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At first, you might think that Lovech is small, and there are not many interesting things there but you will be extremely wrong. There are plenty of things to do in Lovech and its surroundings. Just see the long list of attractions below!

 

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Where is Lovech (Ловеч)?

Guys! The trip is going on and this time we are in a very cool and comfy city called Lovech. You can easily locate it on the map. It’s in the central-north part of Bulgaria, approximately 150 kilometers from Sofia, the capital.

Google Maps navigation from Sofia to Lovech HERE.

 

How’s Lovech?

Lovech is lovely! This is a city with a very nice vibe. You can go all around but what’s more interesting for tourists is the old town of Lovech. You will easily see the difference when you arrive. When we got to the city we saw industrial premises and contemporary buildings. But once you get to the Varosha (Вароша) district, the architecture changes and you know you are in the old town. History and its traces, nice cobbled streets, coffee shops, bars, and restaurants are waiting for you to walk and visit different attractions. 

Upon your arrival, you will be welcomed by a calm and relaxing environment. Moreover, Lovech knows how to seduce your senses! Almost in every corner, there’s a sexy grill or coffee essence. If you are a grill and coffee lover like us, this will be hard to resist. So better don’t try! Just choose a nice terrace or restaurant and enjoy! 

You don’t have to make massive efforts or travel very long distances to discover what Lovech has in store for you. We love places like this city because you can explore them without being super tired. We usually travel for months and we walk a lot daily. So finding a nice spot like Lovech is gold because we can enjoy it completely without being drained. And we can recharge our energy to keep going. 

It’s a good choice if you look for a nice and relaxing weekend. You can go to Lovech being sure you will have everything handy to enjoy, without getting back home badly tired. This is exactly what many Bulgarians from Sofia do to escape a bit from the capital environment. 

Since we liked Lovech a lot, we have wandered through its streets by day and by night. If you have time, we strongly recommend you to stay here and enjoy both sides of the city. You won’t regret it! The views are very worthwhile.

 

What to do in Lovech?

In Lovech, you can visit different places, get an encounter with Bulgarian history, eat tasty food, drink, and have fun!

 

Varosha district (квартал Вароша).

The Varosha district (квартал Вароша) of Lovech is considered a historical and architectural reservation since 1968. This old town includes all the antique section of the town that goes along the right bank of the Osam river (река Осъм). Some buildings located on the left bank of the river belong to this reservation too. They are close to the Staratesh park (парк Стратеш) and the Kolyu Ficheto’s Covered bridge (Покрития мост на Колю Фичето).

 

 

Mostly, the architecture you can find was created during the Revival period (from the 19th century to the 1970s). The houses look small and surrounded by stone fences. In their yards, you can see colorful roses, wild geranium, lilac, and ivy. You can still find houses that were built between 1850 and 1870, and we were told that those ones best represent the Varosha (Вароша) architecture. Houses don’t include workshops because the complete craftsmen activity is located on the commercial street and on the nice Kolyu Ficheto’s Covered bridge (Покрития мост на Колю Фичето).

Walking here is like jumping back to the 19th century. You will find meandering, cobbled, narrow streets. Don’t be surprised if your walking drives you to a dead-end marked by an entrance door or a wall. 

The Varosha district (Вароша) is the home to approximately, 200 monuments (architectural and historical). You can visit there:

 

Hisarya Fortress (Крепост Хисаря). The Middle Age Fortress of Lovech. 

This is a very nice place to visit. The fortress was created during the First Bulgarian Empire, 681-1018 AC. The peace treaty between Byzantium and Bulgaria was signed here in 1187 AC and that was not minor. This action marked the birth of the Second Bulgarian Empire, a new beginning for Bulgaria, and the end for Byzantium, after two centuries, of ruling over Bulgarians.

 

This fortress that you will see on top of Lovech, no matter the place in the city you are, is a great landmark of the city. When you visit it, you will be stepping on one of the last Ottoman citadels that still remain and are in very good shape, we can say. The place has been well maintained so you will really see a fortress and not only rocks that suppose to be a fortress. Actually now is used as a venue for musical concerts and other art expressions. During the night, lights illuminate it, offering a cool view for visitors and residents.

 

The Vasil Levski monument (Паметника на Васил Левски). 

