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What to do and see in Oradea, Transylvania: The Best Sightseeing Tours
The Baroque Palace of Oradea is simply epic. Now a museum, the 18th-century building is home to an outdoor bronze and marble statue park, Transylvanian folk art and a collection of animal remains that includes dinosaur fossils. You could spend days here, but try to make some time for other Oradea attractions, such as the beautiful Art Nouveau buildings of Str. Republicii, the astronomical clock of the Biserica cu Lună, and the Băile Felix thermal spa.
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1. 3-Hour Cultural Walking Tour of Oradea
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour in Bihor county and explore the city of Oradea and its cultural highlights with your guide. Oradea, the capitol city of Bihor county, is one of the important economic, social and cultural centers of north-western Romania. The city is holding on to these characteristics throughout its history. Oradea is nestled among hills that divide and unify the Crisana Plains and the hill-like limits of the Apuseni Mountains in a harmonious way. Located on the Crisul Repede River, which divides the city into almost equal halves, Oradea is the gateway to Central and Western Europe. Located about 10 km from Bors – the biggest border point on the western border – Oradea ranks tenth in size out of the Romanian cities. The price is per group for up to 10 tourists.
Inclusions: Tour guide service, Pick up and drop off at the customer hotel
Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Food and drinks
Reviewed By Geoff B
Very well done & truly fascinating, to still see the bones from the killed animals was really interesting. The caves were huge & very well kept. Also it was very easy to walk through the caves & a guide is included in the very low entrance fee. Please go & enjoy it.
2. The Bear's Cave - One-Day Minivan Tour from Oradea
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour will allow the clients to see the most known cave from Romania "The Bear's Cave " from Chiscau, a village situated at around 90 km away from Oradea. We will descend into the depths of the Bears Cave finding an extraordinary range of stalagmite and stalactite formations, coupled with traces of bears from many years ago. The cave was named so, as numerous "cave bears" (Ursus spelaeus) were found in this cave. The cave was visited by these large animals more than 15.000 years ago. But one day, a rock slide closed the entrance while more than 140 bears were still in the cave. Becoming hungry, the bears killed one another until all were dead. This story is told by their remains, tons of bear bones covering the floor of large parts of the cave with the marks of bear teeth.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Private tour
Exclusions: Entrance fees 20 Ron/pers = approx 5 Euro, Photo fee 15 Ron video camera fee 25 Ron, Food and drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Infomapper
My husband and I visited Oradea in early June and wanted to see not only some of the highlights of the city but also specific attractions. My parents grew up in Oradea and I wanted to see the Cris river (on whose banks my dad walked with his first girlfriend), the Jewish conservative synagogue and the place where the Jews were taken to the camps by train (now a park). Arin was highly personable, knowledgeable and flexible and made our tour a delightful experience. He started by showing us the fascinating Oradea citadel (a must-see), whose moat with hot water from thermal springs kept invaders at bay. It is believed to be the best preserved citadel in Europe built in the Renaissance style, erected between the years 1077-1095 by King Ladislau I. (In the beginning it was a fortified monastery, later it was transformed into a citadel, which became the headquarters of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Oradea.) Arin then took us to the open market (really, it had some kind of a roof to protect u s from the elements), huge in size, and offering a great variety of beautiful produce, fruits and vegetables), and flowers. He then walked us through parts of the beautiful city and its varied architecture, pointing out all sorts of interesting things, and then walked with us, continuing to explain everything, to the sites we wanted to see, including some new ones that he thought we might want to see (he was right). Arin is a superb guide. His English is flawless, he is fun to be with, accommodating, helpful and dedicated to giving his clients the best possible experience. I recommend not only this particular walking tour (which, for us, was memorable), but also Arin as a guide. We felt so fortunate to have found him.
3. Pedestrian Classic Tour with Traditional Food tasting in Oradea
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
The tour it's a perfect mix of history, culture and architecture, especially for those who want to discover the city in an unique way, but not spending too much time on it or gaining too much and maybe ''boring'' information. It will provide you a good understanding of why Oradea is considered the Art-Nouveau capital of Romania and why it is known as ''the city of kings'', all these behind the legends that stays in the back of the city construction. Tasting traditional food is another way of disovering local culture. ”Plăcintă” is is a Romanian, Moldovan and Ukrainian traditional pastry resembling a thin, small round or square-shaped cake, usually filled with apples or a soft cheese such as ”Urdă”. This Romanian spirit is now known even in Japan. It is ”palinca” or ”tuica”, a liquor that is always present on any Ardeal peasant’s table and not only.
Inclusions: Tour guide, ”Plăcintă” is a Romanian, Moldovan and Ukrainian traditional pastry resembling a thin, small round or square-shaped cake, usually filled with apples or a soft cheese such as Urdă., This Romanian spirit is now known even in Japan. It is ”palinca” or ”tuica”, a liquor that is always present on any Ardeal peasant’s table and not only.
