Why visit
Romania is Transylvania's Bran Castle, painted monasteries of Bucovina, the Carpathians, and Bucharest's Belle Époque core. Underrated and genuinely affordable.
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Romania
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How to use this result
Use it as a country shortlist
Romania works best as a first-pass travel idea. Start with the region, season, and themes on this page, then compare flights, entry rules, safety guidance, and local transport before treating it as a real option.
Compare the capital and side trips
Use Bucharest as the administrative starting point, then check whether the strongest trip idea is actually the capital, a coastal area, a nature route, or another city in Romania.
At a glance
Location
46.0°, 25.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
238,391 km²
92,043 mi²
Country population
19.1 million
80/km²
Subregion
Southeast Europe
Currency
Romanian leu (lei)
RON
Dial
+40
Language
Romanian
Demonym
Romanian
Internet
.ro
UN
Member state
ISO code
RO / ROU
Where in the world
46.0° - 25.0°
Romania
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Did you know
- The Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest is the heaviest building in the world at 4.1 million tonnes, and the second-largest by floor area after the Pentagon.
- Transfăgărășan mountain road was called "the best road in the world" by Top Gear: it climbs to 2,042 m through the Carpathians.
- Bram Stoker's Dracula was inspired by 15th-century Wallachian prince Vlad III: Bran Castle near Brașov is marketed as his, though he likely never lived there.
Bordering Romania
Traveler notes
- Transfăgărășan Road is one of Europe's great drives (open Jul–Oct)
- Schengen (limited membership 2024)
- Bear and wolf populations are Europe's largest
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Bucharest, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Romania
What is the capital of Romania?
Bucharest is the capital of Romania.
What currency does Romania use?
Romania uses the Romanian leu (lei), ISO code RON.
What languages are spoken in Romania?
The primary language is Romanian.
Is Romania landlocked?
No, Romania has a coastline.
What countries border Romania?
Romania borders Bulgaria, Hungary, Moldova, Serbia, Ukraine.
What is the international calling code for Romania?
The calling code is +40.
When is the best time to visit Romania?
May–Oct. Check current weather and local events before booking.
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