Day trip to Corvin Castle and Sibiu (and back) from Timisoara
Recommended by 97% of travelers
Timisoara, Romania
- 11 to 13 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Visit two culturally important areas in Romania on this day trip to Corvin Castle and Sibiu from Timisoara. Join a small group and head to the Gothic-style Corvin Castle—one of the biggest castles in Europe—for a guided tour. Then, head to Sibiu to discover the city’s main attractions such as the Bridge of Lies, the fortress walls, and the Tower of the Council.
- Visit the 2007 European Culture Capital—Sibiu
- Learn about Romanian history and culture from your guide
- Enjoy round-trip transfers from anywhere in Timisoara
- A small group means more attention from your guide
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We provide pick-up from anywhere in Timisoara.
Start time.8:00 am
Itinerary
1
Castelul Corvinilor
1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Lutheran Evangelical Cathedral & Tower
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
3
Bridge of Lies
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Piaka Mica
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Turnul Sfatului (The Tower of the Council)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
6
Big Square (Piata Mare)
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Turnul Dulgherilor
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Fortress Walls
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Catedrala Ortodoxa Sfanta Treime
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Passage of Stairs
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 31 reviews
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Cormac_R, Nov 2025
Thanks to the airline Hisky, the city of Timisoara is reachable from many places in Europe and New York. After arriving in Timisoara, this is a worthwhile trip to do. I booked this as a solo trip. The guide Dan was friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. The first stop was for breakfast, where I had a burger for breakfast. While this may sound strange, it was a worthwhile stop since one of their burgers won second prize in a competition, and that was the only time to try it. Corvin castle was definitely worth seeing. The guide informed me that this castle appears in some Bollywood movies. After the castle, it was onto Sibiu. This area is worth visiting. There are unique houses in the area with openings in the roof that look like eyes looking at you. This is the area where I went for lunch. The guide was flexible as to where to eat. I wanted to try some Romanian food, and the guide knew a good restaurant. I was shown some of the main areas of Sibiu. Since I was a solo traveler, there guide was flexible after Sibiu, and asked if there was anything else I wanted to see. At that moment I declined the offer and we went back to Timisoara, as it was getting very late. There was a city of Deva between Sibiu and Timisoara that might have been interesting to see, but it was getting dark and there wasn’t enough time to see it properly. In the end, the tour lasted slightly longer than 11 hours.
DanielAngel_A, Oct 2025
Both Corvin and Sibiu are worth the visit. We didn't have enough time in Sibiu to enjoy the place more. Sibiu is a beautiful little town and half an hour extra for pictures would make the experience much better. In Corvin you have to decide between having enough time to visit the castle and have time only for a snack or not have enough time at the castle and have time for lunch. We opted for the first option since the castle is very interesting. This could also improve. Our guide was also knowledgable and nice.
Pawel_P, Sep 2025
I had a wonderful experience on this day trip. The guide was excellent — friendly and full of fascinating stories that brought both Corvin Castle and the beautiful city of Sibiu to life. Despite the distance, the time flew by, and the logistics were seamless. This tour is a must for anyone interested in history or architecture and based in Timișoara!
Candace_L, Sep 2024
Both the size of the castle and the ambiance in Sibiu were totally memorable.
The tour guide was perfect: knowledgeable, enthusiastic, friendly
ChenChao_T, Jul 2024
The guide, Sergiu, is knowledgeable, communicative, and effervescent. We gained deep insight about the history and culture of Romania. We had a wonderful time.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Happy you enjoyed our tour together!
Do come back so we can see more of Romania!
Cynthia_V, May 2023
Very knowledgeable guide. Shared a great deal of history of Romania. Able to speak English. Had one on one tour.
Devane_S, Nov 2022
Truly one of the most memorable tours I had. Our guide Dan, was a rare gem. A historian by training and once a news presenter, Dan brought Transylvania to live. He wasn't just going through the known facts, but the lesser known as well. Why was Corvin Castle built the way it was, what does the actual historical evidence reveal about murder holes, what was the social dynamics like for the towns in Sibiu back in the day? This is where Dan's knowledge makes this not just a typical tour. Highly recommended!
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Thanks for the kind words! I also had a great day with you. Maybe one day we meet again! I sure hope so!
Julie_D, Nov 2022
Our guide was chill and showed us a lot of cool spots. It was also really interesting to hear some of the old legends and stories about the areas we visited.
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Dear Julie,
I am happy you enjoyed our trip and I hope you'll be back one day so we can explore more of Romania!
Kind regards,
Sergiu
Mara_D, Jun 2022
I definitely recommend this tour! Sibiu is a beautiful and unique city, and Corvin Castle is unlike any other castle I've visited - absolutely worth a trip! Our guide, Sergiu, was very friendly, knowledgeable, and answered all of our questions about Romanian culture and geography. He was thoughtful about planning our itinerary around potential rain that day, and gave us a bunch of recommendations for things to do in Timisoara, the city where we were staying. Absolutely recommend!
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Dear Mara,
Thank you for the kind words. I am happy you enjoyed Timisoara and our trip together and I hope you'll recommend Romania to your friends back in the US.
Greetings from sunny Timisoara
Sergiu
Marilia_A, Sep 2025
Great tour, practically a private tour, Andrei was a great guide, has a lot of knowledge, is very friendly, talks a lot about real life throughout the way. The castle in the middle of the road is quite different. The city of Sibiu is very beautiful and nice. The way back and forth was light and quiet, despite being a long road.
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Anabela_G, Apr 2023
A conversa com o guia, muito culto, interessante e interessado. Condução muito cuidadosa, Sempre atento às preferências musicais e outras dos clientes.
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