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Romania<\/a> is a land of legends, mountains, medieval towns, and gorgeous natural wonders. There\u2019s something for every traveler, whether you\u2019re drawn to Gothic castles, colorful monasteries, or winding alpine roads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this guide, we\u2019ve rounded up the 14 best places to visit in Romania \u2013 a mix of destinations that showcase the country\u2019s history, culture, and natural beauty. If you\u2019re planning a trip, these spots will inspire your journey and show why now is the perfect time to travel to Romania.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experience it for yourself: Our new Best of Romania, Transylvania and Hungary<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bran Castle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Bran Castle is a place steeped in legend, perched on a rocky hill between Transylvania and Wallachia. It\u2019s often linked to Bram Stoker\u2019s fictional vampire Count Dracula, making it one of Romania\u2019s top tourist attractions, but that\u2019s just a myth. With Trafalgar\u2019s Romania tour, you\u2019ll Dive into Culture as your Local Specialist reveals the real story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bran Castle, built in 1377, actually served as a royal residence for Queen Marie of Romania. Inside, winding staircases lead to antique-filled rooms and secret passageways. From its ramparts, panoramic views stretch across forests and peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bucharest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The buzzy capital mixes Belle \u00c9poque elegance with communist-era grandeur. When you visit Romania with Trafalgar you\u2019ll cruise by famous landmarks, such as the Arcul de Triumf, with a Local Specialist, and discover the colossal Palace of Parliament. It\u2019s the world\u2019s heaviest building with 3,000 rooms to explore! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stroll Lipscani\u2019s cobblestone streets for 19th-century architecture, caf\u00e9s and street art, then escape to Her\u0103str\u0103u Park for a green wander. As the capital, Bucharest\u2019s nightlife buzzes with energy with rooftop bars and late-night clubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

READ NEXT: <\/em><\/strong>How to spend 24 hours in Bucharest, Romania’s capital<\/em><\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pele\u0219 Castle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Venture deep into the Carpathian Mountains where you\u2019ll find Pele\u0219 Castle, a Neo-Renaissance masterpiece built for King Carol I in 1873. It\u2019s one of the best places to visit in Romania and its 160 rooms dazzle with Murano glass chandeliers, hand-painted stained glass and carved walnut walls. The castle\u2019s armory holds over 4,000 pieces of weaponry, while the theater boasts a private royal cinema. Fun fact \u2013 it was Europe\u2019s first castle fully powered by electricity!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Danube Delta<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Europe’s longest river ends at the Black Sea in Romania. The Danube Delta is a UNESCO World Heritage site that forms Europe\u2019s second-largest and most biodiverse delta, with 4,200 sq-km of wetlands. Its maze of channels, lakes, and reed beds shelter over 300 bird species, from pelicans to kingfishers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit traditional fishing villages like Cri\u0219an and Mila 23, which preserve a slow, seasonal way of life. It\u2019s best at sunset when you can take a boat trip on the lily-covered waterways and get up close with nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bra\u0219ov<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sitting in the heart of Transylvania, and framed by the Carpathian Mountains, beautiful Bra\u0219ov is one of the best places to visit in Romania. Its medieval center is filled with pastel baroque facades and Saxon fortifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The largest Gothic church in Eastern Europe, Black Church, guards Council Square. Stop for a coffee and people watch, then wander Narrow Rope Street \u2013 just 1.3 meters wide \u2013 through the old town. For more fun, ride the cable car up Tampa Mountain for panoramic views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Transf\u0103g\u0103r\u0103\u0219an Highway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Open only in summer, this route delivers jaw-dropping views at every bend \u2013 earning its \u201cworld\u2019s best road\u201d title from Top Gear. Winding through the F\u0103g\u0103ra\u0219 Mountains, the 151-kilometer alpine road is Romania\u2019s most thrilling drive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It was built in the 1970s under Nicolae Ceau\u0219escu and climbs to 2,042 meters, passing hairpin turns and sheer cliffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sibiu<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This pastel-colored city in central Romania is filled with Germanic architecture from the 12th century. A former Saxon stronghold, Sibiu is one of the most beautiful cities in Romania. It charms with cobblestone squares, arched passageways, and pretty facades \u201cwatched\u201d by roof windows shaped like eyes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Grand Square hosts the Brukenthal Palace, one of Eastern Europe\u2019s oldest art museums, while the Bridge of Lies carries centuries of local legends. In winter, its Christmas market glows with lights and mulled wine. In summer, festivals fill the streets!