There’s another monument that can be seen in the highest part of the old town. It’s Vasil Levski’s. You will find it very close to the Hisarya fortress(Крепостта Хисаря). We totally recommend you to climb to reach it. There are stairs and your body will appreciate the exercise. The monument is very big. As big as the Levski’s legacy for Bulgaria. Something like 14-meter high. There’s no information you can read on the monument. Some tourists complain about it on different websites. But while being there, we saw something nice. Bulgarian visitors were totally willing to explain to you who this hero was. They seem to be very proud of Vasil Levski’s role in their history. So if you go there, just be friendly, ask a local and you will get the information you need.

 

The Vasil Levski museum (Музей „Васил Левски“). 

The museum offers two floors of exhibitions. Through the objects, paintings, uniforms, documents, etc. you can get a good image of the Bulgarian people’s struggle to achieve the national liberation of the Ottomans (19th century).

Different objects exhibited there were Levski’s belongings, like his dagger and saber. Levski is described as a revolutionary who defended values like democracy, freedom, and equality. 

 

Kolyu Ficheto’s Covered bridge (Покрития мост на Колю Фичето).

This is an icon of Lovech. It’s 106 meters long and it connects the old and new districts. The view of the Osam river is nice from there. It was created by a famous master-builder called Kolyu Ficheto between 1872 and 1874. It’s a charming bridge to walk on. There are different shops there, coffee places and a tourist information office. These days we decided to enjoy the view during the day and later when it gets dark while having a coffee there.

 

People say that there are only three more bridges like this one in Europe (Erfurt, Florence, Lucerne). 

 

The Ethnographic Complex of Lovech (Етнографски комплекс на град Ловеч).

Two of the old Bulgarian houses of the Varosha district form the so-called the Ethnographic Complex of Lovech, Drasova house (Драсовата къща) and Rashova house (Рашовата къща. Both will show you a vivid snapshot of Bulgaria during the 1830-1840s. The Drasova house is an example of a home of a wealthy trader. It is a large house with a big wine cellar and living room, and the Rashova house is a bit more modest and represents the house of an intellectual, with a passion for music.

The entrance cost 3 BGN (1.53 EUR) for adults and 2 BGN (1.02 EUR) for children and pensioners 

 

The Bash Bunar Park (Баш Бунар).

The name Bash Bunar means large spring. It’s a nice spot for walking and relaxation. It’s located near the Osam river. The banks of this river have caves, small and bigger ones. Implements and bones from the Paleolithic Age and the Bronze Age were discovered in some of those caves.

 

Stratesh, the park on the hill (Стратеш).

As you see, we have been walking a lot around Lovech, and one of the best things to do in Lovech is to visit the parks. This hill is a park and the city’s zoo is there. You will see two monuments that honor those who died during the Russian-Turkish War of 1877-1878. 

 

Yosif I school (Йосиф I).

This school is special for Bulgarians. Here, back in 1901, Panayot Pipkov composed the anthem of the revival period – “Walk, revived nation” („Върви, народе възродени“). Bulgaria got liberated in the 19th century, so the renaissance started very late. But when it started, the Bulgarians went all in. In a few years, everything related to knowledge, and education became “holy” and this song was the representation of the period. 

What you can do here is to go and take a selfie with this historical monument, and brag to your Bulgaria friends. They will for sure know the song and can even sing it to you. 

 

The art gallery of Lovech (Художествена галерия „Проф. Тофан Сокеров“ - Ловеч).

Another thing to do in Lovech is to see local art pieces in the city’s art gallery. You can enjoy more than 2700 items which include sculptures, graphic art, and portraits with folklore themes. Getting to know a culture through its art, might show you things about Bulgaria and the Bulgarians, that otherwise, you won’t be able to see. 

 

Old city bath Delhi Hamam (Дели Хамам).

The Turkish people brought the culture of taking a bath in public to Bulgaria. They built many public baths that were called "hamam". It has been one of the main public places in Lovech. It has been preserved very well, but sadly, now you won’t be able to enjoy a Turkish bath there. It is more like a museum, where you can see different short movies about the history of Lovech. 

 

Souvenir shops, bars, restaurants, and coffee shops. 

Everything is waiting for you to enjoy. Both tourists and locals gathered in these places so you can meet some cool Bulgarians there.

