23.11.2026 · 19:00
Lili Ivanova – Tour 2026 in Yambol
Lili Ivanova comes to Yambol as part of her 2026 tour. The concert will take place on 23 November at Diana Sports Hall, together with LI Orchestra.
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Things to do in Yambol
History, culture, events, walks and good food. Discover ideas for a few hours, a full day or a weekend in Yambol.
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Upcoming events
Ideas for today, the coming days and the weekend ahead.
20.10.2026 · 17:30
Rusi Kurtlakov – Anniversary Exhibition: Graphics & Painting
Georges Papazoff Art Gallery in Yambol presents “Graphics & Painting”, an anniversary exhibition by artist Rusi Kurtlakov. The opening takes place on October 20 at 5:30 PM, and the exhibition runs until November 13, 2026.
31.10.2026 · 10:00
19th International Freestyle Wrestling Tournament “Ivan Krastev and Petko Dermendzhiev”
Yambol hosts the 19th International Freestyle Wrestling Tournament in memory of Ivan Krastev and Petko Dermendzhiev on October 31, 2026. Young wrestlers from Bulgaria, Georgia, Moldova, Türkiye and North Macedonia will compete at Diana Sports Hall. The tournament starts at 10:00 AM.
03.11.2026 · 17:30
Rediscovered Treasures: Wood in Art from the Gallery's Collection
Georges Papazoff Art Gallery in Yambol presents “Rediscovered Treasures: Wood in Art from the Gallery's Collection”, an exhibition exploring wood as an artistic medium and part of the city's cultural heritage. Opening on November 3 at 5:30 PM, the exhibition runs until January 29, 2027. Free admission.
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Places worth seeing
History, culture and green spaces – selected places for your first encounter with Yambol.
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Bezisten
One of Yambol’s most recognisable landmarks and one of the best-preserved Ottoman covered markets in Bulgaria, today home to an interactive museum.
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Eski Mosque (Ebu Bekir Mosque)
One of Bulgaria's oldest surviving Ottoman buildings, known for its impressive central dome, distinctive minaret and centuries of history in the heart of Yambol.
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Kabile
One of Bulgaria’s most significant archaeological reserves – an ancient Thracian and Roman city preserving more than two thousand years of history.
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St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Church
One of Yambol's architectural landmarks and the city's largest Orthodox church, known for its impressive domes, bell towers and richly decorated interior.
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Kargon Ethnographic Complex
A traditional Bulgarian Revival-style complex in Yambol's historic Kargon neighbourhood, showcasing regional costumes, traditional crafts and everyday life from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Museum of Combat Glory
Bulgaria’s only specialised municipal military museum, presenting the history of Yambol’s military units, unique armoured vehicles and important moments from the city’s military past.
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Curated routes
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Walking
Yambol in 24 Hours
One day to experience Yambol – from the history and culture of the city centre to the green spaces along the Tundzha River. A carefully selected route for a first introduction to some of Yambol’s most distinctive places.
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Historic Kargon – A Walk Through Old Yambol
Explore Yambol's historic Kargon neighbourhood on a walking route through Bulgarian Revival heritage, old churches, traditional crafts and stories of everyday life in the city.
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Where to eat in Yambol
Selected restaurants, cafés and places to eat around the city.
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Ideas for things to do in Yambol
Yambol combines history, culture, green spaces and a growing calendar of city events. In the centre you can explore attractions and museums, take a walk in the park and then choose somewhere from our guide to restaurants in Yambol.
If this is your first visit, use our curated routes to connect several interesting places in one walk. You can also check upcoming events in Yambol, including theatre, concerts, festivals, exhibitions and sport.
With more time, add places around the city such as Kabile and turn your visit into a full weekend in Yambol and the surrounding region.