7-Day Romania road trip from Cluj Napoca to Sibiu, Brasov, and Sighișoara

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

Cluj Napoca has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,801 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 Cluj Napoca, Samsara Foodhouse - Cluj restaurant plant-based. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,806 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cluj Napoca is Tortelli Pasta Bar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,372 customers.

Locals recommend Olivo Caffe & Bistro as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cluj Napoca. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,251 customers.

Cluj Napoca also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Cluj Napoca is Café Bulgakov. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,000 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Cluj Napoca is The Soviet. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,778 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-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 Cluj Napoca. 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 Cluj Napoca’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Cluj Napoca, start your day with a visit to the amazing "Dormition of the Mother of God" Metropolitan Cathedral. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,650 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cetățuia Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 11,428 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Ethnographic Park Romulus Vuia to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Ethnographic Park Romulus Vuia is an open-air museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,620 visitors.

The lovely Iuliu Hațieganu Sports Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 4,689 visitors have left this park 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 Alexandru Borza Botanical Garden. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 15,951 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Cluj Napoca 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 3 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 Brasov. You will stay in Brasov for 2 nights. 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 must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,296 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing 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 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!

You still have 1 night left in Brasov.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Bran Castle. This incredible attraction is a castle and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 91,758 visitors.

Seven Ladders Canyon is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,080 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Feldioara Citadel. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,906 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Rupea Citadel. This citadel and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,082 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Romania to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Brasov.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Brasov, like Ograda. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 634 customers.

Sergiana is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Brasov. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,397 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Brasov, Kasho Lounge. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,452 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Jamaica. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,681 customers.

Aftăr Stube is another of the best bars in the city of Brasov. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,141 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Romania!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 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 Sighișoara. You’ll stay in Sighișoara 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 Brașov city hall. This building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 16,011 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Parcul Nicolae Titulescu to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Parcul Nicolae Titulescu is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,848 visitors.

The lovely Parcul Sportiv is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 3,753 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 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 Sighișoara. Sighișoara 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 Gasthaus Altepost Restaurant Traditional. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,549 reviews.

The remarkable MYstical transylvania is another top restaurant in Sighișoara we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 251 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Joseph Haydn house is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 210 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Sighișoara, the fantastic Restaurant La Perla. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,491 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Venesis House. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 579 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Vintage Lounge. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 673 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Romania!

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Romania. Today, you'll wake up in Sighișoara and embark on a scenic drive to Cluj Napoca, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Sighișoara and Târgu Mureș 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 Sighișoara. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful The Clock Tower. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,985 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible The Covered Stairway. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,635 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Sighișoara is the stunning Biserica din Deal (Sf. Nicolae). This church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 726 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Targu Mures 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 Târgu Mureș has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Medieval Fortress Târgu Mureș. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,071 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Platoul Cornesti. This plateau and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,030 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Târgu Mureș Palace of Culture. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,746 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Târgu Mureș, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Cluj Napoca. When you arrive in Cluj Napoca 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 Tokyo Japanese Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,508 customers.

Locals also recommend GARLIC - bites&tales, another of the best restaurants in Cluj Napoca. GARLIC - bites&tales is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Roots Urban Tastery. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 865 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Che Guevara Social Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Cluj Napoca, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,589 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Klausen Pubhouse. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Klausen Pubhouse has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,736 customers.

Shadow Cafe-Bar 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 2,086 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!

Day 7 of your road trip in Romania is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Cluj Napoca 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.

Students' Cultural House is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Cluj Napoca. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,436 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Cluj Napoca at London Brothers before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Klausen Burger for your last chance at a meal in the city of Cluj Napoca. The Klausen Burger restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,882 customers.

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