7-Day Romania Road Trip from Iași to Focșani, Bucharest, and Galați

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

Iași has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Palas Public Garden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,422 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.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Iași is Pleiada Boutique Hotel. This 5-star hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,275 guests.

We also recommend the best 4-star accommodations, like Bellaria Hotel. This hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,315 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Iași is Hotel Arnia. This 3-star hotel is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,118 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Iași, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Iași, Vivo. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,544 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Iași is Beer Zone. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,755 customers.

Locals recommend Toujours as one of the best restaurants in the city of Iași. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,189 customers.

Iași also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Iași is Bistro "La noi". This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 637 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 Iași. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Focșani. You’ll stay in Focșani for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Iași’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Iași, start your day with a visit to the amazing Metropolitan Cathedral Iasi. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,151 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Anastasie Fătu Botanical Garden. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,505 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Copou Park to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Copou Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,233 visitors.

The lovely Palace of Culture is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,212 visitors have left this national museum average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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

Alternatively, check out one of the best 4-star hotel options in Focșani, like Green Park Boutique Hotel.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Intim. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,760 reviews.

The remarkable Green Paradise Laguna is another top restaurant in Focșani we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 757 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Wassermann Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 744 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Focșani, the fantastic Apollo Club Focsani. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Havana. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 362 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Romania!

You’ll stay in Bucharest for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore today is Vulcanii Noroioși Pâclele Mari. This excellent attraction is a park that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,425 visitors.

Around 7,244 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Romania, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Romania. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Snagov Forest for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,124 visitors.

This outstanding park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,904 travelers.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Bucharest is the 4-star hotel Hotel Berthelot. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,833 guests.

Or, you could enjoy a stay at an exclusive 5-star hotel. The Radisson BLU Bucharest is a luxurious place to stay in the city of Bucharest. This hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,165 guests.

If you’re looking for the best cheap hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star hotel Ambiance Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,817 guests.

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

Locals 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.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bucharest is Restaurant Hanu' lui Manuc. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,726 customers.

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

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Zeppelin Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 585 customers.

Control Club is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Bucharest. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,063 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Romania with a toast!

On day 4 of your road trip across Romania, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Iași. You’ll stay in Iași for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Hotel Berthelot, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Iași. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,833 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Iași is the 5-star Radisson BLU Bucharest. The hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,165 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Iași is the 3-star Ambiance Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,817 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 57,016 visitors.

Grigore Antipa Natural History Museum is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a natural history museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,151 visitors. Up to 150,001 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Romanian Athenaeum. This concert hall is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 11,867 visitors.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Cișmigiu Gardens. Around 34,920 visitors have given Cișmigiu Gardens park an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Come to Iași 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 Iași.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Excalibur, after your day of exploring the city of Iași. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,700 customers.

Romanian Craft Beer is another of the best restaurants in the city of Iași. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,501 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Iași is Distrikt 42. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,865 customers.

Locals recommend The PUB Bucharest, one of the best bars in the city of Iași, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,495 customers.

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

Day 5 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 Iași and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Galați. You will stay in Galați for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Iași is the amazing Izvor Park. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 18,384 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible urban park, Carol Park. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,216 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Iași is the outstanding Tineretului Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 35,370 visitors.

The spectacular Children's World Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,601 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 29,915 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Iași 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 Galați, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Galați is the 3-star Hotel City Break. This hotel has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 401 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 4-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Terra Clinique Hotel is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 928 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Citadel Aparthotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 80 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Daily Pub, one of the best restaurants in the city of Galați. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,536 customers.

Locals also recommend 55 PUB as one of the best restaurants in the city of Galați. 55 PUB is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 619 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Galați is C House Lounge Cafe. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

After dinner, visit Union Jack, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Galați. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,303 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Romania. Today, you'll wake up in Galați and embark on a scenic drive to Iași, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Galați 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 Galați. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,067 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Faleza Dunării. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,694 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Galați is the stunning The Unwashed Girl (Sculptor Constantin Baraschi). This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 627 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in Galați. The popular Grădina Publică is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Leisure Park COPOU. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,343 visitors.

A frequently recommended hotel in the city of Iași is the 4-star Bellaria Hotel. This hotel offers plenty of functional amenities and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,315 guests.

If you’d rather stay at the best 5-star hotel in Iași, we recommend Pleiada Boutique Hotel. This luxurious hotel promises guests a pleasant stay in the city and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,275 guests.

A top-rated budget hotel that is popular among travelers in Iași is the 3-star Hotel Arnia. This hotel is a practical place to stay in the city and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,118 guests.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Cuib. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 958 customers.

Locals also recommend Bistro "La noi", another of the best restaurants in Iași. Bistro "La noi" is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 637 customers.

After dinner, visit Mamma Mia to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Iași, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,081 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Cafeneaua Piața Unirii. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Cafeneaua Piața Unirii has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,241 customers.

Legend Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,807 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 Iași 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.

Sabin Bălaşa Frescoes Gallery is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Iași. This best-rated sightseeing destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 688 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Iași at Bindu before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 572 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Mamma Mia for your last chance at a meal in the city of Iași. The Mamma Mia restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,081 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Oscar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,875 customers.

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