Cheap 5-Day Romania Road Trip from Craiova traveling east to Pitesti

Your exciting road trip through Romania starts when you reach the incredible city of Craiova, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Craiova and begin your adventure in Romania.

Craiova is a popular cheap holiday destination in Romania with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Mofleni and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Parcul Tineretului will make your cheap holiday in Romania truly special. This attraction is a fascinating park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,313 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Craiova. An excellent example is the popular Casa Ghincea. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,494 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Romania is Big Ben. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,194 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Craft. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 988 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Epoca Steak House & Wine Bar Restaurant is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,125 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Craiova we recommend is Soho, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 844 customers.

Restaurant Mignon is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 702 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Romania!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Romania, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Craiova and end your day in the city of Pitesti, where you'll stay for 2 nights. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Craiova is the amazing Târgul de Crăciun Craiova. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,941 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible English Park. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,317 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Craiova is likely to make your vacation in Romania even more memorable.

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

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Romania, drop by the popular Nicolae Romanescu Park. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,839 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Zoo Park Craiova. This zoo is a popular attraction rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,274 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Romania. To have the best affordable travel experience in Romania, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Romania unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Romania.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Pitesti. Pitesti is another cheap travel destination in Romania where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Romania can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Pitesti that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Pitesti is Garden Pub. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,034 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Pitesti, La Tuciuri is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,818 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Casa Argeșeană. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Pitesti enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,646 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Pitesti’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Romania. For example, you can visit Kell’s Craft Beer. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 578 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Urban Home. This popular bar in Pitesti has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 908 bar-goers.

You can also go to Cafe des Amis as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Cafe des Amis is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 430 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Romania!

Day 3’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Curtea de Argeș, proving that cheap holidays in Romania can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Curtea de Argeș Monastery. This attraction is a cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,479 travelers.

Your discovery of Curtea de Argeș does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Curtea de Argeș on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Romania.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Romania, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Bistro 27, one of the best restaurants in Pitesti. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,369 reviews.

You can also check out Restaurant Conti. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 791 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is La Butoaie. With an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 2,258 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Pitesti.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Pitesti for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Terasa La George and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 211 customers.

West Bar & Cafe is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 112 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Mansion Pub. Rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 409 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Pitesti.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Pitesti!

On day 4 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Romania, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Pitesti and end your day in the city of Craiova, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Pitesti is the amazing The Musical Fountain. This travel destination is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,623 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Parcul 1907. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,361 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Pitesti is likely to make your vacation in Romania even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Pitesti is the outstanding Ștrand Park. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,155 visitors.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Romania. To have the best affordable travel experience in Romania, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Romania unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Romania.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Craiova. Craiova is another cheap travel destination in Romania where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Romania can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Craiova that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Craiova is Pizza Peter's. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,165 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Craiova, Iberico is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,229 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is La Rocca Restaurant. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Craiova enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,177 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Craiova’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Romania. For example, you can visit Curtea Berarilor Craiova. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 714 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Steam Punk. This popular bar in Craiova has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 678 bar-goers.

You can also go to Miky's Pub as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Miky's Pub is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 523 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Romania!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Romania as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Craiova.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Romania.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Craiova is the remarkable "Alexandru Buia" Botanical Garden. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,057 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Craiova, consider a top-rated restaurant like Restaurant Ambasador Craiova. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 970 customers.

The Manor Restaurant & Lounge is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 717 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Nobel Cuisine by Andrei Voica. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 620 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Romania and your fun memories in Craiova.

You’ll then say farewell to Craiova and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Romania!