What budget for activities and outings Romania?

Except for a few key places such as the Bran and Peleș castles, or the Parliament Palace, the entrances to museums and tourist sites are generally very cheap. Children and students almost systematically benefit from reduced rates (often divided by two or four), as well as pensioners and senior citizens (a little less systematic and often a little less reduced). It is necessary to be able to show proof of this. Young children are free of charge.
If you want to take photos, an additional fee will be charged.
Bring change to pay: there will not always be a card payment terminal!
Some cities offer group rates for visiting different sites. This is the case for example in Sibiu.

The many parks in Bucharest are well suited for running (especially the park Herăstrău in the north). But beware, many are taken by storm on weekends. Their tarred paths are also popular for rollerblading. In winter, people come here to toboggan. The same goes for big cities like Timișoara, Iași, Cluj and Oradea, reputed to be the greenest city in Romania.

There are many opportunities for hiking in the country, especially in the Carpathians and its foothills. The paths are generally well marked in the natural parks, but it is more random outside. Another possibility for hiking is the Via Transilvanica, a 1,000 km route from Drobeta-Turnu Severin to Putna. The signposting of bicycle and mountain bike circuits is also being developed. Among the most suitable places for cycling are the Transylvanian hills around Saschiz and Sighișoara, or Maramureș.

The Carpathian lakes offer great swimming opportunities

The cost of living is lower than in France. But some imported products are barely cheaper.

Payment by credit card (including contactless) is widespread in shops

Bucharest is an increasingly popular destination for partying. The clubs are numerous, the prices of the entries and the consumption are much lower than in France.

You can also take advantage of being in Romania to treat yourself to an opera performance or a classical music concert: all the major cities have very beautiful venues offering quality programming

What budget to eat Romania?

The good news is that you will be able to treat yourself to food, as restaurants have very low prices. In the cheapest establishments and in rural pensions, you will get by for less than 10 € for a full meal. Count 10 to 20 € for a good table. Above 20 €, you are in luxury.
You will be able to satisfy your hunger for almost nothing at the counters of covrigi, plăcinte and other pateuri (savoury puff pastries). Also look out for the canteens and selfs: popular, they often eat very well and at even lower prices.

Count about 2 € for a classic pint of beer. For a local craft beer, it will cost you around 3 €. An espresso costs between €1 and €1.50 (up to €3-4 for coffee specialities), a soda or juice around €2, a tea or a large homemade lemonade around €3.

As in restaurants, it is customary to leave a tip for the service, equivalent to 10% of the bill.

What is the budget for accommodation Romania?

Youth hostels, which are becoming more and more common in cities, are the most economical option. Count 8 to 16 € for a bed in a dormitory. Many also offer double rooms at attractive prices. Another solution for smaller budgets are mountain huts (cabană) and campsites, most of which offer cabins (căsuțe) for 2 people, often basic.
In the countryside, the countless guesthouses often offer a very good price/quality ratio. The possibilities range from a simple small room in a traditional rural house to a comfortable pension with a swimming pool. The average price for a double room (breakfast included) is between 25 and 40 €, a little less for the more rustic pensions, a little more for the more comfortable ones. We advise you to opt for half board: meals are often delicious and inexpensive. In the tourist areas, you will be offered rooms in local houses (cameră de închiriat): often cheaper, but with a more uncertain quality. Don't hesitate to visit and agree on the price before concluding.
In small towns, mid-range hotels have prices similar to pensions. In big cities, count from 50 to 90 € for charming establishments and over 100 € for luxury hotels. On the coast, the price of accommodations skyrockets in July-August, often doubling or even tripling.

Travel budget Romania and cost of living

Romania is a destination that suits all budgets. The cost of living is quite low, and by using public transport, staying in modest pensions, youth hostels or small hotels you will find the country is cheap. For food, whether in restaurants or shops, prices are very low. But of course you can also rent a car and stay in 4 or 5 star hotels. Accommodation will be the most important part of your expenses: count 10 to 15 € per night per person for small budgets, 20 to 50 € for medium budgets, more for big wallets.

It is customary to leave a tip in bars and restaurants (about 10% of the bill).