Top 10 Best Places to Visit in Romania in 2025

Not sure how to plan your next vacation to Romania? What places not to miss? Here’s my recommendation of 10 best places to visit in Romania in 2025.

10. Bucharest – the capital of the country. Perfect for a city trip. The Palace of Parliament, also known as Ceausescu’s Palace, is the second largest administrative building in the world (after Pentagon) and should be on your list. For more ideas, check out top 30 things to see and do in Bucharest.

9. Transbucegi road– is an amazing road in the mountains. If your looking for high adrenaline and amazing views, this is the place to go. Plus it’s open all year long.

8. Danube Delta is a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature lovers from all over the world.

7. Maramures is the most traditional part of Romania. If you want to discover Easter or Christmas traditions, this is the place to come. Don’t believe me? Check out a Canadian’s review of Maramures.

6. Brasov, surrounded by mountains, is an amazing city in Transylvania. Stay a few days here to fully discover it. There are lots of places to visit in Brasov and lots of things to do near it. For sure, you won’t get bored!  

5. Transalpina road is the highest road in Romania. If you like driving, put it on the list. However check Transalpina opening times before planning your trip.

4. Sighisoara is the most colorful city in Romania and the largest medieval fortress in Europe inhabited without interruption. Visit it and thank me later!

Also, don’t miss the largest Statue of Jesus in Eastern Europe which is just 48 km away from Sighisoara. Why go to Rio, when you could come to Romania?

 

3. Sibiu is like a little Vienna in the heart of Transylvania. There are so many things to do in Sibiu and around in any season. It’s also an airport in Sibiu so perfect for a city break if you’re looking for an affordable spring vacation in Europe.

2. Transfagarasan – the best road in the world as Top Gear called it it’s not to be missed especially if you’re in a road trip in Romania.

1.  Dracula Castle
Number one on our list of best places to visit in Romania it’s the famous Dracula’s Castle, also known as Bran Castle Dracula, from the amazing Transylvania