In case you are into souvenirs, Lovech has good quality of them. You will find more than the traditional magnets. Locals offer creative and cool leather, wood, and knitted souvenirs. It can be a good place to purchase.

 

What you should know about Lovech’s history.

Lovech was built on the remains of the Thracian settlement Melta and the Roman City Presidium. This makes it one of the most antique-settled spots in Bulgaria. Just as an example, the Hisarya fortress (Крепост Хисаря) was created between 681-1018 AC.

The city became a very important commercial center for the complete country by the 17th century. During this golden time, Lovech’s traders managed to reach places (markets) beyond the limits of the Ottoman Empire. 

Later, Lovech got a lot of fame due to Vasil Levski, an important Bulgarian hero who strongly fought against the Ottomans to free Bulgaria (1837-1873). 

 

Where to stay in Lovech? - Choices of accommodation.

The city offers you hotels, guest houses, Bed & Breakfast, and hostels. So there’s a choice for every budget. You can stay directly in the Varosha district (квартал Вароша) or out of it. It’s up to you. But honestly, to stay in the old town Varosha is better. You will be close to all the main attractions.

Since this charming city got us, we decided to stay longer. We could not book more nights in our original accommodation because the weekend was coming and it was already fully booked. So we split our stay into two places. First, we stayed in a very clean and cozy hotel. The bed was comfortable, the Internet worked well, the toilet and shower were clean, and hot water was running properly too. The rooms were a bit small but for us, nothing to complain about. To park the car was easy. We left it exactly in front of the hotel and it felt safe. The night for two people, in a double room was only 40 BGN (20.50 EURO).

Later, we moved to the hostel where we currently are. It has a great location (old town). The building is old. We chose a double room and guys, the rooms here are very big. The furniture is old, like from the soviet era. There’s hot water, Wi-Fi, and kind attention. People at the front desk provide you with all the necessary information to enjoy Lovech and its surroundings. The night per two people, in a double room is 48 BGN (24.60 EURO).

You can also stay in a village nearby Lovech. While driving, we saw they offer accommodation for tourists (guest houses, B&B). You can stay closer to attractions around Lovech without being far from the city.

 

How long should I stay in Lovech?

This is hard to answer exactly now, exactly by us. We got so comfortable and happy in this city too fast. Now our problem is how to leave it! Hahaha, But ok, we think you deserve to stay here for at least a complete weekend. To enjoy it during the day and night, and to explore it without hurry and still have some time to do nothing but enjoy the view from a cozy bar or coffee shop. If you are looking for more action, while staying a weekend you also can have time to visit the surroundings of Lovech. The city is a base for travelers to move to interesting places located a few kilometers away from Lovech. So yes, in our opinion you should stay here for at least a weekend. Stay longer if you have the chance. We took the second choice and still we can’t decide when to leave!

 

Conclusion.

Guys, Lovech in Bulgaria is a nice destination we totally recommend you to visit! There are many things to do in Lovech! Let’s see when we finally leave for our next stop. Follow us to discover where this trip will head us next. If you are traveling too, have safe travels and lots of fun! See you around!

See also: 

Can the tiny Dryanovo be any good? 

What to visit near Lovech, Bulgaria? 

Belogradchik Rocks, the epic rocks soaked with blood and hopes for freedom 

The best things to do in Belogradchik 

Vidin, the ancient guardian of the Danube is alive!

 

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Published: 27 June 2022

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Dryanovo is a little town, in the central north of Bulgaria with a population of just over 7000 people. Is it worth it to visit Dryanovo? Yes! It is tiny, and yet, there are many reasons to visit it. If you don’t believe me, let me show you the best things to see in Dryanovo and its surroundings. 

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Dryanovo town (град Дряново). 

First, let’s see the town itself. It is located, just north of the Balkan mountains (Стара Планина). You will be surprised, but this town has more than 2000 years of history. It has been a part of the ancient Byzantine empire, later the first Bulgarian country, Byzantine again, Bulgaria again, Türkiye, and back to Bulgaria. 

 

Now, it is clearly a modern town, but you can still see many buildings from the Bulgarian National Revival period. Most of the cool buildings are designed by the famous master builder Kolyu Ficheto. That guy had golden hands and he has constructed many of the incredible buildings in the area. What he liked to build a lot were bridges. When you visit Drynovo, one of the things to do is to walk on the Kolyu Ficheto bridge and take a picture. It is magnificent. 

