Christmas Markets in Romania – When do the Christmas Markets Start the fun? Romania_.maps on Instagram has the answers for you. Bucharest has a couple markets going on and they have different starting dates, but this should help with the rest:

Christmas Markets in Romania – When do the Christmas Markets Start the fun?

Romania_.maps on Instagram has the answers for you. Bucharest has a couple markets going on and they have different starting dates, but this should help with the rest:

Why many Romanians dislike People’s Salvation Cathedral or the giant cathedral in Bucharest As a tour guide, this cathedral is a new tourist destination and a great opportunity to share stories that give context to this building. People's Salvation Cathedral is the name of the cathedral, although I usually translate it as The Cathedral of the Salvation of the People. This cathedral is a promise for taking all the church money to fund World War 1, and it's a promise that we keep today.

Why many Romanians dislike People’s Salvation Cathedral or the giant cathedral in Bucharest

As a tour guide, this cathedral is a new tourist destination and a great opportunity to share stories that give context to this building. People's Salvation Cathedral is the name of the cathedral, although…

Dracula Weekly, Number 16 Another week, another set of ideas. North of Romania The bad news is that Romaniac is no longer doing these videos, but I'm really happy for all the work the team put in. Celebrating names 82% of Romanians are Romanian Orthodox, and name days are an important thing in our culture. Romulus Vuia Ethnographic Museum in Cluj If you want to experience Old traditional Houses from Rural Transylvania Cluj has a magical experience to offer.

Dracula Weekly, Number 16

Another week, another set of ideas. North of Romania The bad news is that Romaniac is no longer doing these videos, but I'm really happy for all the work the team put in. Celebrating names 82% of Romanians are Romanian Orthodox, and name days are an important thing in our…

Where is the Hard Rock Cafe in Bucharest? As a tour guide, I have been asked multiple times where the Hard Rock Cafe is located because, people love their Hard Rock Cafe souvenirs from all around the world. So you can go to the restaurant itself, but if you want to get the souvenirs, you can go to the souvenir shop in Old Town. If you want to go to the restaurant…

Where is the Hard Rock Cafe in Bucharest?

As a tour guide, I have been asked multiple times where the Hard Rock Cafe is located because, people love their Hard Rock Cafe souvenirs from all around the world. So you can go to the restaurant itself, but if you want to get the souvenirs, you can go to…

Autumn clothes
Apuseni Mountains - Romania
www.cosminstan.ro

Landing in Baneasa Airport – What should you know – Construction work (5/11/2025) Baneasa is a really cool small airport that is close to the city. The problem is that it is undergoing construction on a future metro line, so it is really annoying getting there. Will Google Maps help me? Google will mislead you, and you will get off at a station that causes more logistical problems. Solutions: take bus 100 that takes you to the north to the other airport and come back.

Landing in Baneasa Airport – What should you know – Construction work (5/11/2025)

Baneasa is a really cool small airport that is close to the city. The problem is that it is undergoing construction on a future metro line, so it is really annoying getting there. Will Google Maps help me? Google…

Dracula Weekly, Number 15 I tried to find some Halloween themes but wasn't able to get a really cool perspective on the topic. The Happy Cemetery in Sapanta One of the more unique destinations in the world! The country of cool festivals - Haferland Week 2026 If you are looking for, small communities, good food and plenty of activities... Then guess what this might be your reason to visit Romania: …

Dracula Weekly, Number 15

I tried to find some Halloween themes but wasn't able to get a really cool perspective on the topic. The Happy Cemetery in Sapanta One of the more unique destinations in the world! The country of cool festivals - Haferland Week 2026 If you are looking for, small…

Rockstadt Extreme Fest, Ghimbav, Romania – 27-31 July 2026 From the ticketing website: A New Beginning. After over 10 years, Rockstadt Extreme Fest has a new home. Join us in Ghimbav, just 5 km from the amazing city of Brasov and 10 km from the old site in Rasnov, as we make history together. A new festival site—much larger and better suited for all of us. Bigger, bolder! Eastern Europe's most loved rock and metal festival will now take it to a new level!

Rockstadt Extreme Fest, Ghimbav, Romania – 27-31 July 2026

From the ticketing website: A New Beginning. After over 10 years, Rockstadt Extreme Fest has a new home. Join us in Ghimbav, just 5 km from the amazing city of Brasov and 10 km from the old site in Rasnov, as we make history together. A…

Dacia 1300 – The Car of the Romanian People A car described as the vehicle that you can fix with duct tape, wire and scotch tape. For the nostalgics in you, in the 1980's one year produced 12.000 cars and from those more than 2.000 had to be recalled... Today Romania produces more cars per month than in 1 year in communist times. But the truth is... We no longer produce the old-school Dacia...

