10-Day Romania Road Trip from Targu Mures traveling east to Miercurea Ciuc, Sinaia, Bucharest, and Brasov

Your road trip adventure in Romania begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Targu Mures. You’ll stay in Targu Mures for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Targu Mures has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Platoul Cornesti. This attraction is a plateau and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,030 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Targu Mures, La Piazzetta. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Targu Mures is Nivo Resto Lounge. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 919 customers.

Locals recommend Thai Kitchen®️ as one of the best restaurants in the city of Targu Mures. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 435 customers.

Targu Mures also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Targu Mures is Piaf Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,129 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Targu Mures is The Office - Clubul Presei. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 711 customers.

Locals also enjoy G. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Romania!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Romania, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Targu Mures. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Miercurea Ciuc. You’ll stay in Miercurea Ciuc for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Targu Mures’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Targu Mures, start your day with a visit to the amazing Târgu Mureș Palace of Culture. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,746 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Toldalagi Palace, Târgu Mureș. This building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 136 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Ascension Cathedral to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Ascension Cathedral is a church that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 739 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Targu Mures has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Miercurea Ciuc. Miercurea Ciuc offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Renegade. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 760 reviews.

The remarkable Három Székely Fogadó is another top restaurant in Miercurea Ciuc we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 324 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Casa Harghita is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 267 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Miercurea Ciuc, the fantastic One Caffe. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 565 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Nagymama Cukrászda. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 358 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Romania!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Romania. Today, you'll wake up in Miercurea Ciuc and embark on a scenic drive to Sinaia, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Miercurea Ciuc and Brașov County before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Miercurea Ciuc. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Roman Catholic Church in Șumuleu Ciuc. This attraction is a catholic pilgrimage church that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 4,925 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Szekler Museum. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,426 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Miercurea Ciuc is the stunning Parcul Central. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,132 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Bran Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 91,758 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Brașov County, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Sinaia. When you arrive in Sinaia you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Taverna Sârbului. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,505 customers.

Locals also recommend Pensiunea Alex, another of the best restaurants in Sinaia. Pensiunea Alex is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,219 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurant WooD. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,829 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit La Cafenea to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Sinaia, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 549 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Licorna Restaurant & Wine Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Licorna Restaurant & Wine Bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 811 customers.

Bar 33 is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 234 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Romania, and look forward to more great days to come!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Cantacuzino Castle. This attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,771 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Caraiman Monastery. This place of worship and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,931 visitors.

Orthodox Monastery Ghighiu is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular place of worship, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 9,448 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Ploiești is another excellent way to spend your new day in Romania. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Romania’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Romania’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Romania’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Edenland Park for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,320 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bucharest.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try PAPILA, one of the best restaurants in the city of Bucharest. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

Locals also recommend Caru' cu bere as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bucharest. Caru' cu bere is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 30,392 customers.

After dinner, visit QP Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Bucharest. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Zeppelin Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Romania!

On day 5 of your road trip across Romania, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Bucharest. You’ll stay in Bucharest for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Continental Forum Bucuresti, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Bucharest. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,305 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Bucharest is the 5-star The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection®. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,085 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Bucharest is the 3-star MyContinental Bucharest. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,632 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding King Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 59,946 visitors.

Primăveri Palace is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a palace and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,925 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Bucharest Fountains. This must-see tourist destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 9,393 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park. Around 31,317 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Come to Bucharest prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Bucharest.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bucharest.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant Hanu' lui Manuc, after your day of exploring the city of Bucharest. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,726 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Romania.

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Bucharest has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Bucharest by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Bucharest. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary Constitution Square. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,305 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Bucharest is the spectacular Palace of the Parliament. This attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,381 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Carol Park. This urban park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,167 visitors.

Children's World Park is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Bucharest. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,014 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Tineretului Park. Tineretului Park is a park and popular attraction in Bucharest. More than 37,054 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Bucharest does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Bucharest on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Romania, be sure to eat at Excalibur, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Bucharest. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,700 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Control Club is one of the best bars in the city of Bucharest for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,063 customers.

Romanian Craft Beer is another of the most popular bars in the city of Bucharest. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,501 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Bucharest is Distrikt 42. Distrikt 42 has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,865 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Bucharest!

Day 7 of your road trip through Romania gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Bucharest and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Brasov. You will stay in Brasov for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Bucharest is the amazing Romanian Athenaeum. This attraction is a concert hall that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,801 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Cișmigiu Gardens. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,761 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Bucharest is the outstanding Izvor Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 19,208 visitors.

The spectacular "Dimitrie Brândză" Botanical Garden is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 13,482 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Grigore Antipa Natural History Museum. This attraction is a popular natural history museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,850 visitors. Grigore Antipa Natural History Museum hosts around 150,001 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

You can make the most of your new day in Bucharest by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Romania. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Brasov, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Dei Frati, one of the best restaurants in the city of Brasov. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,030 customers.

Locals also recommend La Birou Bistro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brasov. La Birou Bistro is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 968 customers.

After dinner, visit Tipografia, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Brasov. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,566 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Deane's. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,019 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Romania!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Romania, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Brasov. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Sibiu. You’ll stay in Sibiu for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Brasov’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Brasov, start your day with a visit to the amazing Tâmpa. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,855 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Parcul Nicolae Titulescu. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,848 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Brașov city hall to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Brașov city hall is a building that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 16,011 visitors.

The lovely The White Tower is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 2,360 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Brasov has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Sibiu. Sibiu offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Sibiu, the fantastic Music Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,373 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Cafe Wien. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,020 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Romania!

Day 9 of your road trip through Romania gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Sibiu and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Targu Mures. You will stay in Targu Mures for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Sibiu is the amazing The Bridge of Lies. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,296 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, The Large Square. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,039 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Sibiu is the outstanding Citadel Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,572 visitors.

The spectacular Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating protected area and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 21,796 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Sibiu by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Romania. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Targu Mures, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Country Cheese & Wine, one of the best restaurants in the city of Targu Mures. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 124 customers.

Locals also recommend Soul Bistro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Targu Mures. Soul Bistro is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 472 customers.

After dinner, visit Beraria Silva, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Targu Mures. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 553 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The BackStage. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 398 customers.

Alternatively, Luar Yard is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Targu Mures. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 245 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Romania!

Day 10 of your road trip in Romania is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Targu Mures before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Medieval Fortress Târgu Mureș is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Targu Mures. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,071 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Targu Mures and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Romania.

You’ll then say farewell to Targu Mures. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Romania!