Exclusions: Extra taxes for tourists spots ( optional )
4. Scarisoara Ice cave - one day minivan tour from Oradea
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3.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore Scarisoara Ice cave, the second largest in the world after Eisriesenwelt Ice Cave from Austria. Take pictures of the entrance, an impressive sinkhole,that has 60 m diameter and descends 48 m, leading you to the body of the cave where you will walk on 70000 cubic meters of ice (20 m thick). Be prepared to enter the underworld to admire the magnificent landscape, Visit also the village "Casa de piatra", Tauz Spring, Coiba mare and Coiba Mica caves and admire the marvellous landscape.
Inclusions: English/German speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water
Exclusions: Entrance fees around 3 Euros/pp, Food and drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Lunch, Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Infomapper
My husband and I visited Oradea in early June and wanted to see not only some of the highlights of the city but also specific attractions. My parents grew up in Oradea and I wanted to see the Cris river (on whose banks my dad walked with his first girlfriend), the Jewish conservative synagogue and the place where the Jews were taken to the camps by train (now a park). Arin was highly personable, knowledgeable and flexible and made our tour a delightful experience. He started by showing us the fascinating Oradea citadel (a must-see), whose moat with hot water from thermal springs kept invaders at bay. It is believed to be the best preserved citadel in Europe built in the Renaissance style, erected between the years 1077-1095 by King Ladislau I. (In the beginning it was a fortified monastery, later it was transformed into a citadel, which became the headquarters of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Oradea.) Arin then took us to the open market (really, it had some kind of a roof to protect u s from the elements), huge in size, and offering a great variety of beautiful produce, fruits and vegetables), and flowers. He then walked us through parts of the beautiful city and its varied architecture, pointing out all sorts of interesting things, and then walked with us, continuing to explain everything, to the sites we wanted to see, including some new ones that he thought we might want to see (he was right). Arin is a superb guide. His English is flawless, he is fun to be with, accommodating, helpful and dedicated to giving his clients the best possible experience. I recommend not only this particular walking tour (which, for us, was memorable), but also Arin as a guide. We felt so fortunate to have found him.
5. Private eight days tour of Romania starting from Budapest to Bucharest
Visit the most important touristic landmarks of Romania in an 8-days tour from Budapest. Your Romanian adventure will begin in the western region of Romania, where you will discover the city of Cluj and its surrounding attractions, the Turda Salt Mine and the Alba Carolina Fortress. You will then step into the region of Bukovina, where you will discover the religious side of Romania with a trip to the Painted Monasteries. Here, you will also discover some of the local life, before heading into the region of Transylvania, where your experience will continue with magnificent medieval castles and cities (Bran Castle, Sighisoara) and quaint traditional villages (Biertan, Viscri).
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Professional English-speaking guide , Accommodation for 7 nights in centrally located hotels, Airport transfers, Horse-drawn carriage ride, Food tasting session with traditional products, Transportation with a modern vehicle, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Airline tickets, Travel insurance, Meals, other than those mentioned in the itinerary and alcoholic beverages, Entrance fees to monuments/sights other than those mentioned in the itinerary, Photography fees, Tips for tour guide, Various expenses such as room service, beverages, personal calls, souvenirs, etc., Single supplement
6. Bridal Veil Falls Rachitele - 1 day tour from Oradea
This tour will allow the tourists to see an almost unknown part of Apuseni Mountains, This zone is nicknamed " the Transfagarasan of Apuseni" due to the newly built road which binds Bride's Veil Waterfall with Belis lake. The landscapes are marvelous.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Round-trip private transfer
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By Infomapper
My husband and I visited Oradea in early June and wanted to see not only some of the highlights of the city but also specific attractions. My parents grew up in Oradea and I wanted to see the Cris river (on whose banks my dad walked with his first girlfriend), the Jewish conservative synagogue and the place where the Jews were taken to the camps by train (now a park). Arin was highly personable, knowledgeable and flexible and made our tour a delightful experience. He started by showing us the fascinating Oradea citadel (a must-see), whose moat with hot water from thermal springs kept invaders at bay. It is believed to be the best preserved citadel in Europe built in the Renaissance style, erected between the years 1077-1095 by King Ladislau I. (In the beginning it was a fortified monastery, later it was transformed into a citadel, which became the headquarters of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Oradea.) Arin then took us to the open market (really, it had some kind of a roof to protect u s from the elements), huge in size, and offering a great variety of beautiful produce, fruits and vegetables), and flowers. He then walked us through parts of the beautiful city and its varied architecture, pointing out all sorts of interesting things, and then walked with us, continuing to explain everything, to the sites we wanted to see, including some new ones that he thought we might want to see (he was right). Arin is a superb guide. His English is flawless, he is fun to be with, accommodating, helpful and dedicated to giving his clients the best possible experience. I recommend not only this particular walking tour (which, for us, was memorable), but also Arin as a guide. We felt so fortunate to have found him.
7. Cave, Hike, Bike and Explore the Western Carpathians,Transylvania,Romania
Spend a weekend in the Western Carpathians of Romania. Explore impressive karst cave systems and crystal caves, hike and bike through the beautiful, rolling countryside, enjoy authentic rural life. Your hassle-free adventure in this spectacular region includes: 3 nights of accommodation at a local guesthouse, 1 day of technical caving and exploring a crystal cave, 1 day hiking the Cutilor Gorges, 1 day mountain biking and visit show caves. All meals, airport transfers and activity transfers, all necessary team equipment, all entrance fees, the friendship and camaraderie of a local guide. This is a perfect escape for active travelers looking for a truly unique, inspirational and action-packed weekend adventure.