 

In the town, there is a complete museum about that guy – the Kolyu Ficheto museum. It is worth seeing. You can easily spot it, it is the massive building right in the center. There you can see mini replicas of his bridges, churches, and many more buildings. 

 

Kolyu Ficheto also built a cool bridge in Lovech, you can see it in this article: ”What to do in Lovech (Ловеч)? - A great Bulgarian destination you should visit!”. 

 

Next to the Kolyu Ficheto museum, you can see the Holy Trinity church, made by him too. 

 

Don’t miss the Dryanovo Clock tower too. It was the pride of the town when it was built in 1778. It was the first clock tower in Bulgaria! The local people really liked it, but sadly in 1945, it was destroyed. The times were tough, so there was no way to rebuild right after the war, but still, many locals didn’t forget it. The architect Ilya Lefterov, a great Bulgarian, spent a lot of his wealth on rebuilding old Bulgarian monuments and he also helped with the rebuilding of the Dryanovo Clock Tower. With his designs, it was restored in 1984, and ever since, all the people of Dryanovo are very thankful to him and happy. 

 

We arrived in Dryanovo by car, and we stopped, just because it was on our way. Usually, when we pass around there, we always stop in Veliko Tarnovo, but this time we wanted to see something new. We are very happy with the surprises, that Drynovo had for us. 

 

​Dryanovski Monastery, the Saint Arcangel Michael (Дряновски манастир „Свети Архангел Михаил“)

Near Dryanovo, 6km away, you can find the Dryanovski monastery. You can go by bus, train or by car. Just follow the Dryanovska river, direction towards Gabrovo. 

The monastery is in great shape, it has a free entrance, but you need to pay for the parking. What you can see there is a very well-preserved monastery with hundreds of years of history. 

First, there was a Byzantine fortress (5th century), later the fortress was part of the Bulgarian kingdom (10th century). The first Christian building was created during king Kaloyan (1206). The current version of the Dryanovski Monastery was created in 1845 and has been very important for the Bulgarian Liberation Movement (We were under Turkish occupation for 500 years!). 

This is why there is a monument of the freedom fighters too. 

Now it is a typical touristic place, where you can buy souvenirs, eat or drink in a restaurant and make many pictures. 

You can even stay the night there. Many Bulgarian churches and monasteries function like hotels, so you can stay in an authentic building and feel how the Bulgarians were living during the 19th century. In others, they have already put air conditioners and TV, so they have ruined this experience. 

 

​The Bacho Kiro cave (пещерата Бачо Киро)

Next to the Dryanovski monastery, there are more surprises, and one of them is the Bacho Kiro cave. In this area, there have been living humans for more than 100 000 years! Isn’t it crazy? People lived there forever and still, today’s population is just 7000 people. I don’t understand how this works. 

The Bacho Kiro cave has different routes, and the total length of the tunnels is 3600 meters. Now there are two routes for tourists, short and long. Inside, it is well-lit, and you can see the beautiful natural shapes that time has created. At the entrance, there are information boards, telling you the story of the first people, what they ate and how did they live. Very fascinating! 

 

​The Dryanovo waterfalls (Дряновски водопад)

The Dryanovo waterfall was one of our main reasons to visit Dryanovo in the first place. We love waterfalls and nature. The whole combination of a waterfall, cave, and a monastery in a single place, was enough to make it a stop on our trip through North Bulgaria. 

When we got there, we had a surprise. It is not one, but two waterfalls there in the surroundings of Dryanovo. Both of them are just around a 10-minute walk from the parking, so they are extremely easy to visit and enjoy. They are not big, but the water stream is really strong, and the sound of the water crashing is delightful. The main one, the Dryanovo waterfall is 5-meter high. Since most of the tourists visit only the monastery, you can really enjoy a tranquil environment around. 

The best moment to visit it is during Spring or early Summer when it has more water. 

If you like waterfalls, check out these amazing waterfalls near Veliko Tarnovo. 

 

​The Bench of Love (Пейката на любовта)

How romantic does it sound, right? There is a Bench of Love, right on top of the Dryanovo Monastery. Starting from Dryanovo monastery, the trekking takes around 15 minutes. It is a bit steep, but not really hard, and even old people can visit it. When you arrive, you will see a beautiful view of the mountains. You can see the monastery, rocks on the other side, and even a train, passing close. It is a really nice place to have a picnic with your loved one. We were super lucky, and we could have the whole Bench of Love, just for us for more than an hour. 

