One-Week Romania Road Trip from Craiova traveling west to Drobeta-Turnu Severin, Timișoara, Sibiu, and Petroșani

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

Craiova has many popular destinations you can explore.

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 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 8-day vacation in Romania!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Drobeta-Turnu Severin. You’ll stay in Drobeta-Turnu Severin 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 Craiova's Old Town. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,944 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Nicolae Romanescu Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,839 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Parcul Tineretului to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Parcul Tineretului is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,313 visitors.

The lovely "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 8,057 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 Drobeta-Turnu Severin. Drobeta-Turnu Severin 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 NEST Hotel & Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 1,017 reviews.

The remarkable Kripton Pub&Grill is another top restaurant in Drobeta-Turnu Severin we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,873 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Good Burger is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 634 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Drobeta-Turnu Severin, the fantastic C’PUB. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 312 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 Drobeta-Turnu Severin and embark on a scenic drive to Timișoara, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Drobeta-Turnu Severin and Caraș-Severin 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 Drobeta-Turnu Severin. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Severin Medieval Fortress. This attraction is a fortress that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,399 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Fântâna Cinetică. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,100 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Drobeta-Turnu Severin is the stunning Water Castle. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,476 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Izvorul Domogled. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 992 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Water mills at Rudăria. This best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,230 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Bigar Cascade Falls. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,969 visitors.

The lovely Izvorul Bigăr is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,137 visitors have left this protected area an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Caraș-Severin County, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Timișoara. When you arrive in Timișoara 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 Neața Omelette Bistro. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,131 customers.

Locals also recommend NARU, another of the best restaurants in Timișoara. NARU is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 852 customers.

After dinner, visit The 80's Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Timișoara, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,176 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Csíki Beer House. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Csíki Beer House has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 562 customers.

Berăria 700 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 3,227 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!

On day 4 of your road trip across Romania, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Timișoara. You’ll stay in Timișoara 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 Koronna, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Timișoara. This hotel has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,080 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Timișoara is the 5-star ZET Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 76 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Timișoara is the 3-star Pacific Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 923 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 in the city of Timișoara, like the outstanding Botanic Park. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,172 visitors.

Orthodox Metropolitan Cathedral is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Timișoara. This incredible attraction is a church and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 5,919 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Timișoara is the extraordinary Roses Park, Timișoara. This rose garden is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 8,554 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Ion Creangă Children's Park. Around 5,304 visitors have given this park an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Banat Village Museum, Timișoara. Banat Village Museum, Timișoara is a popular architectural structure, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,982 travelers.

Come to Timișoara 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 Timișoara.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Papa Sam, after your day of exploring the city of Timișoara. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,043 customers.

Locals recommend The Drunken Rat Pub, one of the best bars in the city of Timișoara, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,371 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Sibiu for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Timișoara today is Victory Square. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,004 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing piața Unirii, an outstanding square, in the city of Timișoara. Around 8,485 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Timișoara is Libertății Square in Timișoara. This amazing attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,504 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Theresia Bastion. This architectural structure and place of interest is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,803 visitors.

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. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. 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 The Citadel of Alba-Carolina for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a top-tier point of interest and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,461 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Sibiu, Music Pub. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,373 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Cafe Wien. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,020 customers.

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

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

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

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park. This protected area and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,796 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Sibiu 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 Castelul Corvinilor (Corvins' Castle) for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 42,003 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Prislop Monastery. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,621 visitors, this monastery deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Romania. Today, you'll wake up in Petroșani and embark on a scenic drive to Craiova, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Petroșani 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 Petroșani. This attraction is an orthodox monastery‎ that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 5,384 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Gate of the Kis. This attraction, a beloved sculpture, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,556 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Petroșani is the stunning Infinity Column. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,088 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Constantin Brâncuşi Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,623 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Gate of the Kis. This sculpture and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,556 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Infinity Column. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,088 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Iberico. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,229 customers.

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

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Taverna to Petrino. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 526 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Steam Punk to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Craiova, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Toska. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Toska has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Miky's 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 523 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 8 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.

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!