6-Day Romania road trip from Craiova to Râmnicu Vâlcea, Bucharest, and Pitesti

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. 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.

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 Restaurant Mignon. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 702 customers.

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

Day 2 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 Craiova and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea. You will stay in Râmnicu Vâlcea 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 Târgul de Crăciun Craiova. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,941 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, English Park. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,317 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Craiova is the outstanding Craiova's Old Town. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,944 visitors.

The spectacular Nicolae Romanescu Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,839 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Zoo Park Craiova. This attraction is a popular zoo that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,274 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Simfonia Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 858 customers.

Locals also recommend Taverna D'Amici as one of the best restaurants in the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea. Taverna D'Amici is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,995 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea is Hanul Haiducilor. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,782 customers.

After dinner, visit Brothers Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,059 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like ClubWinners. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 683 customers.

Alternatively, SOHO PUB is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Râmnicu Vâlcea. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 294 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 Râmnicu Vâlcea 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 Râmnicu Vâlcea and Pasărea 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 Râmnicu Vâlcea. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Cernica monastery. This attraction is a monastery that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,058 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Ferma Animalelor. This attraction, a beloved zoo, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,297 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Pantelimon 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 Pasărea has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Pasărea monastery. This attraction is an orthodox monastery‎ that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,603 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Pasărea, 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 Coftale Specialty Coffee Shop. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,705 customers.

Locals also recommend PAPILA, another of the best restaurants in Bucharest. PAPILA is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 805 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Caru' cu bere. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 30,392 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Origo to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Bucharest, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,167 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like QP Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. QP Pub has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 921 customers.

Zeppelin Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 585 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 Pitesti. You’ll stay in Pitesti 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 Cișmigiu Gardens. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,761 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Tineretului Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 37,054 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 31,317 visitors.

The lovely King Mihai I Park (Herăstrău) CA is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 59,946 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 Grigore Antipa Natural History Museum. This attraction is a natural history museum rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 17,850 reviews. Around 150,001 people come to see this attraction every year.

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 Pitesti. Pitesti 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 Garden Pub. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,034 reviews.

The remarkable La Tuciuri is another top restaurant in Pitesti we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,818 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Casa Argeșeană is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,646 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Pitesti, the fantastic Kell’s Craft Beer. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 578 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Urban Home. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 908 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Cafe des Amis. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 430 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 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 Pitesti and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Craiova. 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 Pitesti is the amazing The Musical Fountain. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,623 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Ștrand Park. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,155 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Pizza Peter's, one of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers.

Locals also recommend Iberico as one of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova. Iberico is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,229 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Craiova is La Rocca Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,177 customers.

After dinner, visit Curtea Berarilor Craiova, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Craiova. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 714 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Steam Punk. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 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 Ambasador Craiova before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 970 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend The Manor Restaurant & Lounge for your last chance at a meal in the city of Craiova. The The Manor Restaurant & Lounge restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 717 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Nobel Cuisine by Andrei Voica. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 620 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!