Henri Coandă International Airport 2 hr 4
Dino Parc Râșnov (36 min) Park featuring large statues of dinosaurs, plus a 9D theater, playground, museum & other activities. Sinaia Monastery (30 min) Venerable monastery complex with 15th-century origins including a museum, a church & a tomb. Peleș Castle (32 min) Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts. Piatra Mare Mountains (1 hr 30) This small mountain range is a popular hiking area, with a summit that offers panoramic views. Tâmpa (41 min) Picturesque mountain peak with hiking trails, a gondola & panoramas of the city below. Cantacuzino Castle (23 min) Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Omu (1 hr 38) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (26 min) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 38) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Sphinx (1 hr 38) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Valea Cetatii Cave (35 min) This deep cave provides visitors with access into an underground world carved by water. Bran Castle (40 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Postăvarul Massif (49 min) Mountain range featuring a winter sports resort with ski trails, a cable car & lodging. Seven Ladders Canyon (27 min) Large canyon carved in limestone with metal stairs & platforms leading to 7 different waterfalls. Cetatea Râșnov (38 min) Landmark fortress on a hill with walking paths, an ancient well & a handful of souvenir vendors. |