa-plovdiv-from-sofia.a1201948.activity-details) > - [From Plovdiv: Koprivshtica and Starosel Thracian Tomb Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-plovdiv-koprivshtica-and-starosel-thracian-tomb-tour.a48276015.activity-details) > - [Private Ancient History Spa and Wine from Sofia](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-ancient-history-spa-and-wine-from-sofia.a1202151.activity-details) > - [Private Day Trip to Hissarya & Starosel from Plovdiv](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-day-trip-to-hissarya-starosel-from-plovdiv.a1202053.activity-details) > - [Full Day Tour to Koprivshtica and Starosel Thracian Tomb](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-koprivshtica-and-starosel-thracian-tomb.a45762726.activity-details) ### What to do in Karlovo for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Karlovo? ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - Other - [Klisura Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Klisura-Hotels.d3000467326.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Sopot Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Sopot-Hotels.d3000043547.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Kŭrnare Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Kurnare-Hotels.d3000043664.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Aparthotels in Klisura ](https://www.expedia.com/Klisura-Apart-Hotels.d3000467326-aaApartHotels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) - [Moskovets Hotels ](https://www.expedia.com/Moskovets-Hotels.d3000043626.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Flights to Moskovets ](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Moskovets.d3000043626.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Flights to Sopot ](https://www.expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Sopot.d3000043547.Travel-Guide-Flights) - [Visit Moskovets ](https://www.expedia.com/Moskovets.dx3000043626) - [Visit Klisura ](https://www.expedia.com/Klisura.dx3000467326) - [Visit Sopot ](https://www.expedia.com/Sopot.dx3000043547) - [Klisura Vacations ](https://www.expedia.com/Klisura.d3000467326.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Moskovets Vacations ](https://www.expedia.com/Moskovets.d3000043626.Destination-Travel-Guides) - [Car rentals near Sopot ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sopot.d3000043547.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Convertible Car Rentals in Klisura ](https://www.expedia.com/Convertible-Car-Rentals-In-Klisura.d3000467326-tConvertible.Car-Rental-Guide-Class) - [Car rentals near Sopot - Intermediate station ](https://www.expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sopot-Intermediate-Station.d553248621563225129.Car-Rental-Guide) - [Things to do in Klisura ](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Klisura.d3000467326.Travel-Guide-Activities) - [Things to do in Sopot ](https://www.expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Sopot.d3000043547.Travel-Guide-Activities) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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