Travel guide · Romania
Transylvania: what to see and when to go
Transylvania is a region of forested mountains, medieval Saxon towns and fortified churches in the heart of Romania, ringed by the Carpathians. Beyond the Dracula legend, it has some of Europe's best-preserved villages, bears in the wild and excellent value.
What to see and do in Transylvania
Brașov
A Saxon town with the Black Church, a lively main square and a cable car up Tâmpa hill.
Bran and Peleș castles
Bran, sold as Dracula's castle, and Peleș, a fairy-tale royal palace in Sinaia.
Sighișoara
An inhabited medieval citadel and the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler (UNESCO).
Viscri and the fortified churches
Saxon villages with fortified churches, several of them UNESCO-listed.
Transfăgărășan road
One of the world's most spectacular mountain roads, usually open from July to October.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Sep – Oct.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 3 hr, 15 min | ≈ €190 · See flights |
| New York | 10 hr, 15 min | ≈ €540 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 14 hr | ≈ €620 · See flights |
| Dubai | 5 hr | ≈ €300 · See flights |
| Singapore | 12 hr | ≈ €580 · See flights |
| Sydney | 20 hr, 15 min | ≈ €770 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €350 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Romania
- Currency
- Romanian Leu
- Good for
- mountains · nature · culture · wild
- How long to stay
- 4–6 days
- Where to stay
- Brașov as a base with trains and restaurants; a guesthouse in a Saxon village for the countryside.Find a place to stay in Transylvania
Plan your trip
Flights, a place to stay and what else you need for Transylvania, one tap each.
- FlightsFrom London · about €190 (opens in a new tab)
- StayHotels and apartments in Transylvania (opens in a new tab)
- Things to doTours, tickets and experiences (opens in a new tab)
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Transylvania and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Sep – Oct. Average highs range from 4° in January to 26° in July.
How many days do you need in Transylvania?
4 to 6 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Transylvania cost?
Accommodation runs at around €50 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €350 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 3 hr, 15 min.
Where should you stay in Transylvania?
Brașov as a base with trains and restaurants; a guesthouse in a Saxon village for the countryside.
