Henri Coandă International Airport 2 hr 1
Cantacuzino Castle (19 min) Circa-1911 Neo-Romanian castle with guided tours of art exhibits, plus a scenic terrace restaurant. Dino Parc Râșnov (26 min) Park featuring large statues of dinosaurs, plus a 9D theater, playground, museum & other activities. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 35) This 2,384-m. mountain is home to the 30-m. Heroes' Cross, a World War I monument. Cetatea Râșnov (28 min) Landmark fortress on a hill with walking paths, an ancient well & a handful of souvenir vendors. Tâmpa (40 min) Picturesque mountain peak with hiking trails, a gondola & panoramas of the city below. Peleș Castle (29 min) Neo-Renaissance residence of King Charles I with a museum of national heritage artifacts. Heroes' Cross on Caraiman Peak (23 min) Metal cross memorial on Mount Caraiman in the Bucegi Mountains, commemorating WWI dead. Seven Ladders Canyon (27 min) Large canyon carved in limestone with metal stairs & platforms leading to 7 different waterfalls. Omu (1 hr 35) Mountain trekking area offering challenging trails, picturesque panoramas & a chalet with snacks. Valea Cetatii Cave (25 min) This deep cave provides visitors with access into an underground world carved by water. Sphinx (1 hr 35) Storied megalith with sphinx-like features situated in a mountainous national park. Piatra Mare Mountains (1 hr 26) This small mountain range is a popular hiking area, with a summit that offers panoramic views. Bran Castle (29 min) Dramatic, 14th-century castle, former royal residence & alleged legend of Count Dracula inspiration. Postăvarul Massif (39 min) Mountain range featuring a winter sports resort with ski trails, a cable car & lodging. Caraiman Peak (1 hr 22) A 7,822-foot mountain with an illuminated crucifix monument dedicated to WWI heroes. |