Situated approximately 100 kilometres from Bucharest, the alpine city of Sinaia is renowned for its fairytale scenery and medieval castles. Dating back to 1695 when the Knight, Mihai Cantacuzino constructed his monastery in the Transylvanian mountains, it was the arrival of the railways across Eastern Europe that saw the town grow during the 19th century. Today, the city remains a snowy retreat for families in search of winter sports, hiking and traditional Romanian countryside.
One of the main attractions in Sinaia is it’s picturesque Transylvanian architecture. The most famous structure is perhaps Peleș Castle, also known as Dracula’s Castle, built by the first King of Romania, Carol l. Inside the renaissance-era building you’ll find art exhibitions featuring works by Gustav Klimt and silverware once owned by the Romanian royal family. Elsewhere, the Sinaia Monastery remains a must see landmark, perched amid the mountain landscape of the city.
There’s many things to do in Sinaia, from skiing and mountain biking to more cultural excursions. Head to the former home of Romanian composer George Enescu to gain a deeper insight into the region or spend an afternoon in one of the city’s many coffee houses. Elsewhere, the Franz Joseph and Saint Annes Cliffs or the cable car to the summit of the Bucegi Mountains offer awe-inspiring views of the surrounding scenery. Alternatively, modern Sinaia is now home to contemporary restaurants and nightclubs, catered to delicious meals and cocktails, the best being Club 798.
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| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | € 10 = £8.46 |
| Language | Romanian |
| Average weekend price | £71 per night |
| Average weekday price | £74 per night |
| Typical stay | 1 night |
Pelisor Castle
0.9 miles from city centre
Peles Castle
0.8 miles from city centre
We visited in May.
23 May 2024
We visited in May. There's really nothing to do there apart from visit Peles Castle. They basically roll the pavements up about 7pm. Wish we had stayed another day in Brasov and travelled in for a half day trip to see the castle.
Sinaia is a place to go for skiing maybe and visiting the...
16 February 2024
Sinaia is a place to go for skiing maybe and visiting the famous Peles and Pelisor castles. Other than that, the resort is dirty, sad looking and very crowded. The air seems very polluted so you’ll not be getting that fresh mountain air you want. I would go through Sinaia again, but not to stay.
A beautiful city any time of the year.
7 January 2024
A beautiful city any time of the year. We went during December and it was amazing, the decorations were beautiful, the city hall looks like a small castle and the trees were all with charismas lights. Beautiful place to stay and one can do a lot of stuff, visiting castles, taking long walks, plus there are plenty of places with good food.
Great place for weekend escapes with family or friends.
3 January 2024
Great place for weekend escapes with family or friends. Plenty of local cuisine restaurants and huge number of places to stay at a very reasonable price. The only bad thing is the traffic, expect up to 2-3 hours in standstill traffic while travelling to Sinaia.
A stunning place to visit!
1 October 2023
A stunning place to visit! Gorgeous setting in the mountains and lots to see while you're there. We loved Peles and Pelisor castles and their fairytale setting. Our accommodation Casa Larisa was incredible and we enjoyed a delicious meal at Forest Restaurant. Cofetaria Palace in the park makes a tasty smoothie and tempting ice cream and cafe treats. Loved it in the summer and imagine its beuatiful in winter too!
Charming town with fresh and tasty air, many cafe and...
29 September 2023
Charming town with fresh and tasty air, many cafe and opportunity for good shopping. We ate in restaurants in hotel Sinaia: one inside, one - outside. Both were very good. The views are amazing, the architecture is fantastic: every house is like a small castle. The park is so beautiful. You just want to stay there for hours.
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