 

​Conclusion

Our visit to Dryanovo was short, but we loved it. I am a Bulgarian, and I got surprised by how interesting Dryanovo and its surroundings were. It is a great destination for a weekend. You can spend one complete day in the town, and another around Dryanovo monastery, the caves, waterfalls, and nearby trekkings. 

So, the conclusion is that Dryanovo is a really good destination, that not so many people know. Especially foreigners are not very aware that it exists. 

 

We started in Varna. Recently we were at Zlaten waterfall and Pirineshki Dzhendem waterfall. We are now in Dryanovo. Our next stop will be Etar, then Lovech, and more interesting destinations in North Bulgaria and Romania, on the way to Budapest (Hungary). Join our trip here on packandgo.info

 

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Published: 21 June 2022

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Guys, Bulgaria is a gem you should explore at least once! This time we are in its north-central part. To give you a clue about our current location, we are close to the famous Veliko Tarnovo. That’s easy to spot on the map. It’s a town that is totally worth a visit. But this time, we want to talk to you about the beautiful waterfalls that you can see around Veliko Tarnovo. Either if you go directly there or if you are around, keep them in mind.

 

That’s our case, we are heading to the Bulgarian border city called Vidin. But we don’t have an exact date to reach it so we are going slowly to see more interesting things around. Like waterfalls! We love waterfalls and nature in general so here you have 5 waterfalls near Veliko Tarnovo you must visit!

 

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1. Zlaten waterfall (Златен водопад), 65km away

Our first waterfall during this trip was Zlaten. It’s 65 kilometers east of Veliko Tarnovo. The name Zlaten means golden, and it comes from the color of the stones. They are a golden color and you can see small twinkling stones in the river, that look like the precious metal. 

 

The trail is not hard and immerses you in a cool, natural place. When we arrived, the current in the channel was strong. We walked along with it, passing through a camping site, BBQ area, and spaces designed for kids and adults to have fun in nature.

Soon, we were in front of the waterfall. It was not the highest, but it was pretty and the surroundings were quiet and enjoyable. The place is ideal for spending a day alone, with friends, or with family. When we arrived it was empty so it was easy to park exactly at the entrance. But the space does not look for many cars to park. Maybe during the high season, you should look for another parking spot.

 

Click here and see how to get from Veliko Tarnovo to Zlaten waterfall (Google maps driving instruction).

 

2. Hotnitsa waterfall (Хотнишки водопад (Кая Бунар)), 20km away

The clue we got was that the waterfall was close to Hotnitsa village. So we drove directly to this village and yes, from there it’s easy to reach the waterfall. We parked a bit after the waterfall because there is a small parking lot. You can leave your car safer there and then walk. It’s not a long distance. So we did and soon we were walking on a well-marked road heading to the waterfall. We were just a few meters from the highway, but everything got different here. Nature is all over! We love nature so we were in the right place. We kept going and suddenly, we saw it! Hotnitsa waterfall is very beautiful! Our eyes were amazed by the emerald color of the water. Someone told us it may be produced by limestone deposits in the rocks. Well, what we can say for sure is that it’s a beautiful waterfall! 

It’s 30 meters in height and if you visit it in the right season (Spring or the beginning of Summer), you will see, like we did, a great and strong waterfall. It’s fed by the Bohot river. The trail is not very challenging. It’s something like a kilometer and a half. Walking there is a very relaxing experience. You can enjoy the views and surroundings.

 

Don’t be confused, the waterfall is also called Kaya Bunar (spring in the rock) and it’s 20 kilometers north of Veliko Tarnovo. We have to say that the signs are written in Bulgarian. But still, is not hard to find the place.

 

Click here and see how to get from Veliko Tarnovo to Hotnitsa waterfall (Google maps driving instructions).

 

3. Kartala waterfalls (Карталските водопади), 6.2km

The Kartala waterfalls are maybe the easiest to visit if you are staying in Veliko Tarnovo. They are just 6km away from it! So close, that you can go by walking from Veliko Tarnovo to Kartala waterfalls in less than 2 hours. What is so great about visiting these waterfalls is that you will be able to enjoy many beautiful views of Veliko Tarnovo on the way. You can see the Tsarevets fortress, which is a magnificent memory of medieval Bulgaria. 

