Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Cluj-Napoca

Transylvania's lively student city.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Cluj-Napoca

Day 1

  1. MorningStart at St. Michael's Church and the Matthias Corvinus statue on Union Square.
  2. AfternoonWander the Botanical Garden, then climb Cetățuia hill for the city view.
  3. EveningJoin the students in the courtyard bars and cafés of the old town.

Day 2

Visit the Turda Salt Mine or the Hoia Forest.

What to eat

Varză à la Cluj, layered cabbage and meat, and a papanași for dessert.

Local tips

Make the most of Cluj-Napoca

Beat the crowds

Cluj is a lively student city, busiest during its big summer festivals.

Best photo spot

The Gothic St. Michael's church on Unirii Square, and the city from the Cetățuia hill.

Getting there

The airport is about 20 minutes from the centre. The old town is walkable.

Don't miss nearby

The Turda salt mine, a huge underground hall with a lake and a Ferris wheel, about 40 minutes away.

Good to know

Cluj hosts big music and film festivals in summer, when prices rise. The botanical garden is one of the best in the region.

Secret spots

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Plan your visit

Getting to Cluj-Napoca

Getting there

  • Cluj Airport (CLJ)5 km away
  • Sibiu Airport (SBZ)115 km away
  • Sibiu115 km away
  • Brașov195 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forFood, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryRomania

Questions

Cluj-Napoca: good to know

Is Cluj-Napoca worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like food and historic old towns. Transylvania's lively student city.

How many days do you need in Cluj-Napoca?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Cluj-Napoca?

You can visit all year. Cluj is a lively student city, busiest during its big summer festivals.

How do you get to Cluj-Napoca?

The nearest airport is Cluj Airport (CLJ), about 5 km away. The airport is about 20 minutes from the centre. The old town is walkable.

What is there to see near Cluj-Napoca?

Nearby hidden places include Sighișoara (109 km), Sibiu (115 km) and Transfăgărășan Road (151 km).

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