5-Day Romania Road Trip from Craiova to Ploiești and Bucharest

Craiova has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,690 visitors.

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 Craiova, Casa Ghincea. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova is Big Ben. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,194 customers.

Locals recommend Epoca Steak House & Wine Bar Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

Craiova also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Craiova is Soho. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 844 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Craiova is Curtea Berarilor Craiova. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 714 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Romania!

Day 2 of your road trip through Romania gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Ploiești for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Craiova is the amazing Craiova's Old Town. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,252 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Nicolae Romanescu Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,785 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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 Ploiești, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant The New London, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ploiești. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,648 customers.

Locals also recommend Bulevard Pub OK as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ploiești. Bulevard Pub OK is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,024 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ploiești is Dublin GrillHouse Pub. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 610 customers.

After dinner, visit The Fable, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ploiești. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 679 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Romania. Today, you'll wake up in Ploiești and embark on a scenic drive to Bucharest, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ploiești and Sinaia 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 Ploiești. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Parcul Regele Mihai I al României. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,914 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Clock Museum in Ploiești. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,644 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Ploiești is the stunning Michael the Brave Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,161 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Sinaia and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Sinaia has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Dimitrie Ghica Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,245 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sinaia Monastery. This monastery and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,361 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Peleș Castle. This castle and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 55,274 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Sinaia, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Bucharest. When you arrive in Bucharest 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 PAPILA. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 805 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Restaurant Hanu' lui Manuc. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,726 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit QP Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bucharest, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Zeppelin Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Zeppelin Pub has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Control Club is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,063 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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Romania, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bucharest. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Craiova. You’ll stay in Craiova for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bucharest’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bucharest, start your day with a visit to the amazing Tineretului Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 35,370 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 29,915 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Cișmigiu Gardens to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Cișmigiu Gardens is a park that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 34,920 visitors.

The lovely King Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 57,016 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bucharest has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Craiova. Craiova 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 Craft. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 988 reviews.

The remarkable Iberico is another top restaurant in Craiova we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Manor Restaurant & Lounge is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 717 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Craiova, the fantastic Steam Punk. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Toska. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Miky's Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 523 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Romania!

Day 5 of your road trip in Romania is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Craiova 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.

Parcul Tineretului is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Craiova. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,134 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Craiova at Curtea Berarilor Craiova before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 714 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Steam Punk for your last chance at a meal in the city of Craiova. The Steam Punk restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Taverna to Petrino. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

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