Dracula's Castle - Private Tour with Peleș Castle and Brașov city

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1. Peleș Castle is a neo-Renaissance architectural masterpiece located in the Carpathian Mountains of Romania, near the town of Sinaia. Built between 1873 and 1914, it was commissioned by King Carol I of Romania as a summer residence. The castle is renowned for its picturesque setting amidst lush forests and its intricate design, blending Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance styles with German influences. Peleș Castle has over 160 rooms, each decorated with lavish details, such as wood carvings, stained glass windows, and rich tapestries. Its interior features a mix of European and Oriental themes, showcasing valuable art collections, furniture, and weaponry from various parts of the world. The grand staircase, the Hall of Honor, and the library with secret doors are among the highlights. Surrounded by well-kept gardens, the castle offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and is regarded as one of the most beautiful castles in Europe.

   2 h

2. Bran Castle, often referred to as "Dracula's Castle," is a historic fortress located in Romania, near the town of Bran, on the border between Transylvania and Wallachia. The castle is perched atop a rocky hill and surrounded by thick forests, giving it a dramatic and imposing appearance. Built in the 14th century, the castle served as a strategic defense point against invading forces, including the Ottoman Empire. The architecture of Bran Castle is a mix of medieval and Gothic styles, with its tall towers, narrow staircases, and labyrinth-like corridors. It has 57 rooms, including a secret passage that adds to its mysterious aura. Despite its popular association with Bram Stoker's fictional Dracula, there is no evidence that Vlad the Impaler, the historical figure who inspired the character, ever lived there.

   2 h

3. Brasov, previously known as Kronstadt. Its well-kept historical center filled with centuries-old homes connected by small streets paved with cobblestone retains its German medieval charm. Your walking tour of this lovely town starts from the main square, which features the Gothic Black Church (BisericaNeagră ), old City Hall, watch towers, walls around the former citadel, and the narrowest street in Europe.

   1 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Bucharest

• Its from-price is 12% above the median of the 277 day trips we list in Bucharest.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 58 of 277.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Bucharest

Belle-époque boulevards, Orthodox churches and communist-era monuments meet around a busy old town in Bucharest, Romania's capital.

The vast Palace of the Parliament, among the largest administrative buildings in the world, dominates the centre as a striking legacy of the Ceaușescu era. Calea Victoriei, the grand avenue, leads past the domed Romanian Athenaeum concert hall, the former Royal Palace that houses the National Museum of Art, and Revolution Square, where the events of 1989 unfolded.

Top-ranked sights in Bucharest: Palace of Parliament (Palatul Parlamentului), Revolution Square (Piata Revolutiei), Arcul de Triumf (Arch of Triumph).

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