Places to visit

If you are visiting from outside of Romania, this is a great opportunity to visit the areas near Bucharest (300km from the venue) and Brasov (100 km from the venue). Below you can find our favourite places, and for those renting a car, some itinerary ideas depending on the length of your stay. You can save these places by clicking this Google Maps list and adding it to your Favourites. You can also find two 3 day itineraries at the bottom of the page - just click here.

Outside Bucharest

Peleș castle

Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts.

Great for: Experiencing royal Romania and spending the day around Sinaia and surroundings.

Bran castle

Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration.

Great for: Telling your friends back home you were at Dracula's castle.

Dino Park

Park in the forest featuring real-sized dinosaurs, plus a 9D theater, playground, museum & other activities.

Great for: Fun activities and learning for the whole family.

Brasov

Transylvanian city ia, ringed by the Carpathian Mountains and surrounded by medieval Saxon walls and bastions.

Great for: Spending a full day or two experiencing Transylvanian culture, architecture and landscapes. If with kids, consider the Adventure Park Brasov.

Sibiu

Transylvanian city known for Germanic architecture in its old town, the legacy of 12th-century Saxon settlers.

Great for: Getting a sense of life in a traditional Transylvanian walled city.

Râșnov citadel

Medieval fortress in the town of Râșnov used as a defence system for the Transylvanian villages exposed to outside invasions. If with kids, consider the Dino Parc Râșnov.

Great for: Experiencing a medieval castle and getting great mountain views.

Wineyards

The surrounding Prahova-Buzau region has a rich history of wine production. For wine lovers, some options include Lacerta, Serve, Crama Rotenberg and Casa Timis.

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Lake Siriu

Lake bathed by the Buzău river in a valley.

Great for: Connecting with nature, not too far from the wedding venue.

Palace of Parliament

Bucharest's parliament and heaviest building in the world, known for its ornate interior.

Great for: Hearing stories about communist politics, Michael Jackson, and underground car racing.

Stavropoleos Monastery Church

Orthodox monastery & church from 1724.

Great for: Experiencing Christian Orthodox traditions and architecture.

Primaverii Palace (House of Ceauşescu)

Opulent 80-room former residence of Romanian president Ceausescu, built in 1964, with lush gardens.

Great for: Romanian communism history.

"Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum

Ethnographic museum devoted to Romanian village life, with hundreds of peasant farms & homes.

Great for: Outdoor walks while learning about traditional regional architecture and traditions.

Herăstrău Lake

Artificial city lake constructed in 1936 & spanning 182 acres surrounded by park & the royal palace.

Great for: A slow stroll and experiencing nature while within the city.

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Lipscani (Old town)

Bucharest’s grand Old Town is home to Vlad the Impaler’s former court at Curtea Veche, the National Museum of Romanian History, shops selling local wines and beaded jewelry, and elegant restaurants in 19th-century buildings serve traditional dishes.

Great for: Mandatory downtown walk.

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Arcul de Triumf

27-m high granite arch built in memory of WWI troops, with internal stairs for city views.

Great for: Getting your next profile picture.

Therme

Wellness center featuring a range of mineral pools, waterslides, saunas & an indoor botanical garden.

Great for: Spending the day relaxing on the water. With or without kids.

Romanian National Museum of Art

Paintings & sculpture from medieval & modern Romania, Western Europe, the Islamic world & East Asia.

Great for: Understanding Romanian rural life in paintings.

Romanian Athenaeum

Iconic neoclassical concert hall opened in 1888 hosting the George Enescu Philharmonic Orchestra.

Great for: Admiring neoclassical style of architecture and opera music.

Grigore Antipa National Museum of Natural History

Natural history museum with Black Sea & Atlantic wildlife dioramas, plus humpback whale skeleton.

Great for: Day at the museum with the kids.

Caru' cu Bere (restaurant)

Translated as "cart with beer", it is an architecturally notable Romanian restaurant with wood paneling, stained-glass windows and a patio.

Great for: Trying Romanian cuisine while enjoying the local atmosphere.

Day 1

Morning: Get a sense of the city center and its history by strolling around the old town. Joining an organized walking tour (here) is a great option for this.
Afternoon: Visit the Palace of Parliament and remember to take a picture from the balcony where Michael Jackson made a speech in 1992. Depending on your interests, taking one of the many tours is a good option.
Evening: Head back to the city center and experience traditional Romanian cuisine at Caru' cu Bere.

Day 2

Morning: Head North to the Herăstrău park, and start your visit by taking a picture next to Bucharest's own Arcul de Triumf. Enter the park, and stroll around the lake and its natural surroundings.
Afternoon: While in the park, enter the National Village Museum to learn about the traditional village life and architecture in the different regions of Romania. Alternatively, you can walk 15 minutes towards the Primaverii Palace and get a sense of how every day life looked like for Ceauşescu.
Evening: Head back to the park, and enjoy dinner in one of the many restaurants on the right shore of the lake.

Day 3

Morning: Depending on your pace, start the day by visiting the National Museum of Art or the National Museum of National History (great for kids!), or head straight to Therme.
Afternoon / Evening: Spend the day in Therme : You can have fun at one of the many indoor and outdoor pools (some of them with their own bars), unwind at the different themed saunas, and letting your inner kid come out at the slides area. To avoid the long queues, remember to buy your tickets in advance here.

Day 1

Morning: Start the day with breakfast at one of the many cafes within the Main Square (Piata Sfatului), followed by a tour of the historic Black Church (Biserica Neagra)
Afternoon: Make sure to have a heavy lunch, as you will need the energy! Head up the Tâmpa mountaintop through the hiking stairs, or by taking the cable car. After you're done enjoying the view of the old town from the top of the hill, head back down and follow medieval walls; making sure to check the white and black towers, as well as Catherine’s Gate. If you are missing energy at some point, get recharged with a (big) bite of the traditional Kurtos Kalacs pastry.
Evening: Head back to the main square and get an outdoor seat at La Ceaun to enjoy traditional Romanian cuisine.

Day 2

Morning: Drive to Rasnov or join a tour out of Brasov, and visit the medieval citadel; if you are visiting with kids, you can also take them to Dino Parc nearby.
Afternoon: Head to Bran Castle and learn how it inspired the legend of Count Dracula.
Evening: On your way back to Brasov, stop by La Promenadă near Rasnov for a tasty dinner.

Day 3

Morning: On your way back to Bucharest, stop by Sinaia, head to Peleș Castle, and get awed by its fantastic architecture and the views of the Carpathian mountains.
Afternoon: Walk back to Sinaia via the Kings street, and get your souvenirs from one of the many vendors. Once in Sinaia, stroll around the main street, and consider heading to Busteni to take the cable car up the Bucegi mountain for a fantastic view of the area.
Evening: Enjoy balkan cuisine at Taverna Sârbului (call first for a reservation) before heading back to Bucharest.

Brasov and surroundings

Bucharest

Places to visit

Outside Bucharest

In Bucharest

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