The old name of the main waterfall from the Kartala waterfalls is Kartal bayr, which, translated from Turkish, means Eagle Peak. We didn’t see any eagles, but you might have luck when you pass through there.

The trek is not very well marked, but at least it is very close, so you probably won’t get lost. You will see some marks on the trees, and occasionally some picnic spots, which will show you are on the right track.

The waterfall is around 8 meters high. It is not enormous, but it is a nice ending to the trek.

 

Click here and see how to get from Veliko Tarnovo to Kartala waterfall (Google maps driving instructions).

 

4. Momin Skok waterfall a.k.a. Emen waterfall (Водопадът „Момин скок“), 25km away 

The Momin Skok waterfall is located near the Emen village and this is why many people know it as Emen waterfall. 

The name Momin Skok comes from a legend from the time of the Turkish occupation. The legend says that the Turkish military was collecting all the young women from the Bulgarian villages and bringing them to the harem of the sultan. The women from Emen didn’t want to join the harem, and they ran out of the village. The Turks were just behind them when they arrived at the waterfall. In a desperate move, they decided that they would rather jump and die than let the Turks catch them. They jumped and died together. This is why it is called Momin Skok. Momim means girls’, and Skok means a jump.

The waterfall is at the end of a beautiful canyon called Emen Canyon. The trek starts with a small cave. Then you will enjoy 50-meter-high cliffs on the two sides of the Negovanka River. The place is really picturesque. Just watch out, because it is a bit high. Take proper trekking shoes.

We totally enjoyed the trek. In the end, you see the 10-meter-high Momin Skok waterfall. It lands in a wide pool, which, if it is warm enough, you can swim in. The place really invites you to jump into the water.

 

Click here and see how to get from Veliko Tarnovo to Momin skok waterfall (Google maps driving instructions).

 

 

5. Pirineshki Dzhendem waterfall (Пиринешки Джендем водопад), 62 km away

Pirineshki Dzhendem! The name is super hard to say, but it is really worth visiting. Especially if you are already near the Zlaten waterfall. It is just a few kilometers away! 

It was easy to park near the road and walk to the waterfall. It was a super short trek of fewer than 10 minutes.

 

 

We were surprised to see such a high waterfall. The Pirineshki Dzendem waterfall is 34 meters high! It is among the highest in North Bulgaria.

On the way back, we had a picnic in the so-called “bivak”, the place for rest at the beginning of the trail. It was really nice to visit Pirineshki Dzhendem and Zlaten waterfalls, one after the other. They were two very different waterfalls, both amazing!

 

Click here and see how to get from Veliko Tarnovo to Pirineshki Dzhendem waterfall (Google maps driving instructions).

 

Conclusion.

Guys, this is just the beginning of our trip, and it’s getting really interesting and fun. Follow us and enjoy our next stops. If you are on a holiday, have a safe travel. If you are still at home, just pack and go!

We started in Varna and these waterfalls were first on the list. We are now heading towards Dryanovo. Then Etar, then Lovech, and more interesting destinations in North Bulgaria and Romania, on the way to Budapest (Hungary). Join our trip here on packandgo.info

 

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When you first visit the capital city Mexico City, you must visit Chapultepec Park (Bosque de Chapultepec). It is large, with a lot of trees, artificial lakes and plenty of things to do. You can easily spend the whole day there, without getting bored. There are art galleries, events, sports activities and many more interesting things to do! 

And yes, It is better than Central Park in New York. 

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What is Chapultepec Park (Bosque de Chapultepec)?

When you see the map of Mexico City, Chapultepec park easily catches your attention. It is an enormous park, really close to downtown Mexico City. It is far more impressive than Central Park in New York and has a lot more attractions. It is always full of life, laughs, and good emotions. Thanks to the incredible climate of Mexico, you can enjoy this park during every season, without worries. It is one of the hotspots of Mexico City, where many people meet and have a great time. 

 

How to get to Chapultepec Park? 

These are the instructions for getting into Chapultepec Park, the first Section (The main park). 

With metro (subway)

The pink line of the metro (line 1). You need to get off Chapultepec metro station on the Pink line, direction – Observatorio/Pantitlan.

