You're Going to Love Timisoara
Romania's third largest city is probably its most beautiful. Timisoara is a city of elegant squares and boulevards, tranquil gardens and fairy-tale churches, all with a fun-loving party vibe as well.
Top 5 Reasons to Visit Timisoara
1. A History of Freedom
Timisoara was the epicenter of Romania's rebellion against Communism, and you can find out all about it at the inspiring Museum of the 1989 Revolution.
2. Superb Historical Sights
The city has over a thousand years of history to celebrate and wonderful architectural sights like its Old Town Hall and the stunning Baroque cathedral, as well as the impressive Timisoara fortress.
3. There are Plenty of Great Galleries
Timisoara has become a major cultural center in recent years. Independent galleries like Jecza or Helios are the major reason, and the Timișoara Art Museum is spectacular as well.
4. The Gorgeous Parks and Gardens
Timisoara is famous for its blossom and flowers, and the city maintains a gorgeous array of green spaces, like Roses Park, the Botanic Park and Poporului Park.
5. It's a Great Base to Explore the Banat
On the borders of Romania, Hungary and Serbia, the Banat is a magical region, offering spellbinding towns like Arad, ancient ruins, caves and dramatic beauty spots like the Nera Gorges.
When to Visit Timisoara
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Most visitors arrive in summer, between mid June and early September. If you love rock and dance music, early July is a good time to go, as Timisoara hosts its Revolution Festival.
How to Get to Timisoara
Plane
Most people fly into Traian Vuia International Airport, which has connections to cities like Berlin and London. From there, take bus number 4 (RON2.50).
Train
Trains arrive in Timisoara from as far afield as Vienna, Budapest and Munich, and the station is very centrally located.
Car
From Bucharest, take the E81 then the A1 at Sibiu. Take the E70 from Belgrade, or the E75 then the A1 from Budapest.
Bus
Viitorul Transport and Normandia provide daily buses from Bucharest to the central bus station, which is just behind the train station.
Airlines serving Timisoara
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Most booked hotels in Timisoara
How to Get Around Timisoara
Public Transportation
Trolleys, buses and trams ply the streets of Timisoara. Tickets cost RON2 for most journeys (a little more on Express buses).
Taxi
Expect taxis to cost about RON2.20 for the meter drop, then RON3 per mile after that.
Car
Car rental options include Budget, Agar and Maya, and you can find deals for as little as RON50 per day.
Car rental agencies in Timisoara
The Cost of Living in Timisoara
Shopping Streets
Timisoara is a great place to shop for vintage fashions, with huge weekend flea markets like Piaţa Mehala offering hundreds of stalls. Otherwise, Piaţa Victoriei is the main shopping area.
Groceries and Other
Local supermarkets include Billa and Kaufland. To give an idea of prices, 12 eggs will cost around RON6.50.
Where to Eat in Timisoara
Timisoara has some genuine gourmet restaurants that match the best in Bucharest. Standout places include Caruso - which serves up experimental and traditional Romanian dishes - as well as Nora, where the grilled meats are exceptional. Meal prices start at about RON20.