7-Day Romania Road Trip from Craiova traveling west to Băile Herculane, Deva, Hateg, and Târgu Jiu

Craiova has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Nicolae Romanescu Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,839 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 7-day vacation in Romania!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Băile Herculane. You’ll stay in Băile Herculane 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 English Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,317 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Craiova's Old Town. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,944 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Târgul de Crăciun Craiova to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Târgul de Crăciun Craiova is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,941 visitors.

The lovely Art museum of Craiova is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,250 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.7 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 Parcul Tineretului. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,313 reviews.

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 Băile Herculane. Băile Herculane 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!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Romania. Today, you'll wake up in Băile Herculane and embark on a scenic drive to Deva, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Băile Herculane and Timișoara 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 Băile Herculane. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Hercules' statue. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,753 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Izvorul Domogled. This attraction, a beloved must-see tourist destination, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 992 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Băile Herculane is the stunning Crucea Albă. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 368 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Timișoara 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 Timișoara has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable piața Unirii. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 8,485 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible The Old Town of Timișoara. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,594 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Victory Square. This square and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,004 visitors.

The lovely Roses Park, Timișoara is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 8,554 visitors have left this rose garden an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Timișoara, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Deva. When you arrive in Deva you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

After dinner, visit Pizzeria Casa Rustica to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Deva, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,393 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Fischer's Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Fischer's Pub has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 511 customers.

Cofetaria ARTA 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 548 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 4 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 Hateg. 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 Sibiu is the amazing Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park. This attraction is a protected area that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 21,796 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist 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 The Bridge of Lies. This popular best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,296 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 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 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 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 Prislop Monastery to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Prislop Monastery is a monastery that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 22,621 visitors.

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 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!

You’ll stay in Craiova for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Târgu Jiu today is Gate of the Kis. This excellent attraction is a sculpture that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,556 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Table of Silence, an outstanding sculpture, in the town of Târgu Jiu. Around 1,626 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the town of Târgu Jiu is Infinity Column. This amazing attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,088 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 town, 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 One Tree Monastery for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a place of worship and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 3,114 visitors.

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

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

Locals 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 one of the top bars in the city of Craiova, Steam Punk. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Toska. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 563 customers.

Miky's Pub is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Craiova. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 523 customers.

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

Day 7 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!