Stay at Sibiu

Beautiful architecture, terrific museums, and fabulous festivals make the once-great Saxon town of Sibiu one of the alluring things to do in Romania. Nowadays, the city is surrounded by high-rise suburbs and virtually abandoned by the Saxons themselves, but the Old Town’s brightly painted houses, with “eye” windows to ventilate their attic grain stores, are still startling. Sibiu has many fine old churches and some of Romania’s best museums, as well as the remains of the bastions and fortifications.

Nicknamed the “Little Vienna” of Romania, Sibiu is a quaint, colorful town lined with charming Baroque houses and Gothic buildings. In its center is the Big Square, a beautiful plaza that is dotted with hotels, shops, and restaurants. It’s been around for over 500 years and continues to be the center of daily life and the beating heart of the city. In the middle of the square, you’ll find a statue of St. John Nepomuk, the square’s main attraction. Grab some lunch or a cup of coffee and relax while admiring the view of one of Romania’s most beloved squares. One of the best things to do in Romania is to visit the famous city of Sibiu, home to the Brukenthal National Museum and Astra Museum of Traditional Folk and Civilisation. With significant Saxon influences, an aristocratic air to it, and a vibrant cultural scene.