Romania
Romania
A country with beautiful mountain views, traditional roots, a plethora of museums and art galleries, and was the inspiration for Bram Stoker's Dracula; Explore more in this travel guide to Romania.
Location
Located in Eastern Europe, Romania is proud of its culture and country which is displayed through the variety of festivals, music, and events held throughout the year. Each season, offers something unique and memorable for your adventure.
Use this travel guide to Romania to help plan your trip!
What to Expect in Romania
Languages
Romanian is the official language, however English is growing in presence throughout the region with Bucharest and Iasi having the most English speakers. If you would like to venture beyond the common tourist villages, it will be beneficial to know some basic phrases in Romanian or have access to a translator.
Currency
The official currency used in Romania Lei.
Outlets
Type C and F
Transportation
axis, the Metro, the bus, walking, cable cars, Lime/Bolt scooters, and Uber, are all available to help you get around the cities and your destinations.
Safety
As a solo female traveler, I felt relatively safe walking around the main cities and smaller villages by myself throughout the day. In the main cities, the sidewalks are well maintained and lit and people can be found out late into the evening. Be aware that there are Romanians and Roma population that will sometimes come up and ask for money.
My Favorite Memories
Celebrating Halloween at Bran's Castle in Transylvania with my colleagues. Here, we met people from around the world!
Catching a glimpse of a bear up close while traveling on the Transfăgărășan road, winding through the mountains.
Successfully ordering and navigating around in Romanian, putting my language skills to the test.
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