Cluj-Napoca is full of surprises, but one of the most unexpected attractions in Cluj is a glowing, gear-filled world tucked behind a nondescript door in the city center: the Steampunk Transylvania Museum. When I first heard about it, I assumed it was a niche spot for cosplay fans — but after stepping inside, I realized […]
Cluj-Napoca may be one of Romania’s most charming cities, but figuring out how to get around can feel a little intimidating when you first arrive. Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or planning a longer stay, understanding how Cluj public transport works is a game-changer. I still remember my first evening here as a student:
Trying to decide between Cluj-Napoca and Bucharest for your trip to Romania? While both cities are rich in history and culture, they offer very different experiences for travelers. Cluj-Napoca is well known for it´s unusual museums, music and film festivals, plenty of green spaces, dynamic student life and beautiful Old Town. Bucharest also known as
Thinking about visiting Romania but unsure where to go? You might have heard of Bucharest or Transylvania, but Cluj-Napoca deserves a top spot on your list — especially if you’re a first-time visitor or traveling with kids. As someone who lived in Cluj for three years and returns every year to visit family, I can
Are you planning to travel to Romania and wondering if it´s worth visiting? Just to spill the beans: Romania will surprise you with incredible places and things to see. The country is mostly known for the Dracula castle and supposedly spooky and mysterious Transylvania. If you´re reading this guide, that´s about to change! Travelling to
Are you planning a Romania family holiday and want to make sure you are as prepared as possible? Especially if you are traveling to Romania for the first time, you probably have a load of questions. Traveling with children to a new country is always a challenge, as a mother I know that too, believe
Are you thinking of visiting Mamaia Beach in Romania and need help planning? Travelling to a new destination can be quite the challenge, especially if you don´t speak the language of the destination or find only scarce information about Romania. Luckily, I can help you with that! As a Romanian native who has travelled several
Have you been wondering about the Hoia Baciu Forest in Romania and whether it is really as haunted as people say? I’ve got you covered! As a former local who has personally explored this eerie woodland during my family trip to Cluj-Napoca, I can share both my expertise and firsthand experience. Many travelers are fascinated
Are you looking for the best day trips from Cluj-Napoca to enhance your trip? Cluj-Napoca is the perfect base for day trips in the regions of Transylvania, Maramures and Moldavia. It is close to the medieval cities of Sibiu and Sighisoara, to the Apuseni Mountains with beautiful waterfalls and hiking trails and historical cities like
If you are travelling to Cluj-Napoca for the first time and are wondering where to find the best restaurants or coffee spots, I can help! As a Romanian native who lived 3 years in Cluj-Napoca, I have experienced everything Cluj-Napoca restaurants have to offer. Cluj-Napoca’s food scene is truly special, standing out not only as
