There are plenty of taxis in the city of Timisoara with plenty of options to reach any point in the city with a small fee of around 10-20 lei. Taxis run on meters and local taxi companies include Tudo, Radio, Timi?oara, Autogenn, Fan, or Prompt. There are also private and licensed taxis but they will be more expensive. Uber is available in the city. And StarTaxi is another ride-sharing app for smartphones.

The city of Timisoara is large, yet relatively compact and walking is feasible. Most of the city’s sights and attractions are within walking distance of the city center.

Riding a bicycle around the city of Timisoara is possible with rentals available through velotm with several rental stations across the city. The bikes are free to rent for 1 hour. You cannot cycle in the city center, but there are dedicated cycle lanes in other parts of the city, that are part of the sidewalk.

There is a bicycle route leading from Timisoara to the Servian border that stretches for 23 miles along the Bega canal. The route begins in the Freidorf neighborhood, passing the Freidorf industrial park, Utvin village, over the bega canal on a bridge, Sanmihaiul Roman, Uivar, and Otelec ending at the border.

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 main bus station in Timisoara is located near the North Railway station. Taxis can be found outside the station.

The public transportation options in Timisoara consist of nine tram lines, eight trolleybus lines, and 31 bus lines all operated by STPT. The network covers all main areas of the city and also connects to the communes and metropolitan areas. There are also water buses available.

There are two types of tickets available, one for the three express line buses and one for the rest of the buses, which can be purchased from newspaper/cigarette stands found at almost every bus stop. Single tickets are available from yellow RATT kiosks, insert the ticket in the machine once onboard to validate it. The price for one ticket costs around 2 lei.

For more information visit www.ratt.ro/

Bus routes of interest to visitors are E7, 11, and 14 which all depart from the main train station Timisoara Nord. #7 leaves from the station and travels to Parcul Rozelor. Number 11 travels to the 1989 Revolution Memorial and the Theresia Bastion. Bus number 14 serves the heart of the city including Piata Unirii, Piata Libertatii, and the Cetate Synagogue.

Tram number 1 leaves from Timisoara Nord station and weaves its way into the city center, it will eventually reach the Banat Village Museum and the Fabric Synagogue at “Meteo” station.

The city of Timisoara has the oldest and densest railway network in the country featuring over 57 miles of lines and 390 square miles of territory. Most of the railway lines that intersect in Timisoara are secondary lines, with line 900 being one of the most important lines from Bucharest along with international connections to Servia, and the mainline Timisoara-Arad-Oradea.

There are international car rental companies at the airport and in the city including Avis, Ascar, Europcar, TOP Rent a Car, and Maya Rent a Car. The city is very busy with traffic and lacks good parking, parking is allowed in the city center, however, they can be sparse during working hours.

There are plenty of taxis in the city of Timisoara with plenty of options to reach any point in the city with a small fee of around 10-20 lei. Taxis run on meters and local taxi companies include Tudo, Radio, Timi?oara, Autogenn, Fan, or Prompt. There are also private and licensed taxis but they will be more expensive.

Uber is available in the city. And StarTaxi is another ride-sharing app for smartphones.

The city of Timisoara is large, yet relatively compact and walking is feasible. Most of the city’s sights and attractions are within walking distance of the city center.

Riding a bicycle around the city of Timisoara is possible with rentals available through velotm with several rental stations across the city. The bikes are free to rent for 1 hour. You cannot cycle in the city center, but there are dedicated cycle lanes in other parts of the city, that are part of the sidewalk.

There is a bicycle route leading from Timisoara to the Servian border that stretches for 23 miles along the Bega canal. The route begins in the Freidorf neighborhood, passing the Freidorf industrial park, Utvin village, over the bega canal on a bridge, Sanmihaiul Roman, Uivar, and Otelec ending at the border.

Timisoara 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.

Timisoara is a great place to shop for all kinds of items including well-known brands, Romanian products, and vintage fashion. Most of the interesting shops are located in the city center, OpenVille is a large mall in the city with shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Piata Aurora-Flavia and Piata Mehala are two flea markets that take place in the city on the weekdays with hundreds of stalls to explore. The Brancoveanu shopping area is another popular location as well as Piata Victoriei. Corner shops are found all around the city that is open 24/7 and selling everyday items, and necessities.

The official language spoken in Tigisoara 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.

The city of Timisoara features a temperate continental climate with sub-Mediterranean influences with very hot, humid summers and cold winters. The average annual temperature is 54.3 F, the warmest month is July with temperatures ranging from the 80s to the high 90s. January is the coldest month with average temperatures around 29F and the wettest month is June, there is an average of 69 days of rain in the city. The summer months are popular from mid-June to early September when the city can get crowded, with the annual Revolution Festival taking place in early July bringing in big crowds.

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.

Timisoara has it all when it comes to dining options, the cuisine is influenced by Italian, Serbian, Hungarian, German, Turkish, and Arabic. There are gourmet restaurants, cafes, pubs, bars, and street stalls for dining. Caruso is a stand-out gourmet restaurant serving up delicious traditional Romanian cuisine, grilled meats are on the menu at Nora. The popular squares in the city such as Victory Square and Unirii Square offer some charming cafes and cute restaurants with outdoor terrace seating and a charming atmosphere to enjoy a meal and drinks. Pastry shops and gelaterias are popular in the city for a sweet satisfying treat. Street stalls sell sandwiches, kebabs, shawarmas, french fries, and other fast food items.

Some popular traditional dishes include Ciorba de Burta is sour beef belly tripe soup, sarmale is meat-filled cabbage rolls, mici is the Romanian version of grilled meatballs or kebabs, and papansi are fried dumplings with jam as dessert.

The city of Timisoara offers a thriving nightlife with plenty of bars, restaurants, pubs, and clubs found in the busy squares and the city center. During summer the riverside is the place to hang out on the southern side of town where many restaurants and bars provide shade and a great place to have an afternoon or evening drink. Scartz is a hipster bar just outside the city center popular with the younger crowds and students offering a laid-back vibe with luxurious chairs, hammocks, and bunk beds for hanging out.

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

Hospitals: Timis County Emergency Clinical Hospital tel. 40-356-433-111.