Dacia 1300 – The Car of the Romanian People

A car described as the vehicle that you can fix with duct tape, wire and scotch tape. For the nostalgics in you, in the 1980's one year produced 12.000 cars and from those more than 2.000 had to be recalled... Today Romania produces more cars per month…

Football stories of Romania – What’s the smallest team to ever play in the Champions League? Technically this team didn't go past the group, but still a good and sad story at the same time!

Football stories of Romania – What’s the smallest team to ever play in the Champions League?

Technically this team didn't go past the group, but still a good and sad story at the same time!

Dracula weekly number 14 So, my dear friends... I hope you are looking for new places to explore because I have some ideas! Rimetea I think this is the second time it appears on this series, but come on... look at the views! Mamaia - the seaside resort of nostalgia Sometimes the seaside resort that you dislike today is filled with stories to impress...

Dracula weekly number 14

So, my dear friends... I hope you are looking for new places to explore because I have some ideas! Rimetea I think this is the second time it appears on this series, but come on... look at the views! Mamaia - the seaside resort of nostalgia Sometimes the seaside resort…

Visiting Romania According to your Zodiac – What should a Scorpio visit, according to Chat GPT + some Dracula Suggestions Scorpios are intense, curious, mysterious, and drawn to hidden depths. They like experiences with meaning, secrets to uncover, and powerful emotions. Based on these ChatGPT suggestions, don't worry, Dracula will also help out. 🏰 History & Mystique (Scorpio loves secrets) Poenari Fortress (Vlad the Impaler’s real castle) – darker, harder to reach than Bran, perfect for Scorpio’s adventurous side. Corvin Castle (Hunedoara)

Visiting Romania According to your Zodiac – What should a Scorpio visit, according to Chat GPT + some Dracula Suggestions

Scorpios are intense, curious, mysterious, and drawn to hidden depths. They like experiences with meaning, secrets to uncover, and powerful emotions. Based on these ChatGPT…

Best places to eat a hearty Soup in Bucharest I'm going to quote my father: A meal is not complete without eating a soup. This list includes many traditional options but also some international options for the fun of a good hearty bowl of warmth. So if you need some good comfort food, here are some of the best locations that I recommend: Hanu' lui Manuc - Especially for the lunch menu - Old Town…

Best places to eat a hearty Soup in Bucharest

I'm going to quote my father: A meal is not complete without eating a soup. This list includes many traditional options but also some international options for the fun of a good hearty bowl of warmth. So if you need some good comfort food, here are…

Romanian Nail Polish Brands – For the Lacqueristas out there My partner’s love for nail polish means Dracula now knows far more about manicures than he ever thought he would. For all the lacquer enthusiasts out there, here are some Romanian nail polish brands that will definitely put a smile on your face. Or lacquer on your nails... Farmec The OG cosmetics brand of Romania, Farmec has been a household name since the communist era, a symbol of resilience and continuity that has evolved with the nation’s changing tastes and modern beauty standards.

Romanian Nail Polish Brands – For the Lacqueristas out there

My partner’s love for nail polish means Dracula now knows far more about manicures than he ever thought he would. For all the lacquer enthusiasts out there, here are some Romanian nail polish brands that will definitely put a smile on…

Romanian Football History Stories – The football teams that won two leagues Found this video on a football team that was able to win two different championships based on the border shifting. So if anyone likes to think that football is not political, well, in this case, politics influences football. Wikipedia for more stats:

Romanian Football History Stories – The football teams that won two leagues

Found this video on a football team that was able to win two different championships based on the border shifting. So if anyone likes to think that football is not political, well, in this case, politics influences…

BEACH, PLEASE! Festival, Costinesti, Romania, 8-12th July, 2026 One of the most iconic trap festivals in the world. The lineup is not yet published, but follow their Instagram page: Line-up Updates will be provided. Dates 2025 July -> 8-12 (5 days) Location – Costinesti, Romania How to get there? Buses will connect the towns around Costinesti: Tickets Keep in mind that prices will go up. Buy them from 

BEACH, PLEASE! Festival, Costinesti, Romania, 8-12th July, 2026

One of the most iconic trap festivals in the world. The lineup is not yet published, but follow their Instagram page: Line-up Updates will be provided. Dates 2025 July -> 8-12 (5 days) Location – Costinesti, Romania How to get there?…

Draculas Weekly Number 13 So we have reached an unlucky number, but that never stopped anyone from continuing to be unlucky. So let us see what the future has for us. Traveling is not just discovering new things Sometimes looking for familiar TV series or movies is an adventure in and of itself. Places to see in Bucharest As a tour guide, I know Buhcarest has much more to offer that the list bellow, but this is the short list with the most popular places to visit in Buhcarest.

