A snowy landscape resembling the outskirts of picturesque Bucharest features houses with snow-covered roofs nestled among bare trees. Evergreen branches frame the foreground, while rolling hills under a cloudy sky create a serene winter scene reminiscent of things to do in Bucharest during winter.

Beautiful Romania: your travel guide to what to do

With breathtaking landscapes, fairytale castles, and a rich culture, Romania is a destination that truly has it all. Whether you’re wandering through the charming streets of Sibiu, enjoying the dramatic peaks of the Carpathian Mountains, or exploring the vibrant cafés of Bucharest, there’s something to captivate everyone.

Romania’s is full of medieval towns, fortified churches, and legendary castles, including Bran Castle—often linked to Dracula. The painted monasteries of Bucovina and the ancient Dacian ruins in the mountains offer a fascinating glimpse into the country’s past.

Romania’s landscapes are second to none. The Danube Delta, a UNESCO-listed biosphere, is a paradise for birdwatchers, while Transylvania’s rolling hills and dense forests are perfect for hiking and wildlife spotting. The country is also home to some of Europe’s most scenic drives, like the famous Transfăgărășan Highway.

Explore our collection of Romania travel guides, packed with the best things to do, where to stay, must-visit destinations, day trip ideas, money-saving tips, and essential travel advice.

What do I need to know about travelling in Romania?

Advice on this is variable. Some say yes, some say only in major cities and some say not to. We drunk the tap water when we were there, and were fine. If you’re worried, you could get buy a reusable bottle with a filter from Amazon.

Romanian is the main language, and some people speak Hungarian in areas close to Hungary. English isn’t that common, but most people have a basic grasp of it (and especially in the tourist areas).

Romania follows Eastern European Standard Time, which is GMT + 2. It observes daylight savings, so it moves one hour ahead from March to October.

For most Western countries (the US, the UK and Schengen countries), no visa is required for short-term stays up to 90 days. For other nationalities, check online.

Romania uses the Romanian Leu. ATMs are very common and most places take contactless, debit or credit cards. Remember to use a card which has low fees when spending abroad, and always choose to pay in your home currency rather than Leu.

Romania uses the type F plug, which is the one with two round pins.

Romania travel guides