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Romania independent travel guide (2025): top things to do, popular tourism attractions, itinerary planning, accommodation, food, transportation, weather, and more - everything you need to know (updated August, 2025) | Trip.com
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Turda Salt Mine
6.5
5.0/52 Reviews
Themed exhibition halls
Opening hours: 09:00-19:00 (admission ends at 18:00)
M43***18:“In-depth review of Turda Salt Mine (Salina Turda) attractions
Unique experience and landscapes
Underground wonders: This medieval salt mine (mined from 1075 to 19321) has been transformed into the "coolest underground landscape" that combines a museum, amusement park and sanatorium1. The mine is divided into two levels, with a golf course, theater and sports field on the upper level, and a Ferris wheel (65 feet high), underground lake boating (rental for 3 euros1) and an arena on the lower level12.
Sci-fi atmosphere: Stalactites, deep tunnels and preserved mining equipment (such as wooden extractors1) create a movie-like scene, and a panoramic elevator offers a panoramic view of the mine34.
Health care: The slightly salty air with a constant temperature of 11°C and 80% humidity is good for the lungs, and some residents even use treadmills to exercise here24.
Highlights of the tour
Must-do activities: Ferris wheel, underground lake boating, mini golf23. Featured pits:
Rudolf Mine: The largest pit (138 feet deep), with a bowling alley and an amusement park13.
Trezia Mine: The deepest (393 feet), with a salt island in the middle of the lake for boating13.
Joseph Mine: A natural "echo chamber"1.
Practical information
Tickets and time: 60 lei (about 13 euros), open from 9:00 to 17:003.
Transportation suggestions:
Drive or take a taxi from Cluj (40 minutes); or take a bus to Turda (45 minutes, 15 lei), and then take a taxi to the salt mine34.
Notes:
You need to bring a coat in summer34; there is no restaurant in the mine, it is recommended to bring your own snacks4.
Claustrophobic patients should be careful1.
Tourist comments
“Like entering a sci-fi movie!”4 “The combination of the Ferris wheel and the salt lake is extremely shocking.”23 Some tourists mentioned that the town is inconvenient for transportation and suggested planning the return trip in advance4.
Summary: Turda Salt Mine is a miracle of the combination of nature and man-made, suitable for tourists who pursue novel experiences and photography, but they need to pay attention to keeping warm and arranging transportation. If you come to Romania, it is definitely worth a special visit”
Bucharest | Metallica M72 2026 European Tour
5.4
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Concerts
Opens on May 13, 2026. Please contact the attraction to confirm specific opening hours.
Bran Castle
5.2
4.4/522 Reviews
Historic buildings
Opening hours: 09:00-19:30 (admission ends at 19:30)
Plum9195:“Great history lesson. Very interesting. I would say a guide is nice but not necessary. The cost is reasonable. Very pretty setting.”
Palace of Parliament
4.7
4.6/548 Reviews
Open tomorrow at 09:00-17:00
Max726:“Palace of parliament is the largest parliament building in the world. There is a paid guided tour at the palace that seems to be once every 3 hours. You might want to check the schedule online before you make your way down.You will also need your passports in order to sign up for the tour.”
Peleș Castle
4.4
4.5/59 Reviews
Historic buildings
Open tomorrow at 09:15-17:00(Tickets available until 15:45; admission ends at 16:00)
翱翔的大鲨鱼:“Construction began in 1873. Also known as the Peres Castle, it took ten years of construction to be officially completed. Surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains, it is a summer resort in summer and a skier's paradise in winter.
Peres Castle has won many titles of historical firsts. It is the first castle to use electricity, central air conditioning and elevators, and the first castle with skylights that can be opened for stargazing. The small theater inside is where the first movie was played in Romania. It is a beautiful castle like a fairy tale world.”
The Romanian Athenaeum
4.3
4.8/524 Reviews
Historic buildingsPerformances
Opening hours: 09:00-18:00 (admission ends at 17:30)
TAC You To Travel:“Romania Attractions-Temple of Athena
The Romanian Athenaeum is a concert hall in the center of Bucharest
It is also a landmark building in the Romanian capital.