Draculas Weekly Number 13

So we have reached an unlucky number, but that never stopped anyone from continuing to be unlucky. So let us see what the future has for us. Traveling is not just discovering new things Sometimes looking for familiar TV series or movies is an adventure in and of itself.…

Electric Castle Festival – 16-19 July 2026 Bánffy Castle, Transylvania One of the best festivals of Romania! Line-up not published yet but... You know it is going to be an amazing experience. Date 16-19 July 2026 – from Thursday to Sunday Location – Bánffy Castle, Bonțida Bánffy Castle, Bonțida, is located 30 km from Cluj-Napoca, Transylvania. The best way is to arrive by plane at Cluj airport.Bánffy Castle, Bonțida, is located 30 km from Cluj-Napoca, Transylvania.

Electric Castle Festival – 16-19 July 2026 Bánffy Castle, Transylvania

One of the best festivals of Romania! Line-up not published yet but... You know it is going to be an amazing experience. Date 16-19 July 2026 – from Thursday to Sunday Location – Bánffy Castle, Bonțida Bánffy Castle, Bonțida,…

Top 5 Romanian craft beer places in Bucharest according to your favorite Vampire + Bonus locations Dracula loves going to the best beer places in town because that is where you find the tastiest blood... I mean beer! Number 5 - Zaganu Craft Beer + Zaganu Craft Beer in Obor Market Zaganu is the first craft beer producer to achieve commercial success and expand to supermarkets, they produce a wide range of beers that start with the basic ones, a really good introduction to craft beers, and their central location is always full on Calea Victoriei.

Top 5 Romanian craft beer places in Bucharest according to your favorite Vampire + Bonus locations

Dracula loves going to the best beer places in town because that is where you find the tastiest blood... I mean beer! Number 5 - Zaganu Craft Beer + Zaganu Craft Beer in Obor Market Zaganu is the…

Celebrating 500 articles on DraculasGuidetoRomania The Dracula team of 2 have been writing for quite some time and finally achieved 500 articles published on this website. In January we will have 3 years of writing and providing cool and interesting information for tourists to enjoy. We have made 0 euros from this endeavor and have around 250-300 views a day. So for donations: Here are some of the articles that made us really happy writing them:

Celebrating 500 articles on DraculasGuidetoRomania

The Dracula team of 2 have been writing for quite some time and finally achieved 500 articles published on this website. In January we will have 3 years of writing and providing cool and interesting information for tourists to enjoy. We have made…

Is water safe to drink in Bucharest? Can you drink tap water in Bucharest? Is water safe to consume? Can I drink water? Overall YES! The only issues that can pop up are old pipes, so when the water has a weird color, don't drink it. Watch the video below if you need more details: Do people in Bucharest drink tap water? Most people that are well-off don't drink tap water because of the pipes, so they don't trust the quality of water.

Is water safe to drink in Bucharest?

Can you drink tap water in Bucharest? Is water safe to consume? Can I drink water? Overall YES! The only issues that can pop up are old pipes, so when the water has a weird color, don't drink it. Watch the video below if you need more details: Do people in…

Eros Ramazzotti – Sala Laminor, 2026, 22nd April 2026 After a soldout concert 2 years ago... guess who is back! Date Wednesday, 22 April '26, 20:00 entramce at 18:00 Location - Hala Laminor, București Bulevardul Basarabia 256 Tickets:

Eros Ramazzotti – Sala Laminor, 2026, 22nd April 2026

After a soldout concert 2 years ago... guess who is back! Date Wednesday, 22 April '26, 20:00 entramce at 18:00 Location - Hala Laminor, București Bulevardul Basarabia 256 Tickets:

Dracula Weekly Number 12 Pumpkin Spice Late Season so let's see what I can find for you. If you can handle the cold Find a car, drive a bit more that you would like and enjoy some fascinating views, just make sure the weather is mild because over 1800m, it gets really cold really quick, and dress for the weather. If hiking is not your thing, castles taste like autumn…

