Top Timisoara Art & Culture

Get an in-depth look at the history and culture of one of Romania’s most influential cities on a 2.5-hour walking tour. The chronological guided route through the city center enables you to get a clearer picture of exceedingly eventful past of Timisoara. Listen to tantalizing stories about Joannes Corvinus, Johann Strauss, and Maria Theresa. Learn about the widespread effects of the Plague, a siege, the Romanian Revolution, and so much more.

Get an insider’s perspective on the most turbulent years of Communist rule on this off-the-beaten-track historical tour. Cover under-the-radar locations, from the headquarters of the former Communist Party to the Reformed Hungarian Church, where the 1989 uprising began. Tours include admission tickets to the Communist Customer Museum and vehicle transfers between sights.

Timisoara might not have the famous Jewish attractions of Josefov quarter in Prague, but for sure is equal generous with its Jewish-related life-stories and historical events. Moreover, brilliant natives of Jewish ethnicity changed for the better Timisoara and surrounding region. Alongside the impressive synagogues, a large number of Timisoara’s valuable buildings were either financed or designed by Jewish townsmen. All of these above mentioned are parts of the Jewish heritage of Timisoara, and we are inviting you to discover it!

This is your chance for a pleasant city tour with a licensed and experienced tour guide. I choose a friendly approach towards a flexible tour of the city. As a historian and a resident of the city I am the right choice to help you see the local landmarks, discover unknown places and find out the story behind the buildings. Let me show you why Timisoara is so special!

This tours will take you around the Banat highland region. Throughout history, Banat was at the border of all the empires that spread over the region, most notably the Ottoman and Austrian Empires, which facilitated people of different nations to come in, giving it its multiculturality. The richness of the land turned it into an important industrial hub, around which urban and rural life developed. Empires came and went and the industrial period faded, but what withstood the test of time is a treasure full of natural wonders and beauty. In this tour you will see some of the industrial legacy, meet the multicultural heritage and enjoy the beauty of our natural sights.

We shall see the Old Town with it´s famous areas: Unirii Square, Theresia Bastion, Libertatii Square, Operei Square, Huniade Fortress, Scudier park and then go on towards Saint Mary Square, Roses Park, Queen Mary Park, Millennium Church, Traian Square. This extended tour will cover most of the old areas of the city, you will find out about the events that formed today's Timisoara, from an small fortress to a great city.

The people of Timisoara were first to rise for freedom in 1956 and 1989. See where the overthrow of communism started - a guided walking tour to the places of the Romanian Revolution that left 100 dead in Timisoara.

Timisoara has its own Jewish history, preserved in buildings and legends, despite an ever decreasing Jewish community. Discover hidden architectural gems and the related stories on a guided walking tour aimed to amaze.

Capital of Culture, little Vienna, City of Light, East meets West, where every dog barks in four languages – there are many tags you can attach to Timisoara. Find out what’s yours on a guided walking tour through the city.

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private car on this door-to-door private tour. Check off two of Beijing’s biggest attractions—Tiananmen Squae, The Forbidden City. Your guide provides personalized service and informs you on the significance of each of these iconic landmarks.

Founded in the 13th century by Saxons Sibiu is the most visited city of Transylvania. The Saxon name is Hermannstadt. Sibiu partnered with Luxembourg in 2007 to become European Capital of Culture. We'll take time to explore its medieval old town with churches and towers and to have coffee or beer on one of its many sunny restaurant terraces. Another highlight we won't pass by is the Open Air Museum of Traditional Folk Civilization. On a sunny day the open spaces garnered with mills and traditional houses on the background of the Carpathian Mountains are quite a spectacular site.

Let’s explore a few highlights of Transilvania, which are a must see in Romania. Corvin Castle, one of the most beautiful in Europe, The oldest stone church and an ancient, mystical roman site.

This day trip takes us back to ancient times. We'll leave the modern town of Timișoara to visit the remains of the capital of the once mighty kingdom of Dacia. The ruins are hidden in the mountains of Orăștie and gives us the opportunity to take a nice little hike of about 30 minutes in mountain air to reach the site. Add to this some tasty traditional Romanian food for a perfect day!

This day trip is a nice extension to your stay in Timișoara and takes you to the countryside East of the city. And because the Romanian countryside is always about food too, we'll have brunch in Margina and taste some local specialities.

This tour is just perfect for those who want to discover the history and the gastronomy of Timisoara. We'll visit the most important attraction of Timisoara and we'll learn about its history. We'll eat a 5 course menu in 5 different places - the perfect chance for you to discover some of the best local restaurants.

A trip that combines it all. A boat ride on the Danube to some of its most historic sites. Breathtaking sites of the rocky Danube Gorge. A hike on a Danube island inhabited by wild horses and numerous aquatic birds. And a rare occasion to meet people of isolated communities and enjoy their well kept traditions and share a traditional meal.

This is your chance for a pleasant city tour with a licensed and experienced tour guide. I choose a friendly approach towards a flexible tour of the city. As a historian and a resident of the city I am the right choice to help you see the local landmarks, discover unknown places and find out the story behind the buildings. Let me show you why Timisoara is so special in this 3-hour tour!

This tour proposes a trip to the remote villages in the Cerna Mountains, where you can connect with local traditions and culture, meet the hospitable locals and taste authentic cuisine. Our destination is Inelet, one of the remote hamlets that are part of the Cornereva village, the largest in Romania. The hamlet is accessible by climbing some wooden stairs that were mounted on the rock to help locals get across a difficult passage. After we climb up the stars, we make a small detour to visit a nearby cave, then we continue on our way. After about an hour we arrive to Ineleț, where we will visit some local attractions, after which we stop for lunch at a local host. After lunch and some rest, we make our way back through the hamlet Cracu Mare. In the evening, we can enjoy a traditional dinner and some thermal baths in Băile Herculane, which is famous for their hot water springs.

This day trip has it all. Great religious edifices, history and culture, hiking, fine wine tasting and good food. We will visit the Basilica Minor Maria Radna, hike to the hilltop to see the ruins of the Soimos fortress and taste some wine in Minis.

Transylvania is both mythical and as real as it gets. And it's covered with fortified places built by kings, dukes and counts but also simple peasants. That is why the fortifications in Transylvania are as diverse as nowhere else. You will find here ruins of ancient fortresses but also medieval castles, fortresses and a lot of fortified churches. Transylvania's South-West can be easily reached by car from Timisoara and hosts two of the best sites of the region: The Castle of Hunedoara and the fortress of Deva.