It is one of the most historic cities in the country, counting over two and a half thousand years of life. It is a city that offers impressive beaches, seaside resorts and historic buildings with interesting museums that will fascinate you. The view of the Black Sea will delight you and you will fall in love with the city from the first moment you walk through it. It is worth visiting at least once in your life.
Currency: Romanian Leu
Calling Code: +40
Nearest airports from city center: Constanta Airport (32km), Varna Airport (144km), Bucharest Otapeni Airport (288km), Bucharest Aurel Vlaicu Airport (287km).
TOP – 10 SIGHTSEEING
*** MUSEUM OF NATIONAL HISTORY AND ARCHEOLOGY (12 Piața Ovidiu, 900178, Constanta)
See the wealth of the museum which includes over 430 thousand objects from the Paleolithic to the modern era. Byzantine, medieval, Greek artefacts (stone, bronze and iron tools and weapons), sculptures, vases, statues, jewellery, coins and much more are housed.
*** CONSTANTA CASINO (Bulevardul Regina Elisabeta 4, Constanța 900178)
Built in 1910 and now a defunct casino, it is effectively a heritage site due to its art nouveau architecture and history.
*** CONSTANTA DOLPHINARIUM (Bulevardul Mamaia 255, Constanța 900552)
Opened in 1972, you will have the opportunity to watch the dolphin, sea lion and penguin shows. The space is fantastic.
*** ROMANIAN NAVY MUSEUM (Strada Traian 53, Constanta 900725)
Constanța is the city of the sea and it couldn’t be without a museum about the history of the Romanian navy, such as ship models, weapons, uniforms and various other exhibits.
*** OVIDIU SQUARE
It is a historical square as the poet Publius Ovidius Naso was exiled there and is a reference point for the residents and the history of the city.
*** CATHEDRAL OF SAINTS PETER AND PAUL (Strada Arhiepiscopiei 25, Constanța 900742)
It was built towards the end of the 19th century and was the first Orthodox settlement built in the area after liberation from Ottoman rule. The furniture inside is covered with gold and semi-precious stones.
*** CAROL I MOSQUE (Strada Crângului 1, Constanța)
It is the main building of Muslim worship in Romania and its architecture is unique!
*** RELAX BEACH MAMAIA
We would recommend you to visit the beach and if the weather is good, go swimming. If you don’t swim, definitely take a walk and you will be impressed with the beach facilities. They are modern and include all the sports activities of the sea.
*** PORTUL TURISTIC TOMIS
It is worth taking a walk in the city’s marina and stopping by for a coffee or a meal.
*** NATIONAL MILITARY MUSEUM (Prelungirea Liliacului 7-9, Constanța 900007)
Visit the museum to see the large collection of collectibles about the city’s military history.
ΤΗINGS TO DO
*** If you are an art lover, there are two museums that deserve your attention: Constanta Art Museum and Folk Art Museum.
*** Visit the Roman Building with Mosaic of historical importance in Piata Ovidiu.
*** One of the most important monuments is the Genoese Lighthouse.
*** Constanta Beach is an excellent choice to enjoy the turquoise waters.
*** See also the imposing Tropaeum Traiani Monument.
FOOD AND DRINK
Constanta’s cuisine is ideal for all those who love seafood. We would recommend you to try pasta with different variations focusing on seafood. Of course you will also find the traditional dishes that you will eat all over Romania, such as Sarmale cabbage dumplings, mititei which are like burgers, traditional soups (Ciorbă de Perisoare, Ciorba de fasole cu ciolan, Ciorba de burta), schnitzel, polenta with cheese and cream, carp brine and pork feast. You can also find cuisines with Mediterranean, Asian and American influences. Accompany your food with traditional wine or a beer.
WHERE TO STAY
You can find apartments and hotels near the beaches and of course in the city center. You will have many options…
FUN AND SHOPPING
*** If you have children with you, then you can have fun at
Acvariu Constanța which is an impressive aquarium.
*** Aqua Magic Mamaia water park is an ideal choice to have a good time.
*** For your shopping you can visit City Park Mall, VIVO! Constanța, Tomis Mall, Tom Shopping Mall, Diana Shopping Constanța.
HOW TO GET AROUND
The most beautiful way to get around the city is on foot, by bike, by tram, by bus or maxitaxi which is minibus.
CITIES NEAR CONSTANTA
Major cities close to Constanta are Varna (150km), Braila (188km), Galati (217km), Bucharest (272km), Ploiesti (275km), Brasov (384km).
