3 Days Itinerary in Ploieşti, Romania - Travel Guide
Treasure Trip of Transylvania - A 3 Day Adventure in Ploiești, Romania
| Days | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Day 1 - Diving Into the Heart of Ploiești |
| 2 | Day 2 - The Historical Wonders of Ploiești |
| 3 | Day 3 - Delight in Nature and Shopping |
Introduction
Discover the magic, history, and rich culture of Ploiești, Romania in a spectacular 3-day tour.
Day 1 - Diving Into the Heart of Ploiești
Kick start your adventure in Romania by landing in Ploiești. Our journey begins with the iconic Oil Museum, a testament to the city's deep-rooted affair with oil refining. After soaking in some history, let's saunter towards the city centre, admiring its gorgeously maintained European architecture. Lunch beckons us to a traditional Romanian restaurant, where you'll taste sumptuous local cuisine. Post-lunch, the St. John the Baptist Church invites us, an architectural marvel dating back to the 17th Century. As dusk nears, we will finish our day by relaxing in a popular local café, sipping their renowned Romanian coffee, before heading back to our hotel, entranced by the charm of Ploiești. Sounds like a perfect day, doesn't it?
Day 2 - The Historical Wonders of Ploiești
We begin Day 2 by delving deeper into the historical side of Ploiești. Starting our day at the Philharmonic Orchestra, we'll take in some of the city's best musical treats. Moving onto the Ploiești Art Museum, art-design lovers in the group will be in for a treat. As we break for lunch, why not try a classic Romanian dish, like sarmale? After lunch, we will explore the Watchtower Street Slobozia, a picturesque part of town perfect for a leisurely stroll and, of course, some excellent photo ops. We'll finish the day at the Clock Museum, a uniquely fascinating attraction home to timepieces of every kind. A day steeped in culture, wouldn't you agree?
Day 3 - Delight in Nature and Shopping
On our final day, let's get a breath of fresh air as we head towards the serene Lake Herastrau for a soothing boat ride. Fuel up with a scrumptious breakfast picnic amid nature's beauty. Next, we step into Romanian retail therapy at Afi Palace Cotroceni for those souvenir needs or just window shopping. For lunch, why not try the local mititei at a cosy café? As our journey concludes, we will take our final stroll at the city's largest park, the lush Tineretului Park. As the sun sets on our adventure, what better way to end than enjoying a farewell dinner, soaking in the ambiance of this enchanting Romanian city?
William Adams
FAQs about this
3 day itinerary in
Ploieşti
The official currency of Romania is the Romanian Leu (RON).
The ideal time to visit Ploiești would be between late spring (May-June) and early autumn (September-October) when the weather is warm and pleasant.
English is not commonly spoken by older citizens in Ploiești. However, younger Romanians and those working in the tourism sector will likely speak English.