Top Romania Cultural Tours - page 2

Make the most of your time away from Bucharest, and enjoy three distinct experiences without having to book multiple activities, on this small-group day tour to Unirea, Casa Secui, and Snagov Monastery. Explore one of Europe’s largest salt mines; enjoy lunch at a restaurant that was once Nicolae Ceaușescu’s private hunting lodge; visit the monastery where Vlad Tepes’ remains are said to rest. Entrance fees, lunch, and wine tasting extra expenses.

Travel between the far-flung attractions of Transylvania without worrying about getting lost on rural roads on this day trip, designed with visitors on a time budget in mind. In an intimate small group limited to seven people, you’ll visit Peles Castle, Bran Castle (Dracula’s Castle), and Rasnov Fortress and benefit from both the personalized attention and insider knowledge of your guide.

Count yourself lucky that this tour offers an unforgettable sightseeing experience with the convenience of a private driver and guide. Meet your driver at your hotel in Bucharest and depart the capital city for Transylvania where you’ll visit two landmark castles: Peles Castle and Bran Castle. After touring the castles, you’ll have time to explore Brasov’s medieval city before returning to your hotel in Bucharest.

Make every second in Bucharest count without worrying about navigating the city alone when you join this small group guided tour. Led by a local in English or Italian, you’ll wander through Romania’s capital city, visiting landmarks like Revolution Square, the Stavropoleos Monastery, and the Palace of Parliament — the heaviest building in the world. You’ll also see medieval Old Town, historic churches, and one of the most popular concert halls in the city.

Tick off two of Romania’s UNESCO-listed landmarks on this full-day tour to Viscri and Sighișoara. Benefit from your private guide’s personalized attention as you explore Viscri’s fortified church and Sighișoara Citadel and learn more about the country’s unique cultural heritage. Round-trip transfer from Brașov via air-conditioned vehicle ensures a seamless excursion.

Get an in-depth look at the history and culture of one of Romania’s most influential cities on a 2.5-hour walking tour. The chronological guided route through the city center enables you to get a clearer picture of exceedingly eventful past of Timisoara. Listen to tantalizing stories about Joannes Corvinus, Johann Strauss, and Maria Theresa. Learn about the widespread effects of the Plague, a siege, the Romanian Revolution, and so much more.

If you’re wanting to see Dracula’s Castle (Bran Castle) and Peles Castle while in Romania, but don’t want to think about all the details like driving in a new place, then book this full-day tour that provides round-trip transport from Bucharest. Although, admission tickets to each castle must be purchased separately onsite, enjoy ample time at both large attractions before moving on to Brasov for an included city walking tour and free time.

Experience a memorable day trip from Bucharest that takes you to Romania’s most iconic sites! Start your journey in Sinaia with a tour of the breathtaking Peles Castle, a masterpiece of Neo-Renaissance architecture. Next, explore the legendary Bran Castle, steeped in Gothic charm and myth as Dracula's Castle. The adventure continues in the medieval city of Brașov, where you’ll walk its cobblestone streets, visit the renowned Black Church, and savor local cuisine. Capture unforgettable photos, explore Romanian history, and enjoy expert-guided insights before returning to Bucharest, filled with the magic and mystery of these captivating landscapes and landmarks. ! IMPORTANT - Starting 1st of June, tickets to Peles Castle have to be reserved online, for specific time frames. As the tours leaves in the morning and arrives at ~ 9:30 in Sinaia, we advise that you buy the tickets for the FIRST time frame (9:15 - 11:00)

No need for a map on this tour of Bucharest: you’ll enjoy a private tour of Romania’s capital in a comfortable air conditioned vehicle. Meet your driver and guide at your hotel then set off to see the city’s landmarks sites like the Triumph Arch, Palace of Parliament, and Old Town. Wander around Europe’s oldest village museum, Muzeul National al Satului "Dimitrie Gusti", and the site of the revolution.

Brasov’s narrow lanes and pedestrian plazas are best explored on foot, and booking this small-group walking tour brings you straight to the medieval heart of the city. From gothic Black Church (Biserica Neagra) to the cobblestoned Rope Street, you’ll check out Brasov’s most important sites as you hear about local history and culture. This tour’s small-group format ensures a personalized experience, free from the crowding of bigger excursions.

Venture deep into the heart of Transylvania to visit two of Romania’s most magnificent castles and the medieval town of Brasov on this day trip. Step into the life of Romanian royalty at sumptuous Peles Castle, a fairytale-like summer retreat surrounded by forest and still adorned with immaculate period decor. Then, connect with the country's notorious vampiric lore at Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle,’ thanks to its chilling Gothic chambers and turrets that seem to be plucked straight from a horror movie.

