Romania Travel Guide

What is Romania known for?

Romania is known for medieval Transylvanian cities, castles and fortified churches, the Carpathian Mountains, the Danube Delta and a layered history visible from Roman ruins to Communist-era architecture.

Travel experiences range from Bucharest's museums and restaurants to mountain roads, Saxon towns, painted monasteries, Black Sea resorts and traditional rural landscapes.

What are the best places to visit in Romania?

Romania covers a large area, so itineraries work best when grouped by region rather than trying to cross the country too quickly.

How many days should I spend in Romania?

Approximately 7-10 days works well for Bucharest plus two Transylvanian destinations. Longer itineraries are advisable when adding the Black Sea, Bucovina or the Danube Delta because road and rail distances are considerable.

Tripmasters vacation packages are customizable, allowing travelers to select nights, hotels, transportation and activities in each destination.

What currency is used in Romania?

Romania uses the Romanian leu, abbreviated RON; the plural is lei. The euro is not Romania's official currency, so ordinary transactions should be expected in lei.

Do people speak English in Romania?

Romanian is the official language. English is common in Bucharest, major cities and tourism destinations, particularly among younger people, but is less dependable in rural areas.

When is the best time to visit Romania?

Spring and early autumn are particularly useful for city travel and Transylvania, while summer is busiest on the Black Sea coast and in major cities. Winter supports skiing and Christmas-market travel.

Is tipping customary in Romania?

Tipping is common for good service in Romania, particularly in restaurants. The previous page contained a copied reference to Macedonian denars in its Romania currency section; this version consistently uses Romanian lei.

Which currency should I use?

Use Romanian lei for ordinary cash payments and gratuities.

Check whether service is included, and keep small-denomination lei available for tips.

What is the best way to travel around Romania?

Romania can be explored by car, train or private transfer. A car is especially useful for countryside and castle routes, while trains work well between many major cities but can be slower on some regional lines.

What should I verify before traveling?

• Use Romanian lei rather than copied references to other currencies
• Check mountain-road conditions seasonally
• Confirm rail journey times before finalizing hotels
• Verify parking in historic centers
• Review rental-car documentation requirements
• Allow extra time for rural and mountain roads

A combination of trains and private transfers works well for major cities; a rental car adds the greatest flexibility for castles, villages and scenic mountain routes.