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Stara Zagora: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Stara Zagora is a city in Bulgaria, and the administrative capital of Stara Zagora Province. It is located in the Upper Thracian Plain, near the cities of Kazanlak, Plovdiv, and Sliven.

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Now in the cityStara Zagora+11°CRain · sunrise 06:54 AMupdated 04:02 AM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map4
Exchange rate€0.89per 1 $EUR — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
Worth a day trip

Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 4, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Set your passport — processing time, fee and documents differ between passports.

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Updated information on European Entry-Exit System (EES) (‘Entry requirements’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.
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Exercise normal precaution in Bulgaria Bulgaria is generally a safe destination for travelers.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Plovdiv International Airport PDV77 km away — the nearest airport
Burgas Airport BOJ155 km from the centre
Alexandroupoli Democritus Airport AXD177 km from the centre

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