6-Day Romania road trip from Craiova to Târgu Jiu, Hateg, and Petroșani

Craiova has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Parcul Tineretului. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,313 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 Craft as one of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 988 customers.

Craiova also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Craiova is Epoca Steak House & Wine Bar Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,125 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Craiova is Soho. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 844 customers.

Locals also enjoy Curtea Berarilor Craiova. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 714 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Romania!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Târgu Jiu. You’ll stay in Târgu Jiu for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Craiova’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Craiova, start your day with a visit to the amazing Târgul de Crăciun Craiova. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,941 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating English Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,317 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Craiova's Old Town to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Craiova's Old Town is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,944 visitors.

The lovely Nicolae Romanescu Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 16,839 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Craiova has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Târgu Jiu. Târgu Jiu 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 Restaurant Casa Vera. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,349 reviews.

The remarkable Terasa ANNA is another top restaurant in Târgu Jiu we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,975 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ambasador is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,316 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Târgu Jiu, the fantastic IRISH PUB (Colofan SRL). This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 494 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Renato HOUSE. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 204 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Traby. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 191 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Romania!

Day 3 of your road trip through Romania gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Hateg for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Deva is the amazing Bolii Cave. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,903 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible top-tier point of interest, Banita Gorges. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,091 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Deva is the outstanding Ulpia Traiana Sarmizegetusa. This popular ancient city and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 8,521 visitors.

The spectacular Prislop Monastery is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating monastery and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 22,621 visitors.

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

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

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Petroșani. You’ll stay in Petroșani for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Deva’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Deva, start your day with a visit to the amazing Castelul Corvinilor (Corvins' Castle). This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 42,003 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Fortress of Deva. This castle and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 11,055 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Citadel Park to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Citadel Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,014 visitors.

The lovely Statue of Decebal is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,947 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Arboretum Park Simeria. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 3,427 reviews.

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

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Romania!

Day 5 of your road trip through Romania gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Craiova for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Târgu Jiu is the amazing Defileul Jiului National Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,230 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible sculpture, Gate of the Kis. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,556 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Târgu Jiu is the outstanding Table of Silence. This popular sculpture and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,626 visitors.

The spectacular Infinity Column is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,088 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Iberico, one of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers.

Locals also recommend The Manor Restaurant & Lounge as one of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova. The Manor Restaurant & Lounge is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 717 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova is Taverna to Petrino. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 526 customers.

After dinner, visit Steam Punk, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Craiova. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Toska. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Alternatively, Miky's Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Craiova. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 523 customers.

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

Day 6 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.

"Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,057 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 Restaurant Baba Novac before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 531 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Dong Fang Restaurant Chinezesc for your last chance at a meal in the city of Craiova. The Dong Fang Restaurant Chinezesc restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 190 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Excelsior. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 458 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!