Top Bucharest Castle Tours

Discover the highlights of Bucharest with this guided walking tour. Over the course of two hours, get a good overview of the city and see many of its major sites, including the Royal Palace, Parliament, Stavropoleos Monastery, Manuc’s Inn, and more, with a local guide to provide historical context and insights.

The myth-shrouded castles and fortresses of Transylvania can be tricky to access on your own, so let a expert Romanian tour guide take you from Bucharest straight to highlights of the Carpathian hinterland. Follow the footsteps of Romanian royalty at stunning Peles Castle, get spooked by Dracula legends at Bran Castle, and see the famous Black Church on a walking tour of medieval Brasov.

Escape the urban bustle of Bucharest for the day to discover the legends and treasures of Transylvania. Wander through the Gothic chambers and turrets of Bran Castle, nicknamed ‘Dracula’s Castle’ thanks to its spooky atmosphere and ties to Vlad the Impaler, and then feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale on a tour of splendid Peles Castle, the former royal residence of Romanian kings. Finally, explore one of Transylvania’s most well-preserved medieval villages on a walking tour of Brasov.

Explore the remains of Dracula’s Castle on this small-group day trip from Bucharest. Meet your English-speaking guide in Bucharest, then travel by minibus to Transylvania. Admire the scenery beyond the window on the leisurely drive into the country, an ideal prelude to two of Romania’s most stunning castles, Peles Castle and Bran (Dracula’s) Castle. Hit the charming city of Brașov in south Transylvania. When Peles Castle is closed, you'll extend your visit in Brasov to enjoy more of its atmospheric old town.

Discover Bucharest’s highlights and Romania’s most memorable sights with one flexible city pass. The Essential Pass includes a guided Palace of Parliament tour with skip-the-ticket-line entry and a guided Bucharest Old Town walk. Step inside one of the world’s largest administrative buildings, then explore historic streets, architecture, and Dracula folklore with a guide. Choose Explorer for everything in Essential, plus 3-hour access to Therme Bucharest’s Galaxy Zone and a full-day guided trip to Transylvania. Visit Peleș Castle, discover the legends of Bran Castle, and enjoy free time in historic Brașov. Castle entry tickets are not included with the day trip. Both options include Palace of Parliament and Bran Castle audio tours, 3 GB of eSIM data, a Bucharest 3-day itinerary, and 10% off selected attractions and experiences. After booking, create your tickets through your MegaPass account, select available dates and times, and receive mobile tickets and visit details.

Set off for Transylvania from Bucharest during this guided tour that includes round-trip transport to Bran Castle and Peles Castle. Along with both optional castle visits, enjoy a walking tour of Brasov before your guide sets you free in the medieval town to enjoy some independent time.

Head up into the Bucegi Mountains with this private day tour from Bucharest to Scropoasa Lake and the Zanoaga Canyon. You'll walk along beautiful trails and over to Scropoasa Lake and Zanoaga Canyon, with a stop along the way to check out cascading waterfalls, known for their clean, pure waters.