The orange line of the metro (line 7). You need to get off Auditorio metro station on the Orange line, direction -Rosarios/Barranca del Muerto.

 

This is the instruction to get into Chapultepec park, the second section (not the main park).

The orange line of the metro (line 7). You need to get off Constituyentes, the Orange line, direction - Rosario/Barranca del Muerto.

 

With Metrobus

Dark Green line (line 7). You need to get off Atropología station or Chapultepec station, on the Dark Green line, direction Campo Marte or direction Hospital Infantil la Villa. Both have entrances to the park. 

 

How much does the entrance to Chapultepec Park cost?

Chapultepec park does not have an entrance fee. Chapultepec park is free and you can walk around en enjoy its beauty, as long as you pay attention to the working hours. You can visit it from Tuesday to Sunday from 5:00 to 18:00. On Monday it is closed. Some events may keep the park open until a later hour. 

 

What to do in Chapultepec park? 

• Natural areas. There are plenty of green areas around, where you can enjoy the beauty of nature. There are also countless squirrels around. They run around and jump from one tree to another. They are very friendly and they are generally not afraid of people. 
• Areas for relaxing. You can enjoy many areas for a picnic, and you can even have a nice siesta on a hammock. Chapultepec Park is a nice escape from the noisy city around it. 
• Amusement park*. There used to be a huge amusement park called La Feria Chapultepec Mágico. Sadly it was closed, due to a tragic accident in 2019. Now it is rebuilding again and will open its doors again in 2024 with a new name - Aztlán park. We hope that it will be built according to international safety standards and it will provide great entertainment for all people in Mexico City. 
• Sport’s zones. You can ride a bicycle freely in Chapultepec park. It is also great for running because it has a special track for that activity. 
• Lakes. You can ride a water wheel or canoe in the big lake, where there is plenty of space for this activity. 
• Zoo garden. There is a little zoo garden there too. There you can see pandas, jaguars, different exotic birds and monkeys. While it is not reason enough to visit Chapultepec park, Zoológico "Alfonso L. Herrera" is a nice addition. It is free and it is open Tuesday-Sunday, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
• Restaurants. There are several restaurants inside the park. They offer traditional Mexican food, so if you want to enjoy some tacos there, you can. There is even one restaurant, just next to the lake, so you can enjoy the view. 
• Culture events and concerts. There is free cinema – Cine al aire libre en Chapultepec and Lanchacinema. Lanchacinema is incredible, because the movie is projected on a screen in the lake, and the audience is on water wheels. How cool is that? Night picnics and thematic picnics, because the locals love to eat. 
• Free and paid workshops and courses. You can find many activities, organized by the government or other local organizations. Most of them are free and you can join. Plenty of these activities are focused on the children, so if you have, they will be delighted. 
• Visit Chapultepec Castle. The only true castle in Mexico is located right there on the hill. 
• Take you pet for a walk. Chapultepec Park is a pet-friendly park, so you can stroll your dog and enjoy the place with your best friend. 

 

Chapultepec Park Castle

Mexico is not a country known for castles, but at least there is one, the Chapultepec Castle. It is located on the top of the hill, inside Chapultepec Park. It was built in 1864 for the viceroy, the Spanish ruler at this time. It was later used by Emperor Maximilian the first when he took power. Since 1940, it was changed to a history museum, and today it attracts a lot of visitors from all around the globe. You can visit it and see how the royalties in Mexico have lived, imitating the European ones of the time. The entrance cost $85.00 Mexican pesos, which is around $4. It has free entrance for children under 13 years old, people older than 60, teachers, students, and disabled people open Tuesday-Sunday, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. 

I visited the Chapultepec castle back in 2014 and I liked it a lot. It has a marvelous view of the city and the whole green park. Inside it, you can see a very good-looking castle that successfully copies European buildings from that time.

 

Outro

So, how cool is the Chapultepec park, right? It is true urban jewelry in this enormous metropolis called Mexico City. It is a breath of fresh air that will revive you and give you new strength to face your new business week. I love this place and I can get enough of it, but if you still haven’t visited now is the time. Just pack and go! 
And don't forget your sombrero, the sun is really strong in Mexico City. 

If you want to see some more amazing parks in Mexico City read these articles: 

The most famous parks in Mexico City to visit

Hidden parks in Mexico City, no expat knows 

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