It opened in 1888*
Most of the money for its construction came from the Romanian people
This domed circular building is the most famous concert hall here
There is a small park in front of the building and
A statue of Romanian poet Mihai Eminescu
The concert hall has a capacity of nearly 800 seats*
Why is the Temple of Athena round? ＊
The land where the Temple of Athena was built was supposed to be a circus area*
When French architect Alber Galeron inspects the site of the future building
He decided to use a circular base already prepared for the circus
and build a circular building with a domed roof
The entrance on the first floor has a spacious lobby
Twelve pillars made of cement
Mimicking the pink marble that supports the central dome
Four spiral staircases leading up
Climb to the middle and there is a resting space
The shape of the balcony provides impressive
View of the entrance hall below
The main concert hall of the temple has seats and box seats
These box seats are arranged in two rows along the wall like an amphitheatre.
The concert hall has excellent acoustics*
Also provides a perfect view from any position
Ateneul Român~
The Romanian Athenaeum is a concert hall in the center of Bucharest
and a landmark of the Romanian capital city.
It was opened in 1888,
most of the funds for its construction came from the people of Romania.
This domed, circular building is the city's most prestigious concert hall.
In front of the building there is a small park
and a statue of Romanian poet Mihai Eminescu.
The concert hall has a capacity of almost 800 seats.
Why is the Athenaeum round?
The land where the Athenaeum was built was supposed to be a circus area.
When the French architect Alber Galeron inspected the site of the future building,
he decided to use the circular foundation already prepared for the circus
and to erect a circular construction with a domed roof.
There is a spacious entrance hall on the ground floor,
with twelve columns covered with stucco plaster
imitating the pink marble, which supports the central vault.
Four spiral staircases lead to the upper floor
in the middle of the climbing, there’s rest space
in the shape of the balcony offering an impressive view
of the entrance hall below
The main concert hall of the edifice has seats in stalls and boxes.
The boxes are set in amphitheater-like order on two rows, along the walls.
The entire concert hall has an excellent acoustic
and it also offers a perfect vision from any spot.
#ateneulroman #bucharest #romania”
"King Michael I" Park
4.3
4.8/552 Reviews
Open year round, 24/7
TimentoDiver:“King Mihai I Park, also known as Herăstrău Park, is a serene oasis in the heart of Bucharest, offering a delightful escape from the urban bustle. Its expansive green lawns, picturesque lake, and charming walking trails provide a perfect setting for relaxation and outdoor activities. The park's meticulously maintained gardens and the majestic Village Museum are simply enchanting. Whether you're strolling along the waterfront or having a picnic, Herăstrău is a beautiful, rejuvenating gem in the city.”
Therme Bucuresti
4.2
5.0/52 Reviews
Open 09:00–00:00 (the next day)
_TI***8c:“Great way to relax for a day with a group of friends or as a couple. We spent an entire day relaxing by the pool as well as having fun on the slides.The park is divided into a few areas, a water park with slides accessible by both adults and kids. A main heated pool (quite shallow so you can't really swim) with a bar; an outside area with warmer water with some jacuzzi and sitting area as well as saunas and sun beds surrounding the main pool in an upper area. We went in the winter but apparently there are more outside areas during the summer! Overall it was a great time, unfortunately we were not able to get the massage even though we started queuing for it at 9:10 (it opens at 9). I would definitely recommend getting to the upper part to queue for it early to avoid disappointment. The water park area can get quite busy especially from the morning to noon, we managed to try all the slides but had to go on the popular ones later at night when there are less kids.There is also a restaurant and cafe in the park with a good selection of Asian cuisine, fast food and local cuisine with good dietary options. Some of the food were a bit dry but the vegan curry and the BBQ ribs were delicious. Unfortunately they do not offer alternative milk option with the coffee.I would say the ideal itinerary is to do relaxation, saunas and the main pool between morning and late afternoon and then do the water slides at night time when there is essentially no queue.”
Corvin's Castle
4.1
5.0/51 Reviews
Historic buildings
Opening hours: 09:00-20:00
_TI***sx:“Corvins' Castle, also known as Castelul Corvinilor, is a captivating medieval fortress nestled in Romania. Stepping into this historic gem feels like entering a fairytale. With its towering walls, impressive towers, and Gothic architecture, the castle exudes an enchanting charm that takes you back in time. Exploring its grand halls, courtyards, and secret passages sparks the imagination and reveals the rich history and legends surrounding the castle. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply seeking a magical experience, Corvins' Castle is a must-visit destination that will leave you awe-inspired.”
