Henri Coandă International Airport 1 hr 46
Sphinx (1 hr 20)
Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 7)
A 7,822-foot mountain with an illuminated crucifix monument dedicated to WWI heroes. Howling Waterfall (12 min)
A hike through the forest leads to a waterfall tumbling down jagged rocks & linked to a local myth. Bucegi Natural Park (1 hr 9)
Mountainous national park & nature reserve, home to distinctive, iconic rock formations. Coștila Peak (11 min)
Noted for its historic radio relay tower, this limited-access peak also houses a religious monument. Cantacuzino Castle (10 min)
Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 20)
This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (12 min)
Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Sinaia Monastery (12 min)
Venerable monastery complex with 15th-century origins including a museum, a church & a tomb. Ialomita Cave (1 hr 18)
Visitors don hard hats to explore this cave, set in a gorge & featuring a monastery at its mouth. Omu (1 hr 20)
Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Kalinderu Ski Slope (11 min)
Bustling family ski mountain featuring beginner-friendly slopes, tobogganing & a kids' carousel. Bran Castle (50 min)
Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Peleș Castle (14 min)
Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts. Jepii Mari River (1 hr 1) | 
