Transylvania, Romania
Medieval Brașov and Sighișoara, Bran Castle, the fortified Saxon villages, Carpathian hikes and the brown-bear hides near Zărnești.
Curated by Epic Itineraries · 19 saved links · updated 26 June 2026
Places in this collection
Sights (110)
- Piata Sfatului, Brasov
- Bran Castle
- Peleş Castle, Sinaia
- Piatra Craiului National Park, Brașov
Areas (61)
- Brașov
- Brașov, Transylvania
- Sighișoara, Transylvania
- Transylvania
Food & drink (25)
- Bella Muzica, Brasov
- Casa Tudor, Brasov
- Am Rosenanger, Brasov
- Basarabia in Bucate, Brasov
Getting around (16)
- Brasov Train Station, Braşov
- Transfăgărășan
- Aeroportul Internațional Avram Iancu, Cluj-Napoca
- Brașov Airport, Brașov
Stays (8)
- Cabana Curmătura, Piatra Craiului
- Dealu Verde guesthouse
- Nomad Eco Village, Brașov
- Plaiul Foii Lodge, Plaiul Foii
Things to do (4)
- La Lanțuri, Piatra Craiului
- Strand Durgău, Turda
- The Spoonman’s Shop, Sighişoara
- Time Tunnel, Bran
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Where this comes from
19 saved links · 9 articles · 4 activities · 2 restaurants · 2 stays · 2 videos · from lonelyplanet.com, romanianfriend.com and 14 more
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The 15 best things to do in Transylvania, Romania
Discover the best things to do in Transylvania, including visiting storybook castles, exploring medieval cities and hiking dramatic mountains.
lonelyplanet.com - Article
Visiting Transylvania: 10 things to know
Transylvania is known as the mysterious land of bloodthirsty vampires and howling wolves. Some may think it’s fictional, but this central Romanian region is a real place. And it’s pretty special.
lonelyplanet.com 
ArticleUltimate Brasov Travel Guide: 15+ Things to Do, Transport, Day Trips, and More
If you’ve been to Bucharest, checked out Cluj Napoca, and can’t wait to tick Transylvania off your to-do list, look no further — this Brasov travel guide has everything you need to plan the perfect trip! Alright, enough...
adventureswithluda.com- Article
SIGHISOARA medieval citadel in Transylvania, visitor information
Town of SIGHISOARA in Transylvania, visitor information. Places to see and things to do in Sighisoara.
romaniatourism.com 
ArticleA Complete Guide to Transylvania’s Fortified Churches
Discover Transylvania’s fortified churches, the largest collection of medieval defensive churches in the world. Plan your visit today!
holidaytoromania.com
ArticleThe Ultimate Travel Guide To Transylvania 2026 - Balkan Trails
Planning a trip to Transylvania? Practical guide from a local expert covering where to base yourself, how to reach it, and what no other article tells you.
balkantrails.com
ArticlePiatra Craiului Hiking Guide, Best Trails, Routes and Tips (2026)
Complete hiking guide to Piatra Craiului National Park. Best trails for all levels, how to get there from Brașov, the ridge traverse, Zărnești Gorge, Curmătura Chalet, and practical tips from a local UIMLA certified guide.
romania-mountains.com
ArticlePiatra Craiului Brasov Day Hike: A Sustainable Outdoor Adventure
Visiting Brașov and keen to experience the Carpathian Mountains rather than Dracula's Castle? Check out this day hike and other cool things to see and do in Brașov.
minimalistjourneys.com
ArticleHow to Book a Brown Bear Watching Tour from Brasov
Romania has 6,000 brown bears, most of them around Brasov. Here is exactly how to book a forest-hide tour, what to wear, and the months to avoid.
happytovisit.com
FoodBest Restaurants in Brasov & Where To Eat Out
The Best Restaurants in Brasov Old Town including for traditional cuisine. Some are great for lunch out and others for a more formal dinner.
rjontour.com- Activity
Bear watching experience short-trip near Brasov
Book this unique bear watching experience in Brasov, Transylvania, with a licensed wildlife researcher as a guide. Safe observation and bear watching (almost) guaranteed!
romanianfriend.com - Activity
Hiking day tour from Brasov to Piatra Craiului National Park
On this day trip you will hike in the most beautiful parts of the Romanian Carpathian Mountains, pass through a gorge and see local life!
romanianfriend.com - Activity
Home – Bran Castle - Bran Castle
Royal by Day,Wicked by NightRoyal by Day,Wicked by NightRoyal by Day,Wicked by Night Welcome to Bran Castle! We invite you to experience the history, myth, intrigue and magic of this wonderful place. We hope you will always carry with you the spirit that makes us love Bran Castle. The most famous castle in Romania in the worldAlways openfrom Romania in the world645
bran-castle.com 
ActivityVisit the Sanctuary
Visit the Libearty Bear Sanctuary Find out here if a visit to the bears matches your… tourist style! You can visit the Libearty sanctuary from Tuesday to Sunday. On Mondays it’s always closed for maintenance! Children under five years are not allowed inside the “Libearty” Bear Sanctuary, for safety reasons, for
millionsoffriends.org
StayHotel – Bella Muzica | Hotel & Restaurant Brasov
A boutique hotel inside a renovated 400-year-old building right on Brașov's main square, steps from the Black Church — the most central base for exploring the old town on foot.
bellamuzica.ro- Stay
Viscri 125 — Restored Saxon Guesthouse
A restored Saxon farmhouse guesthouse in the UNESCO village of Viscri, with traditional furniture, hand-woven carpets, an organic garden and home-cooked Saxon meals — a quiet rural counterpoint to Brașov.
viscri125.ro 
FoodRestaurante Sergiana Brașov - Bucătărie Tradițională și Internațională
Descoperă restaurantele Sergiana din Brasov si mâncarea gustoasă! Bucură-te de o ofertă variată, de la bucătăria tradițională românească la delicatese internaționale. Livrare rapidă și sigură disponibilă prin Sdelivery. Rezervă acum sau comandă online!
sergiana.ro
VideoROMANIA | The Country Europe ‘Hid’ From You: The Mystery Beyond Dracula | Travel Documentary
A 53-minute travel documentary that goes well beyond the Dracula cliché into Transylvania's towns, mountains and Saxon heritage — the best long watch to set the mood before the flight.
youtube.com
Video4k Walking Tour of Brasov, Romania (Ultra HD, 60fps) - Summer Walk in City Center
A 30-minute, real-time 4K walk through Brașov's old town in summer — Piața Sfatului, the Black Church and Strada Republicii — so you can see exactly what the medieval centre looks like before you go.
youtube.com
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