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MOMENTI
1 Reviews
Open 10:00-22:00
yeonee.:“In April, the spring breeze is soft and the sunset is intoxicating. Walking on the youthful and energetic University Road is as beautiful as it can be. There are too many memories of youth on this road. If you are tired of walking in the bustling crowd, you might as well stop for a while, share a delicious meal with your friends, and enjoy this short and pleasant time;
Shanghai's University Road is located in Yangpu District, close to Fudan University (Handan Campus) and Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, which gives this road infinite vitality and endless vitality; University Road is not only a "net celebrity street" for young people, but also the youth and dreams of a generation;
The shops along the street include recently popular internet celebrity shops, renovated old shops, ingeniously conceived creative new shops, enduring internet celebrity life halls, down-to-earth "A String of Life" offline experience stores, and petty bourgeoisie Italian restaurants. The moment the shutter is pressed, the person telling the story becomes the person in the story, leaving traces of the passing of time;
🌈 MOMENTI
📍Address: No. 102, Daxue Road, Hongkou District, Shanghai
🚇Transportation: Line 10, Jiangwan Stadium Station, Exit 9, walk 300 meters;
⏱Business hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:00-23:00;
🍽Recommended food
🍝Black truffle mushroom pasta, handmade pasta, with creamy mushroom sauce and rich black truffle flavor, must order~
🍕Black truffle pizza, not very thin and crispy crust, slightly thicker, two people's portion, the taste of black truffle is not very strong;
🥗Avocado granola salad, recommended, very refreshing taste, with pasta and pizza can relieve greasiness;
🍹Lavender starry sky lemon bubble, another day defeated by the appearance, the key is that this drink is quite delicious~
🥤Fig peach iced tea, a combination of figs and iced tea, refreshing and thirst-quenching~
📍Currently living in Shanghai｜More recommendations welcome to follow~”
Cafe Wien
1 Reviews
Open Late
Avg. €21/person
Open 09:00-00:00
季煦:“🏠 Cafe Wien (Austrian restaurant)
📍 Piața Albert Huet 4, Sibiu 550182 Romania (on a street that is not particularly central in Sibiu)
💲 I ordered a main course (pork with grilled vegetables), a dessert (carrot cake) and a coke for more than 50 lei, which should be considered a good value for money.
🎈 Rated 4.6/5 on Google
❤️ The pork tasted good and the portion was very large (I only ate one piece), the carrot cake was a bit dry, and it would taste better with blueberry jam. The downside was that it was very cold that day, but the restaurant did not turn on the heating (I went there in the afternoon, it was not meal time, and there were not many customers in the restaurant).
#中秋国庆出游打卡 #一起去探店 #地方只有吃美食”
Logout Cafe
1 Reviews
Open 08:00-01:00
Nancy. Tao:“#夏你最会玩 #咖啡旅行 #小地方不是地方不是地方
Logout cafe is a coffee shop that is jointly owned by a hair salon. In the same space, there is Logout and a barber shop. The main style is dark and high-end, with dark and light intertwined, and it looks clean and comfortable at a glance.
▶️ The exterior of the shop is retro red bricks with black door frames, gray door pillars, green plants, cement floors and rough walls. The owner joked that what he created is an oasis in the wasteland without natural decoration.
▶️According to the owner himself, Logout means log out/log out. In this environment where there is work wherever there is Internet, I hope everyone can have such a logout (log out/offline) moment. It is not just a work system, but also log out from the different roles played by each person, and enjoy their own time, even if it is just a 15-minute coffee break.
▶️In the old Chinese saying, it is to steal half a day of leisure. If some coffee shops are crowded with office atmosphere groups, then logout is to create a pure land without troubles.
▶️ The way to comfort myself is to order an iced latte. The milk carries just the right sweetness to cover up the bitterness of the espresso. The ice dilutes my anxiety that is about to overflow, and the smooth taste makes up for the emptiness in my mouth and brain. In those few seconds, I felt that all the trivial matters were not worth my effort. Even if I was a coward, I just wanted to hide here and slowly finish a cup of iced latte.
▶️ Every cup of coffee here is paired with a slightly thick beige English cup sleeve, pearlescent surface, flocking feel, and high-quality texture.