Dracula Weekly Number 12

Pumpkin Spice Late Season so let's see what I can find for you. If you can handle the cold Find a car, drive a bit more that you would like and enjoy some fascinating views, just make sure the weather is mild because over 1800m, it gets really cold really quick, and dress…

Brian Cox – Emergence – Bucharest – 22 September 2026 Brian Cox says about his new show: "I’ve loved creating Emergence – it’s the most ambitious live show I’ve ever written. I’ve been very lucky to collaborate with a wonderful group of scientists, musicians, filmmakers, and graphic artists to bring cosmology, biology, philosophy, and history to the largest and most advanced LED screens available, with the best sound and lights I could find.

Brian Cox – Emergence – Bucharest – 22 September 2026

Brian Cox says about his new show: "I’ve loved creating Emergence – it’s the most ambitious live show I’ve ever written. I’ve been very lucky to collaborate with a wonderful group of scientists, musicians, filmmakers, and graphic artists to…

Sounds of Bucharest – Funny, Absurd, Crazy life of Bucharest (18+) Genuinely, one of my neighbors is renovating and using a drill, so this sound pack is up my alley. This audio experience on YouTube is a genuine example of how Bucharest sounds, even though it is comedic and exaggerated, it hits close to home for many Romanians. The dialogue is exaggerated, but it sounds authentic, and although in real life you will not hear everything at once, it is realistic that you have heard fragments of it in the past.

Sounds of Bucharest – Funny, Absurd, Crazy life of Bucharest (18+)

Genuinely, one of my neighbors is renovating and using a drill, so this sound pack is up my alley. This audio experience on YouTube is a genuine example of how Bucharest sounds, even though it is comedic and exaggerated, it hits…

Ronaldinho and Friends – Football Entertainment – 29th November 2025 – Iasi, Romania From the ticketing website: Tickets for the show-match “Ronaldinho & Friends” are officially available! When was the last time you daydreamed? On November 29, Iași won’t just host a football match. It will host a memory that lasts a lifetime!Ronaldinho and friends are coming to Romania! Yes, the one and only Ronaldinho — the smile that conquered the world, the moves that danced with the ball, the legend who inspired millions of children to dream!

Ronaldinho and Friends – Football Entertainment – 29th November 2025 – Iasi, Romania

From the ticketing website: Tickets for the show-match “Ronaldinho & Friends” are officially available! When was the last time you daydreamed? On November 29, Iași won’t just host a football match. It will host a…

A beautiful valley with nice waterfalls
Retezat Mountains, Romania
www.cosminstan.ro

Draculas Weekly Sugestions Number 11. Another week, another bit of knowledge that I want to share with you guys! Wine Culture in Romania Romania has a wide variety of soils, places to grow wine, hills, and types of grapes. So guess what you can find the right wine for you! Food Culture in Romania You guys know me... I love food and even though I don't get many views on food realated articles, I love sharing such and intergral part of my culture.

Draculas Weekly Sugestions Number 11.

Another week, another bit of knowledge that I want to share with you guys! Wine Culture in Romania Romania has a wide variety of soils, places to grow wine, hills, and types of grapes. So guess what you can find the right wine for you! Food Culture in Romania…

Visiting Romania according to your zodiac – Libra Dracula knows nothing about the zodiac, so I asked ChatGPT, "What are the best places to visit in Romania according to your zodiac?" Also, I will add my input in order to add a bit of flavor to your experience. Libra ♎️: September 23 - October 22 Libras are ruled by Venus, lovers of beauty, harmony, balance, culture, and romance…

Visiting Romania according to your zodiac – Libra

Dracula knows nothing about the zodiac, so I asked ChatGPT, "What are the best places to visit in Romania according to your zodiac?" Also, I will add my input in order to add a bit of flavor to your experience. Libra ♎️: September 23 - October 22…

Where to watch rugby games in Bucharest? Best bars to watch rugby in Bucharest and some tips. I wrote an article on where to watch football in Bucharest and found places that also showcase rugby games, so guess what... A new article is born on a topic that I know little about but hope will help everyone. Pro-tip: If it's an Irish or British pub, it should showcase the rugby games, also reservations help, as some bars can be full.

Where to watch rugby games in Bucharest? Best bars to watch rugby in Bucharest and some tips.

I wrote an article on where to watch football in Bucharest and found places that also showcase rugby games, so guess what... A new article is born on a topic that I know little about but hope will help…