Title: Visit Transylvania: Best of Transylvania Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com

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# Transylvania

## Travel Guide

![Piata Mare showing a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6119082/5a7ee871-6864-45a7-98d0-b166e2612c6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Piata Mare showing a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6119082/5a7ee871-6864-45a7-98d0-b166e2612c6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Hunedoara Castle showing a castle and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116536/6c7069bc-7129-4755-b45a-2e607f144ee7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Rasnov Fortress which includes chateau or palace and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6119068/fe709f2d-e686-4298-b4eb-12c55acbf1b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Piata Mare which includes a fountain and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6119082/e8142289-2bf8-4bb7-9b28-e4c95ff9cd96.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Transylvania

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Where to stay

## Transylvania Travel Guide Video

#### Venture into Dracula’s lair, a wild landscape fringed by towering mountains and dotted with medieval villages, lush pastures and Gothic castles.

Few can think of Transylvania without imagining Count Dracula, Bram Stoker’s famous vampire. While the imposing [Bran Castle](https://www.expedia.com/Bran-Castle-Bran.d6119066.Vacation-Attraction) may have been the inspiration for the tale, there is more to the region than this mighty Gothic fortification. Discover a landscape studded with medieval towns and bucolic villages nestled amid the towering, verdant Carpathian Mountains.

Many people start their Transylvania explorations in the irrepressibly pretty town of [Braşov](https://www.expedia.com/Brasov.d6023260.Destination-Travel-Guides), the gateway to the region. Cobbled streets, Old Saxon architecture and charming little cafés create opportunities for a delightful stay. Visit other medieval towns as well. In [Sibiu](https://www.expedia.com/Sibiu.d3091.Destination-Travel-Guides) see pastel-colored houses and Brukenthal Palace art museum. Shop for handmade products in the tiny stores of [Sighișoara](https://www.expedia.com/Sighisoara.d6023262.Destination-Travel-Guides). Tour the Saxon fortified churches at Hărman. These include the largest church of this kind in southeastern Europe, Prejmer.

Bran Castle might be the most famous castle in the region, but it most certainly isn’t the only one. Visit the romantic Corvin Castle, which dates from the 14th century and is located near [Hunedoara](https://www.expedia.com/Hunedoara.d6178825.Destination-Travel-Guides). Spend several hours at [Râșnov Fortress](https://www.expedia.com/Rasnov-Fortress-Rasnov.d6119068.Vacation-Attraction), once used by the Teutonic Knights.

Transylvania is a wild place, where the villages are nestled in the abundant greenery, peaks and valleys of the mountains. Get out and explore wildflower-filled meadows and hardwood forests. Discover the secrets and legends of the region. Wildlife abounds, so watch for brown bears and wolves. Hike in the Apuseni Mountains in the western Carpathians to view some astounding scenery. The ScărișoaraGlacier is one of the largest underground glaciers on the continent and is well worth a visit. The area is also pocked with caves, such as Chiscau Bears' Cave and Vartop Cave.

Catch one of the flights arriving at Transylvania’s Cluj International Airport or fly into [Bucharest](https://www.expedia.com/Bucharest.d719.Destination-Travel-Guides) and travel to Transylvania from there. Trains are an efficient way of getting around within Romania. Take advantage of the excellent guided tours that set off from the larger towns, as these include many of Transylvania’s key sights.

### Where to stay in Transylvania

![Colourfull city in the heart of Romania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981727554/a554474a-0a02-4745-bee1-ed6af7edd4ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Brasov Old Town

4.5/5(81 area reviews)

 Unique features of Brasov Old Town include the historic sites and mountain views. Make a stop by Council Square or Mount Tampa while you're exploring the area. 

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![Colourfull city in the heart of Romania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981727554/a554474a-0a02-4745-bee1-ed6af7edd4ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Brasov City Centre

 Brasov City Centre is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Council Square and Braşov Historical Museum. 

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![#sunrise 🌄](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/860/27312cfe-d425-4cdf-89b1-fe27c5b3a328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Cluj-Napoca City Centre

4.5/5(20 area reviews)

 Cluj-Napoca City Centre is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Unirii Square and National History Museum of Transylvania. 

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![Piata Mare which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6119082/5661f413-cba3-40fa-8af4-cd636371d4cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Sibiu Old Town

5/5(32 area reviews)

 Sibiu Old Town is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Piata Mare and Council Tower. 

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![National Theatre in Cluj Napoca, Romania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/860/ebd26625-7900-4331-b147-bdc4d80b4d04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Old Town Cluj-Napoca

4/5(9 area reviews)

 If you're spending some time in Old Town Cluj-Napoca, Unirii Square and National History Museum of Transylvania are top sights worth seeing. 

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![Sibiu,Transylvania, Romania, main square ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635964998476/c4266abd-d4db-47f6-8c9c-6ac525cf6d37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Sibiu Center

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

 If you're spending some time in Sibiu Center, Radu Stanca National Theater and Museum of Hunting Arms & Trophies are top sights worth seeing. 

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- Transylvania Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Transylvania

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Casa Wagner Brasov

Piata Sfatului 5 Brasov Brasov County

$56 nightly

$68 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brasov. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...

9/10 Wonderful! (494 reviews)

Amazing beautifully decorated old building on the town square!

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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Hotel Gott

Str Johann Gott 2 Brasov 

$71 nightly

$85 total

Feb 10 - Feb 11

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Brasov. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Reduta Cultural Centre and Hirscher ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (98 reviews)

The staff were really friendly, the room was clean, excellent location, right next to the square and the buffet selection was really good.

Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025

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Hampton by Hilton Cluj-Napoca

B-dul 21 Decembrie 1989 nr.67 Cluj-Napoca 

$88 nightly

$99 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (515 reviews)

Clean, cozy, great location

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026

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Safrano Palace

Strada Piata Sfatului Brasov Brasov

Book a stay at this ski apartment in Brasov. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Mureşenilor House Memorial ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (139 reviews)

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Brasov Holiday Apartments

Strada Egretei Nr. 3 Brasov 

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9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)

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كل شئ رائع جدا تشعر كأنك في بيتك منزل نظيف جدا جدا

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The Alley by Kanopian

6C Str. Zaharia Stancu Brasov BV

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9.8/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)

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## Cities near Transylvania

![Panorama view of Romanian town Baia Mare](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/498/e247fc1f-395b-41a1-9b07-8c80c52c7369.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Baia Mare

![Cluj-Napoca](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/860/69a59688-c15c-42c1-a7fd-d1b2a92a1e19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Cluj-Napoca

![Oradea which includes a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2675/d9b387a6-a8c9-47f8-854c-5852fa3b36c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Oradea

![Romania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3091/4ac409e5-dd7c-49d5-9409-1118b3a47384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Sibiu

- Cities near Transylvania
- Places of interest

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