9-Day Romania Road Trip from Cluj-Napoca traveling north to Sibiu, Târgu Mureș, and Baia Mare

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 3 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 Unirii Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,190 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.

Locals also enjoy Che Guevara Social Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,589 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Romania!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Cluj Napoca has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Cluj Napoca by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Cluj Napoca. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Cluj Napoca, like the extraordinary Iuliu Hațieganu Sports Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,541 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Cluj Napoca is the spectacular Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,856 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Alexandru Borza Botanical Garden. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,980 visitors.

"Dormition of the Mother of God" Metropolitan Cathedral is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This church is a popular destination among visitors in Cluj Napoca. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,487 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Cetățuia Park. Cetățuia Park is a park and popular attraction in Cluj Napoca. More than 11,014 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Cluj Napoca does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Cluj Napoca on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Romania, be sure to eat at Tokyo Japanese Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Cluj Napoca. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,508 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Cluj Napoca is the popular GARLIC - bites&tales. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 986 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Cluj Napoca is Roots Urban Tastery. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 865 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Klausen Pubhouse is one of the best bars in the city of Cluj Napoca for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,736 customers.

Shadow Cafe-Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Cluj Napoca. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,086 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Cluj Napoca is Enigma. Enigma has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,547 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Cluj Napoca!

Day 3 of your road trip through Romania gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Sibiu for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Cluj Napoca is the amazing Arboretum Park Simeria. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,145 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Castelul Corvinilor (Corvins' Castle). With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 38,054 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Cluj Napoca is the outstanding Prislop Monastery. This popular monastery and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 20,503 visitors.

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 Sibiu, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try La Cuptor, one of the best restaurants in the city of Sibiu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,526 customers.

Locals also recommend Cafe Wien as one of the best restaurants in the city of Sibiu. Cafe Wien is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,020 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Sibiu is Supporter Sports Pub & Grill. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,242 customers.

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

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

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 Cluj Napoca. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Targu Mures. You’ll stay in Targu Mures 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 The Bridge of Lies. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,633 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating The Large Square. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,318 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Citadel Park to make the most of your road trip across Romania. The spectacular Citadel Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,239 visitors.

The lovely Dumbrava Sibiului Natural Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 20,525 visitors have left this protected area average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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 Targu Mures. Targu Mures 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 Piaf Cafe. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,129 reviews.

The remarkable La Piazzetta is another top restaurant in Targu Mures we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 993 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Nivo Resto Lounge is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 919 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Targu Mures, the fantastic The Office - Clubul Presei. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 711 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful G. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 559 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Romania!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Romania. Today, you'll wake up in Târgu Mureș and embark on a scenic drive to Baia Mare, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Târgu Mureș and Maramureș 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 Târgu Mureș. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Zoo Tîrgu Mureș. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,621 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Medieval Fortress Târgu Mureș. This attraction, a beloved top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,267 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Târgu Mureș is the stunning Platoul Cornesti. This plateau and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,502 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Rohia Monastery. This attraction is a monastery that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,396 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Museum of Mineralogy. This museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,753 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Mara Park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,111 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Maramureș County, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Baia Mare. When you arrive in Baia Mare 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 Barbarossa. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,724 customers.

After dinner, visit Office Pub to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Baia Mare, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,306 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Oak. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Oak has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 753 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!

You still have 2 nights left in Baia Mare.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Bârsana Monastery. This incredible attraction is a place of worship and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 17,317 visitors.

Saint Stephen Tower is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,217 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Parcul Municipal Regina Maria. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,958 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding County Museum of Ethnography and Folklore. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,551 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 Baia Mare.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Baia Mare, like The Oak. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 753 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Baia Mare, Sahara Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 521 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Colonello. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 119 customers.

Scottish Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Baia Mare. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 642 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Baia Mare.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Peri-Săpânţa Monastery. This incredible attraction is a romanian orthodox church and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,814 visitors.

Merry Cemetery is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,438 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Memorial to the Victims of Communism and of the Resistance. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,407 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Maramureș Village Museum. This museum and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,038 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 Baia Mare.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Baia Mare, like Sahara Pub. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 521 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Baia Mare, MrBiliard. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Pick-up Narghila Baia Mare. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 217 customers.

La Cimballi is another of the best bars in the city of Baia Mare. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 320 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Cluj Napoca for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Jibou Botanical Garden. This excellent attraction is a botanical garden that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,576 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. 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 Nicula Monastery for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a monastery and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,082 visitors.

This outstanding salt mine has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 26,362 travelers.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Cluj Napoca, London Brothers. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 736 customers.

Locals recommend Klausen Burger as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cluj Napoca. Klausen Burger is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,882 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cluj Napoca is Café Bulgakov. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,000 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Cluj Napoca, Charlie. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,712 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Irish & Music Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,594 customers.

Casa Maramureșeană is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Cluj Napoca. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,549 customers.

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

Day 9 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 4,176 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 Roata before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,229 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Jaxx for your last chance at a meal in the city of Cluj Napoca. The Jaxx restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,258 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!