Taxis are available in the city of Galati with some of the main companies including Delta Car, Ace, and Leonardo.

The city is walkable and compact with many of the sights, accommodations, and attractions located within walking distance to the center of town.

There are some great bicycle routes throughout the city that connect visitors to the attractions and waterfront with pleasant scenic views. Galati also offers 635 cycling routes that are well worth exploring, many on flat terrain and some adventurous mountain biking routes. There are plenty of options to hire a bicycle in the city especially during the summer months.

Private transfers are available between many cities in Romania with one of our reputable companies. These point-to-point transfers allow for passengers to enjoy the ride and take in the scenery while the driver connects you to your destination. The roads in Romania can be hard for non-locals to navigate, so a private transfer is a great way to travel.

The public transportation network in Galati consists of trams, trolleybuses, and autobuses operated by TRANSURB. There are several bust routes that connect Galati’s main areas and tourist attractions.

Galati is a port city that can be reached via the Danube-Black Sea canal shortcut to Constanta which passes through Galati. A boat straight from the Black Sea, through the Sulina branch of the Danube Delta, navigable for sea ships to Braila.

Driving a car to Galati is one of the easiest ways to reach the city as it does not have its own airport and the closest is over 75 miles away. Car rentals are available at the airport and there are rental car agencies in the city. If visitors are strictly staying in the city then having a car is not necessary.

Taxis are available in the city of Galati with some of the main companies including Delta Car, Ace, and Leonardo.

The city is walkable and compact with many of the sights, accommodations, and attractions located within walking distance to the center of town.

There are some great bicycle routes throughout the city that connect visitors to the attractions and waterfront with pleasant scenic views. Galati also offers 635 cycling routes that are well worth exploring, many on flat terrain and some adventurous mountain biking routes. There are plenty of options to hire a bicycle in the city especially during the summer months.

Galati is a very safe destination for tourists with crimes against visitors being very rare. There are few other cities anywhere in the world that feel safer, there is plenty of police presence around town, especially in frequently visited tourist sights and attractions. Be aware of pickpockets in crowded areas especially on board public transport, don’t exchange money in the Change Bureaus, always use Banks. Keep your valuables close, be aware of your surroundings, and don’t wander around alone at night. If you rent a car be sure to take extra precautions and lock your vehicle and remove any valuables.

The city offers some great shopping options especially at the Galati Marina where visitors can browse upscale boutiques, jewelry stores, and fine dining restaurants. There are several shopping centers found throughout the city including Galeriile de Arta, Vox Maris Shopping Center, and Modern Shopping Center.

The official language spoken in Galati is Romanian, the closest currently spoken relative to ancient Latin. Many people will also be able to speak French, Spanish, and Italian, and the Roma people will speak the native Romany. Many people speak English especially in the service industry at hotels and restaurants, and many locals speak Italian. We recommend you get a good English-Romanian guidebook and learn the common phrases such as hello, goodbye, please, thank you, and numbers 1-10.

Galati features a humid continental climate with oceanic influences with hot summers and cold, dry winters. There are four distinct seasons in the city and summer temperatures average up to 95 degrees with August being the hottest month of the year and January the coldest with temps dropping to 14 degrees F. A great time to visit Galati is from May through September, the warmest months will be June, July, and August with highs in the low to mid 90’s F.

The currency of Romania is the Romania Leu (RON or lei). You will need to exchange your currency for the Romanian Leu, which can be done upon arrival at the airport currency exchange desks or banks and specialized stores called Foreign Exchange Bureaus.

The city of Galati offers a great variety of restaurants with many serving delicious traditional Romanian cuisine along with a number of Asian, Italian, Mediterranean, Greek, and international options. Romanian cuisine is made up of several different cultures including ancient Greeks, Romanians, Saxons, Turks, and Slavic. Some of the main ingredients used in traditional cooking include pork, beef, and lamb, as well as fish, vegetables, dairy products, and fruits.

Typical food in Romanian is made with meat, usually, pork with menus made up of several different types of pork dishes. Romanians enjoy comfort good, and Galati is a great city for dining options with plenty of diversity and dozens of traditional Romanian restaurants. Many of these local restaurants are located in authentic historic buildings, some playing folk music or featuring folk dancing shows and serving up some of the countries finest cuisine.

A few popular dishes in the city include sarmale, cabbage stuffed with spiced minced pork or beef. Mamaliga is a cornmeal porridge similar to polenta served with many main courses topped with sour cream and cheese. Covrigi is soft pretzels topped with salt or poppy seeds served hot on the streets of Bucharest. Mici (“small ones”) is made of combinations of ground meat and spices grilled on the barbecue, normally served with mustard and fresh bread. Ciroba de burta (Tripe soup) is a popular first course in Romania made with boiled beef tripe, vegetables, and served with sour cream, vinegar, and a garlic paste.

Galati is one of the largest cities in Romania and ranked one of the top nightlife destinations. The nighttime fun usually starts around 8 pm in the city, starting with a delicious meal and then on to the bars and clubs in the city. Galati is made up of two centers; the historical center and the modern center where visitors can find great restaurant options, cafes, pubs, bars, and clubs. The clubs don’t get started till around midnight and many playing a variety of music with stylish interiors and a fun atmosphere. Divino is the biggest club in the country located in the heart of Galati and frequented by the rich and famous with famous DJ’s performing.

In case of Emergency dial 112 for the Police, Ambulance, or Fire services.

Hospitals:

Spitalul General Cai Ferate Galati tel. 40-236-460-795.