Rather than struggling to check off Transylvania's many sights on your own, see the best of the Romanian region with ease on this 2-day private tour from Bucharest. Head into the Transylvania countryside without having to drive yourself and explore the medieval cities of Brasov, Bran, and Rasnov at a relaxed pace over two days. As you travel, your guide fills you in on Romania’s complicated and fascinating history. This is a great way to explore Transylvania’s castles, villages, and fortresses by car and on foot.

Dive deeper into Romania's rich history on a small-group tour of three important landmarks from Brasov. Visit the beautiful Peles Castle, once the summer residence of the Romanian royal family built in the 19th century. Then, head to Bran Castle, also known as Dracula's Castle, made famous by Irish writer Bram Stoker. Finally, visit the 13th-century Rasnov Fortress situated on a hilltop, with hotel pickup included for convenience.

Cross off three of Romania’s most memorable tourist destinations in one day on this small-group tour. Start with Bran Castle, which influenced Bram Stoker’s Dracula, where you can hear the myths and true stories as you explore. At the spectacular royal residence Peles Castle, you'll visit both the exterior and inside at your leisure, as well as the Sinaia Monastery. See the stunning Transylvanian Alps and Bucegi Mountains on your relaxing trip back to Brasov.

Visit a a unique underground theme park and one of the most beautiful villages in Transylvania on this full-day tour from Cluj-Napoca. Learn about the history of salt mining from your guide and enjoy a variety of activities at the theme park at the Turda Salt Mine. Afterwards, visit the Village of Rimetea and hike up to Coltesti Castle.

Travelers short on time who want to see Romania’s Black Sea coast can enjoy this full-day private tour from Bucharest to Constanta. Travel to the city of Constanta, where you can walk along the waterfront, visit landmarks such as the Constanta Casino, and relax at the nearby beaches of Plaja Mamaia.

Travel back in time on this history tour of Bucharest focused on its Communist past. Stroll through the city with a guide, who follows a curated itinerary designed to show the effect of Communism on the country and its people. With a small group of fellow travelers, get plenty of personalized attention and have time to ask questions as you visit the landmarks and highlights of the past.

Travel off the beaten path on a private day trip from Bucharest that combines the flavors, history, and culture of Romania. Explore the Slănic Prahova salt mine, the largest in Romania, and connect with the legend of Dracula at Snagov Monastery, home to the island grave site of real-life prince Vlad Dracul. In between these historic destinations, enjoy a traditional Romanian lunch and local wines at a hand-picked country wine cellar.

Skip the impersonal tourist excursions and enjoy an individualized experience on a private tour that explores the rise and fall of the Socialist Republic of Romania and its impact on the city itself. Visit landmarks including the Centrul Civic and the Old City, and listen as your guide shares insight into their architecture and symbolism. Save time finding a meeting point with hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Discover Jewish sites in Bucharest on a private tour that offers a personal look at the city’s fraught history. Tours of The Choral Temple and the Museum of History of the Jewish Community showcase Jewish heritage in Romania, with additional stops at Holocaust Memorial and the State Jewish Theater. Booking a private tour ensures time to experience the places that interest you most, without the fixed schedule and focus of a group excursion.

Matching city landmarks to their significance in modern history can be difficult on a self-led tour. Discover Bucharest’s communist history on a private tour led by a local, and hear first-hand accounts of life under the Socialist Republic of Romania as you explore sights such as Revolution Square and the Palace of the Parliament. Choose between a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule.

Take advantage of how close Bulgaria is from the city of Bucharest without worrying about finding your own way around on this full-day shared tour to Veliko Tarnovo. Cross the border and stop first at Basarbovo Monastery, a Bulgarian Orthodox cave monastery, before continuing to Veliko Tarnovo. There, you’ll take a tour of Tsarevets Fortress and enjoy free time walking the city streets. Entrance fees to attractions are not included.

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.

Vlad the Impaler was supposedly born in a yellow house, and the title his father carried, Dracul, is where Bram Stoker found the name Dracula. That house is one stop on this self-guided audio walking tour of Sighisoara, narrated through an app as you walk at your own pace. Over two hours you will trace the guild towers raised by Saxon craftsmen, read a clock that changes a Roman god for each day, climb a covered staircase built so children could reach school through deep snow, and finish at the cemetery of the people who built every stone here and have now almost all left. There is no fixed start time and no group to follow. Press play at each stop, pause for photos, and let the map lead you to the next. Over 20,000 travelers have used our self-guided tours, and this walking tour comes with a full refund guarantee. If you would rather understand Sighisoara than only photograph it, this tour is for you.