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Use of bicycle
Exclusions: Gratuities
8. The Ponor fortress (the greatest Romanian cave) 1 day minivan tour from Oradea
Explore spectacular Ponor Fortress the largest cave from Romania and one among the largest from Europe. Take pictures of the entrance wall (more than 150 meters high) with a portal whose altitude is around 74 meters high. Be prepared to enter the underworld to admire the magnificent landscape, Take pictures from the balconies situated on the top of the wall, where the nature offers a marvelous panorama.
Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Exclusions: Food and drinks
Reviewed By Infomapper
My husband and I visited Oradea in early June and wanted to see not only some of the highlights of the city but also specific attractions. My parents grew up in Oradea and I wanted to see the Cris river (on whose banks my dad walked with his first girlfriend), the Jewish conservative synagogue and the place where the Jews were taken to the camps by train (now a park). Arin was highly personable, knowledgeable and flexible and made our tour a delightful experience. He started by showing us the fascinating Oradea citadel (a must-see), whose moat with hot water from thermal springs kept invaders at bay. It is believed to be the best preserved citadel in Europe built in the Renaissance style, erected between the years 1077-1095 by King Ladislau I. (In the beginning it was a fortified monastery, later it was transformed into a citadel, which became the headquarters of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Oradea.) Arin then took us to the open market (really, it had some kind of a roof to protect u s from the elements), huge in size, and offering a great variety of beautiful produce, fruits and vegetables), and flowers. He then walked us through parts of the beautiful city and its varied architecture, pointing out all sorts of interesting things, and then walked with us, continuing to explain everything, to the sites we wanted to see, including some new ones that he thought we might want to see (he was right). Arin is a superb guide. His English is flawless, he is fun to be with, accommodating, helpful and dedicated to giving his clients the best possible experience. I recommend not only this particular walking tour (which, for us, was memorable), but also Arin as a guide. We felt so fortunate to have found him.
9. Transylvania Trip: from Budapesta to Bucharest, Private tour, 6 days
If Transylvania is on your bucket list, pack your garlic and get ready for the adventure of your lifetime! Universal literature found valuable sources of inspirations in some of Romania’s castles, so that now we can enjoy the famous “Dracula” by Bram Stoker and “The Castle in the Carpathians” by Jules Verne. Transylvania is the last truly medieval landscape in Europe, definitely feels like a travel back in time, like if you’ve gone back 100 years. If you are looking for peace and harmony this is the perfect place for you. Transylvania is best known as the mysterious land of bloodthirsty vampires and howling wolves. Some may think it’s fictional, but this central Romanian region is a real place. And it’s pretty special, too. Transylvania means ‘the land beyond the forest’ and feels undiscovered. Here’s one of Eastern Europe’s most captivating regions.
Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Buttles water, We offer flexibility around the pace and itinerary, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Accommodation , Food
10. 1 Day minivan tour to Turda Salt Mine from Oradea
This tour will allow the tourists to see one of the most stunning places anywhere on or IN the planet. With over 2, 000 years of history, highly preserved galleries and a futuristic underground attraction, Saltmine Turda is the largest salt mine museum in the world, and easily the most incredible.
Inclusions: Professional English/German speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottle of water
Exclusions: Lunch, Drinks, Souvenirs, Ferris Wheel / 8 min : 5 RON / person, Boating on the undreground lake / 20 min / boat : 15 RON / person (max 3 persons)
Reviewed By Infomapper
My husband and I visited Oradea in early June and wanted to see not only some of the highlights of the city but also specific attractions. My parents grew up in Oradea and I wanted to see the Cris river (on whose banks my dad walked with his first girlfriend), the Jewish conservative synagogue and the place where the Jews were taken to the camps by train (now a park). Arin was highly personable, knowledgeable and flexible and made our tour a delightful experience. He started by showing us the fascinating Oradea citadel (a must-see), whose moat with hot water from thermal springs kept invaders at bay. It is believed to be the best preserved citadel in Europe built in the Renaissance style, erected between the years 1077-1095 by King Ladislau I. (In the beginning it was a fortified monastery, later it was transformed into a citadel, which became the headquarters of the Roman-Catholic Diocese of Oradea.) Arin then took us to the open market (really, it had some kind of a roof to protect u s from the elements), huge in size, and offering a great variety of beautiful produce, fruits and vegetables), and flowers. He then walked us through parts of the beautiful city and its varied architecture, pointing out all sorts of interesting things, and then walked with us, continuing to explain everything, to the sites we wanted to see, including some new ones that he thought we might want to see (he was right). Arin is a superb guide. His English is flawless, he is fun to be with, accommodating, helpful and dedicated to giving his clients the best possible experience. I recommend not only this particular walking tour (which, for us, was memorable), but also Arin as a guide. We felt so fortunate to have found him.
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