Location: Alba Iulia
Top Things to do in Alba Iulia
- 1. Citadel of Alba Iulia
- 2. Catedrala Reintregirii Neamului (Coronation Cathedral)
- 3. St Michael's Roman Catholic Cathedral
- 4. Scarisoara Ice Cave
- 5. Roman Castrum Ruins
- 6. Sala Unirii
- 7. Obeliscul lui Horea, Closca si Crisan
- 8. Framm's
- 9. National Museum of Union
- 10. Traseul Celor Trei Fortificatii
Top 10 Things to do in Alba Iulia, Romania
Alba Iulia (Romanian pronunciation: [ˌalba ˈjuli.a] ( listen); German: Karlsburg or Carlsburg, formerly Weißenburg, Hungarian: Gyulafehérvár, Latin: Apulum, Ottoman Turkish: Erdel Belgradı or Belgrad-ı Erdel) is a city located on the Mureş River in Alba County, Transylvania, Romania, with a population of 63,536 as of 2011. Since the High Middle Ages, the city has been the seat of Transylvania's Roman Catholic diocese. Between 1541 and 1690 it was the capital of the Eastern Hungarian Kingdom and the latter Principality of Transylvania. Alba Iulia is historically important for Romanians, Hungarians and Transylvanian Saxons.
Restaurants in Alba Iulia
1. Citadel of Alba Iulia
Overall Ratings
5 based on 488 reviews
*** Alba Iulia - Alba Carolina Citadel *** A town coated by the legendary halo of the great historical events that took place within its ancient walls, Alba Iulia has deeply got into the Romanian people's mind and soul. No other Transylvanian town has gathered so many crucial meanings and symbols. With thousands and thousands of years of human existence lying behind it, Alba Iulia represents the charming mirror in which all the ethnic groups of Transylvania can discover their vigor or their traditions of yore. The heart of Alba Iulia is Alba Carolina Citadel. Alba Carolina, the most representative bastion fortress in Romania and Southeast Europe, built upon the initiative of Emperor Charles the VIth of Habsburg, under the supervision of the French-born Austrian field marshal Eugene of Savoy, is wearing its royal robe. A royal Citadel, residence of the bishopric, capital of autonomous principality, and a military garrison, Alba Iulia has been during all historical periods the main political, administrative, religious, cultural, and military centre of Transylvania. We invite you to visit The Other Capital of Romania.
Reviewed By Alin A - Bucharest, Romania
We came here for New Year's, and we didn't regret. Far from the crowded cities, and with such a beautiful Citadel, nicely decorated for the holidays, lots of places to buy hot wine, pies, local donuts, souvenirs, while you walk nicely around the old buildings of so different eras.
You will find relics and historical sites from the Roman Empire, Austrian type buildings, Romanian constructions, the Union Museum, and Union Hall.
2. Catedrala Reintregirii Neamului (Coronation Cathedral)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By tomaciprian2004 - Romania
This Cathedral is the symbol of a special event in Romanian history: the coronation of Romanian kings as kings of Great Romania, Romania at its biggest extent. It was built in a record time of just 1.5 years with the financial support of the Royal House of Romania.
3. St Michael's Roman Catholic Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By AndruskM - Bucharest, Romania
A clasica goth Cathedral, really simple and nice, peaceful. The tower was not available to visit however just walking around was a beautiful experience. The explanations under the statues were mostly in Hungarian, very few in English and almost none in Romanian.
4. Scarisoara Ice Cave
Overall Ratings
4 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By mirelatoader - Bucharest, Romania
Scarisoara is a must see if you visit the Apuseni Mountains in Romania. The scenery is spectacular, especially the scenery around the cave. The words are not enough, you must go there and see with your own eyes. I took dousins of pictures and could not get enough.
I recommend caution if you intend to take very young children there. The houndreds of stairs you have to step down towards the cave are very abrupt, we had yo carry our three year old because it was too difficult for her. Inside the cave it is quite chilly, the say about 4 dregrees Celsius, so you must dress for cold temperature, especially the children.
Sandals or shorts or skirts are out of question.
The way towards the cave, from the parking lot, is also very beautiful, you must walk 10 minutes through the forest to reach the place where you get the tickets and start going down the steps to the cave.
Since there are very few glaciers like Scarisoara in the world, this is a rare opportunity to see and experience. Enjoy!
5. Roman Castrum Ruins
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By carmen u
If you have some time, you must go around the fort. You can't go inside, it's no entry. If you visit in a summer, you will need a hat or a umbrella because the sun is strong. Interesting to be seen!
6. Sala Unirii
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By cprealtor4u - Boise, Idaho
We are Romanians, and even us would have liked a little more detailed explanations. The exhibits are quite interesting, the ones that depict life in rural Romania, and customs, but even they could benefit by more written details or even an audio guide.
Other than that, we enjoyed our visit.
7. Obeliscul lui Horea, Closca si Crisan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By carmen u
Obelisk of Horea, Closca and Crisan in Alba Iulia is located on str. Mihai Viteazul, third in the gate of the fortress Alba Carolina.
It was built in 1937 with the contribution of population and is dedicated to the memory Horea, Closca and Crisan.
His height is 22m.
The view is grate, from here you can see the city.
8. Framm's
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Enjoy quality time, and one of the best coffees you've ever drink. Starting from 8 am until 24 pm, we're expecting you in a peace & quiet location for a moment of relaxation in a historical building.
Reviewed By lelujam - Europe
After you pass small Japanese garden and climb some stairs, you get into this place, inside Alba Iulia fortress. We were there for afternoon drinks. Nicely shaped place. Local artists collage on the walls. Sleepy cat in one of the chairs. Place where both young, hipster generation and older tourist come for coffee, drinks, snack... For me personaly - just another cafe,
9. National Museum of Union
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By DANMD - Bucharest, Romania
Here representatives of the Transylvanian Saxons gathered (own will) in Alba Iulia on 1 December 1918 to read the proclamation of the union (The Big Union) of Transylvania with the Kingdom of Romania. Nice paintings are exposed here talking about the second Royal family. All the documents signed in 1918 are to be seen.
This building also presents a second museum where one can admire traditional costumes from the area.
10. Traseul Celor Trei Fortificatii
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