▶️ Before the coffee is produced, the barista will use a wheel to print the date and time of coffee liquid extraction on the cup sleeve. Every cup here is unique and only exists at this moment.
▶️ Every cup and item in the store is personally selected by the manager. Log out from the competition and just do your best.
tips:
1. Per person: 20 yuan
2. Membership day on Tuesday, half price coffee”
Cafe Martini Habermann
1 Reviews
Open 08:00-00:00
季煦:“Recommended B&B and breakfast restaurant in Sighisoara, Romania
Vik. Apartment
Address: Strada Ștefan Octavian Iosif, Sighisoara, 545400, Romania (5-8 minutes walk from the old town)
Right at the door, free
Studio double room for one person 150 lei (breakfast not included)
The room is super big and spotless, with a rating of 9.8 on booking. The owner also prepared drinking water in the refrigerator. I especially like the fireplace.
Cafe Martini
It seems to be a traditional breakfast of more than 30 Lei (including coffee and drinks)
This restaurant was recommended by the hostel guy. I didn’t have much hope, but it was actually super delicious! It’s really worth it!
#吃吃生活 #Let's go to the store together #Hotel stay addicted”
Meron
2 Reviews
Open 08:00-22:00
晗晗旅游手册:“Explore the wonders of the border: Oradea, a hidden gem, is an ideal place for a weekend stroll
Transportation exploration:
It takes less than an hour to drive from Debrecen, Hungary to this surprising city in Romania, Oradea. Although Romania officially joined the Schengen area this year, passports are still required when crossing the border by flixbus. It is worth noting that there are limited flixbus flights between Debrecen and Oradea every day, but with a clever arrangement of your itinerary, you can complete this short trip in one day and enjoy at least three hours of wonderful exploration.
Public transportation:
In Romanian cities, the public transportation system seems to have achieved a certain degree of interconnection. In Oradea, you can directly use a credit card or 24pay App to buy tickets, which is convenient and efficient.
Scenic walk:
Due to time constraints, I could only linger on the main street Str. Calea Republicii. Although I didn't step into the threshold of the church museum, the architecture of Oradea is shocking enough just from the appearance. The Art Nouveau buildings here are unique, as if telling the glory of the past. In addition, there are dreamlike castles and the iconic blue heritage building "Moskovits" Palace, which together constitute the unique landscape of the city.
Coffee time:
Meron and Café Frei are located next to each other and can be easily found on the same street. The coffee here is not only affordable and generous, but also unforgettable. The two shops have different styles. Whether you want to take a break or taste the mellow aroma of coffee, they are both excellent choices. The average price of a cup of coffee is about 20 yuan.
Dessert temptation:
When it comes to desserts, how can we not mention the passion fruit flavored ice cream of Bianco Milano Gelaterie? The sweet and sour taste seems to awaken your taste buds instantly. CHANTIA focuses on chocolate desserts in winter and ice cream in hot summer to satisfy all your fantasies of sweetness.
Food exploration:
Although I failed to try the Turkish kebab shop Mesopotamia recommended by my friend, the American burger of American Grill made me very satisfied. The price of a burger is 40 yuan, which is very cost-effective compared to the double-decker burgers of the same quality in China. The beef here is of high quality and worth a try. Csíki restaurant almost covers all the delicacies of Hungary and Romania, allowing you to travel around the two countries on the tip of your tongue.
Warm reminder:
Please note that there is a one-hour time difference between Romania and us. The temperature is low in winter, so it is recommended to set foot on this treasure land when the spring is warm and the flowers are blooming. In addition, the overall price here is lower than that in Hungary, whether it is shopping or tasting food, you can get full cost-effectiveness. Oradea, this super treasure city, is waiting for your exploration and discovery! #Creation Incentive Plan Divide 10,000 Cash #The Places Asked in Moments #Urban Humanities Notes #Going Out with Friends #Tourism Recommendation Officer”
Tres Olivos - Rahovei
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Open Late
Avg. €15/person
Open 10:00-00:00
Casa Bunicii 1 - Balcescu
3.0/52 Reviews
Open 12:00-22:00
_M1***45:“[Taste] It's just average, the steak is a bit old. I don't know if I ordered it wrong. It's homemade style”Romania Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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