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sighi\u0219oara<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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This living medieval citadel is one of only seven Saxon walled cities in Romania, all built around the 12th century. Sighi\u0219oara is a UNESCO World Heritage site that is famed as the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler, whose childhood home is now a restaurant. Climb the 64-meter Clock Tower for sweeping views over tiled rooftops. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Corvin Castle (Hunedoara) <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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One of Europe\u2019s largest Gothic castles, Corvin Castle rises dramatically from a rocky hill in Hunedoara. It was built in the 15th century by John Hunyadi, a key figure in defence against the Ottoman Empire. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The magnificent Gothic-Renaissance fortress boasts towering spires and dramatic drawbridges. Inside, winding staircases lead to knight halls, a chapel, and an impressive weapon collection. It\u2019s said Vlad the Impaler was briefly imprisoned here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bucovina Painted Monasteries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Northern Romania is home to a series of unique fresco-covered churches, built between the 15th and 16th centuries by Moldavian rulers. Each exterior fresco depicts biblical scenes in vivid blues, reds, and golds, and the most famous one \u2013 the Voronet Monastery \u2013 has even been dubbed the Sistine Chapel of the East and dates back to 1488.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Maramure\u0219<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Maramure\u0219 is a land of wooden churches and tradition. It\u2019s a bit of a time capsule, where you\u2019ll likely still see horse-drawn carts and locals wearing traditional costumes in daily life. The region has 17 UNESCO-listed churches with steep, pointed roofs and intricate interior frescoes, and family homesteads are marked by beautiful, carved wooden gates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local artisans here make pottery and woven textiles, preserving centuries-old techniques amid the dense forests and rolling hills. It\u2019s an authentic rural experience in Romania.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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H\u0103rman<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Close to Bra\u0219ov, H\u0103rman is a small Saxon village with one of Transylvania\u2019s best-preserved fortified churches. Built by Saxon settlers in the 13th century, the church\u2019s thick walls, defensive towers and ramparts tell stories of medieval life under constant threat. Inside, simple frescoes and a historic organ preserve centuries of worship. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Trafalgar\u2019s Best of Romania, Transylvania & Hungary<\/a>, after H\u0103rman you\u2019ll continue through the countryside to a traditional Saxon home for a Be My Guest experience with homemade Transylvanian recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Turda Salt Mine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Carved deep beneath Transylvania, Turda Salt Mine is a surreal underground world that blends history, science, and amusement. It\u2019s said mining began in Roman times, leaving vast chambers, tunnels, and salt stalactites \u2013 and today it\u2019s an amusement park. Explore an underground Ferris wheel, play mini-golf and paddle boats on an emerald lake all in the cavernous, glowing salt halls. It\u2019s certainly one of the more unique things to do in Romania!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Timi\u0219oara<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Nicknamed \u201cLittle Vienna,\u201d Timi\u0219oara charms with Baroque squares, colorful fa\u00e7ades, and wide boulevards lined with cafes. In Union Square find the impressive St. George Cathedral and the ornate Timi\u0219oara Opera House. In 2023, it earned the title of Europe\u2019s Capital of Culture, and Timi\u0219oara often buzzes with street art, theater shows and lively music festivals \u2013 check the agenda before your trip to Romania. Fun fact \u2013 Timi\u0219oara was the world\u2019s first city with electric street lights in 1884.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s our list of the best places to visit in Romania. Is there anywhere that we should add? Leave us a comment\u2026<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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