Bulgarian Poets Interactive Presentation in Veliko Tarnovo

Hear Bulgarian literary history straight from a working poet

An interactive 40-minute presentation in Veliko Tarnovo where a Bulgarian poet tells the stories of writers who lived and worked in the city, with time to discuss the ideas that emerge. The session happens indoors in a creative house, includes a drink, and welcomes children from age 12. A live English-speaking guide leads the group.

The experience

You arrive at a creative house in Veliko Tarnovo and settle in for a 40-minute session built around the poets who shaped Bulgarian literary history. The presenter is a working poet themselves, not a historian reading from notes, so the stories carry the weight of someone still writing in the same tradition. You sit comfortably, pick up a drink, and listen to real accounts tied to the city itself: the places these writers knew, the moments that moved them, the questions their work still raises.

The format is built for conversation. After the presentation, you have space to discuss the philosophical questions that come up, turning what you heard into something you can carry forward and actually talk about with others. The indoor setting means weather never interrupts, and the co-working station on-site means if you're traveling and working remotely, you can settle in before or after to handle emails or other tasks.

What’s included

• A 40-minute live presentation by a Bulgarian poet.
• a drink during the session.
• access to the co-working station if you need to work before or after.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to Sunday

AgesAdult (18 to 90 years) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Under 12: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 20 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by Creative House - 'търсач'

Is this one for you?You're watching and listening rather than doing the activity yourself, so this suits an afternoon when you want to absorb something new without physical exertion or hands-on participation. The shared group format means you'll hear from other travelers and the poet will shape the discussion around what the room finds interesting, which works well if you enjoy conversation more than a solo experience.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years). Under 12: they can't be included in the booking.

Can I bring my 12-year-old to this presentation?

Children are welcome from age 12, so your child can attend and take part in the discussion if they're interested in the material.

What language is the presentation in?

The live guide presents in English, so you'll follow the stories and discussion without translation.

Is this presentation canceled if the weather is bad?

No, the session happens indoors in the creative house, so rain, wind or heat won't affect it.

How much time do we have to ask questions and discuss?

The 40-minute session includes time for the presentation and for discussion of the ideas and questions that come up, so you're not rushed through either part.

What if I'm a remote worker traveling through Veliko Tarnovo?

A co-working station is available on-site, so you can work before or after the presentation if you need to catch up on emails or other tasks.