Visiting Bucharest and have a free day? Check out these day trips!

Bucharest is all energetic and fun, but what do you when you want to relax? It’s simple! Have a day out to discover the surroundings. Trust us: it's amazing! This is why we’ve chosen to tell you about the finest ideas of day trips from Bucharest.

Are you ready to reconnect with the charming nature and discover the country’s cultural heritage? Here is what you get.

A medieval and wild day

Have you ever wondered who is the real-life hero who inspired the legend of Dracula? Want to experience native wildlife in the natural habitat? If you said YES, take this full day tour in Transylvania and you’ll have the opportunity to visit both.

Imagine you enter the famous Bran Castle, a fortress from 14the century with Gothic elements, small windows and a massive wall all around - in the middle of a beautiful landscape. This old medieval fortress was the nighttime residence of the legendary Count Dracula and Queen Marie's house of her heart. Heard some terrifying things about this place? Now it’s time to know the truth: Bram Stoker, the author of Dracula, never visited Romania. He imagined Dracula’s castle based upon a description of Bran Castle that was available to him. That is why you should experience day trips from Bucharest and see it for yourself.

And this is not all for one day!

Enjoy the green scenery of 70 hectares of a carefully groomed sanctuary, Brown Bears, oaks, streams and ponds - the largest of his kind in the entire world. Once you're here, good for you!

A famous movie location

Make a short stop to the impressive Râșnov Fortress. So what it’s all about? This is one of the best preserved peasant fortresses in Transylvania with a remarkable 60‐degree view over Mountains and Brașov. That means you are in the perfect scenery for your Instagram pictures. Then you can visit the museum inside.

And just think about it: this is the fortress where some of the scenes “Cold Mountain” movie was filmed in 2003.

The bohemian town with huge white letters

Finally stop: Brașov! Baroque buildings and churches, picturesque cobblestones, cool air, romantic vibes. Sounds good? Have a coffee or just grab a bench seat and people-watch in the lovely medieval city center.

But wait – there’s more!

The green forest will instantly revitalize you and this is how one of the best day trips from Bucharest should end!

Let’s rewind and see the highlights of day trips from Bucharest:

• Dracula’s Castle in Bran Village
• Libearty Bear Sanctuary Zărnești
• Râșnov Fortress
• Brașov town

Where to stay in Bucharest

If you want to experience day trips from Bucharest at their finest, consider to sleep well before driving out of town. Our Suites are especially perfect for long time accommodation in Bucharest, offering an elegant space, with a bedroom and a large living room. And remember: always check the availability of our rooms if you want to book your place.