Top places to visit in Constanța

• Constanța Casino

  landmark · about 0.8 h · check the fee at the gate

  The iconic Art Nouveau seafront casino (1910), recently restored — the emblem of the city.

• Museum of National History & Archaeology

  archaeology · about 1.3 h · check the fee at the gate

  The major museum of ancient Tomis on Ovid Square, home to the famous Glykon Serpent statue.

• Genoese Lighthouse

  lighthouse · about 0.3 h · check the fee at the gate

  A 19th-century lighthouse on the seafront honouring the medieval Genoese merchants of Tomis.

• Constanța Aquarium

  aquarium · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  A seafront aquarium opposite the Casino, displaying Black Sea, freshwater and exotic species.

• Grand Mosque of Constanța (Carol I)

  mosque · about 0.7 h · check the fee at the gate

  A 1913 mosque with a 50 m minaret you can climb for sweeping views over the old peninsula and harbour.

• Roman Mosaic Edifice

  roman · about 0.8 h · check the fee at the gate

  A 4th-century Roman commercial complex on Ovid Square displaying a huge, well-preserved polychrome floor mosaic.

• Ovid Square & Statue (Piața Ovidiu)

  square · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  The central square of the old peninsula, with the 1887 bronze statue of the exiled Roman poet Ovid.

• Cathedral of Saints Peter & Paul

  orthodox · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Constanța's main Orthodox cathedral (1885), built in a Greco-Roman-Byzantine style.

• Mamaia Beach

  beach · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  Romania's flagship Black Sea resort beach — 8 km of fine sand lined with hotels, clubs and beach bars.

• Constanța Dolphinarium

  dolphinarium · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  A dolphinarium within the Natural Sciences complex near Tăbăcărie Lake, with shows and a planetarium.

• Tomis Tourist Port

  marina · about 0.7 h · check the fee at the gate

  The marina and promenade below the peninsula, the departure point for Black Sea boat trips.

• Folk Art Museum (Muzeul de Artă Populară)

  folk · about 0.8 h · check the fee at the gate

  A museum of Romanian traditional costumes, textiles and crafts near Ovid Square.

Things to do

• Old Town Peninsula Walking Tour Walking · 1.5 h · from RON 50 per person
• Constanța & Mamaia Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour · 1.5 h · from RON 10 per person
• Black Sea Boat Trip from Tomis Port Boat · 1 h · from RON 80 per person
• Histria Ancient Ruins Day Trip Tour · 5 h · from RON 200 per person
• Danube Delta Day Trip Tour · 10 h · from RON 350 per person

Day trips and tours

• Danube Delta Boat Safari 10 h · from RON 350

Where to stay in Constanța

• Peninsula / Old Town about RON 350 per night

  The historic core with the Casino, mosque and Roman ruins — atmospheric and central.

• Mamaia Resort Strip about RON 500 per night

  The 8 km barrier-beach resort north of the city, lined with beachfront hotels and clubs.

Hotels

• IAKI Conference & Spa Hotel 5-star · RON 500 to RON 900 per night
• Hotel Del Mar 4-star · RON 350 to RON 600 per night
• Vega Hotel Mamaia 4-star · RON 300 to RON 500 per night
• Hostel Cazino Sud RON 80 to RON 220 per night
• Hotel Ferdinand 4-star · RON 300 to RON 500 per night
• Ibis Constanța 3-star · RON 250 to RON 400 per night

Where to eat

• Marco Polo Italian · about RON 90 per person
• On Plonge Seafood · about RON 120 per person
• Irish Pub Constanța International, Pub · about RON 80 per person
• La Ana și Ion Romanian · about RON 80 per person
• Vistier 13 Wine Bar, European · about RON 150 per person
• The View International · about RON 120 per person
• Osteria d'Italy Italian · about RON 105 per person
• Toscana Italian · about RON 130 per person

Getting to Constanța

Airport: Constanța (CND)

How visitors arrive in Constanța

• Train from Bucharest By train from Bucharest · common

  Most train connections to Constanta come from Bucharest, the region's main rail hub. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Car or bus from Bucharest By road from Bucharest · common

  The A2 motorway from Bucharest is the most popular road route; buses arrive at the South Bus Station. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Flight into Kogalniceanu Airport By air from Istanbul, London · possible

  The nearby airport has limited international flights and no domestic ones; one road leads into the city. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the railway station to the centre

• Train to Gara Constanța

  Most trains come from Bucharest to Gara Constanța at the end of Strada Gării, a short walk from the centre. Timetables are on the CFR Călători site. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Avoid cabs parked right at the train station; walk a short way and hail a yellow taxi, and insist the meter is started. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the bus terminal to the centre

• Coaches to Autogara Sud

  Intercity buses and minibuses to coastal resorts use Autogara Sud (Herli-Sof) on Strada Theodor Burada, a short walk from the train station. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Bus

  Local buses and minibuses cover Constanța, including a minibus line to Mamaia; paper tickets must be validated on board.

• Taxi

  Taxis in Constanța are yellow with the tariff shown on the driver's door, and should run on the meter.

• Walking

Paying

• Taxis do not accept cards, so carry cash in Romanian lei. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Safety and scams to avoid

• Beach-bar and club bill padding

  Mamaia strip

  Some beach bars and clubs add sunbed/umbrella "fees" or pad the bill in peak summer.

  How to avoid it: Confirm sunbed and drink prices up front and check the itemized bill before paying.

Best time to visit Constanța

• Jan 5°C
• Feb 7°C
• Mar 10°C
• Apr 15°C
• May 21°C
• Jun 26°C
• Jul 28°C
• Aug 28°C
• Sep 23°C
• Oct 18°C
• Nov 12°C
• Dec 7°C

More in Romania

• Bucharest
• Brașov
• Cluj-Napoca
• Sibiu
• Timișoara
• Sighișoara

Frequently asked questions about Constanța

What are the main places to visit in Constanța?

Places covered in our Constanța guide include Constanța Casino, Museum of National History & Archaeology, Genoese Lighthouse, Constanța Aquarium, Grand Mosque of Constanța (Carol I).

Where should I stay in Constanța?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Constanța: Peninsula / Old Town, Mamaia Resort Strip.

How do I get around Constanța?

Ways to get around Constanța covered in our guide: City bus, Taxi, Walking.

What scams should I watch out for in Constanța?

Scams reported to us for Constanța include Beach-bar and club bill padding. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Constanța?

Average daytime highs in Constanța run from 5°C in Jan to 28°C in Jul.

Which airport is nearest to Constanța?

The nearest airport to Constanța has the code CND.