• Countries
• Romania
• Galaţi

5-day Danube adventure: Galati, Romania

Discover the charm of Romania's lesser-known gem on your visit to Galaţi.

22 April 2023

Galati, Romania is a charming city located near the Danube River that offers many historical and cultural sights to explore. As a tourist, you can visit the Natural History Museum, the Natural Sciences Museum, and the Botanical Garden. Additionally, you can enjoy delicious Romanian cuisine at local restaurants or shop for souvenirs at the local markets.

Travel plan

• Check-in at Hotel Vega on the Danube riverfront
• Wander through the Old Town, admiring the architecture
• Visit the Natural Sciences Museum for a fascinating look at local flora and fauna
• Lunch at Crama Veche, where hearty Romanian dishes are paired with local wines
• Take a stroll along the riverbanks, and maybe even take a river cruise

• Take a short drive to the Bugeac Forest for a refreshing hike
• Visit the Saint Ana Monastery, with stunning frescoes and icons
• Stop by the Memorial Museum of the 1940 Odessa Massacre, for a sobering history lesson
• Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot, with local produce from the market
• Return to Galaţi for dinner at Casa Pacii, where traditional dishes are served in a cozy atmosphere

• Explore the Galati Art Museum and admire local and international exhibits
• Visit the Palace of Culture, an impressive neoclassical building with multiple events and exhibitions
• Lunch at La Gust or La Cocina, for delicious fusion cuisine
• Wander around the University of Galati campus and admire the modernist buildings
• End the day with a show at the Mihail Sadoveanu Theatre, an important cultural institution

• Visit the local market to sample local cheese, cured meats and bread
• Learn to cook traditional Romanian dishes at the Cooking Class by Ioana and enjoy your creations for lunch
• Take a tour of the Murfatlar Winery and sample some of Romania's best wines
• Return to the city for coffee and dessert at Cafe Lucia or Mama Mia Pizzeria
• Dinner at Taverna Sarbului, for a Balkan feast of grilled meats, salads, and ajvar spread

• Take a boat trip to the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve, a World Heritage Site and one of Europe's best-preserved wildlife areas
• Spot diverse bird species, try traditional fish dishes and visit the Letea Forest, with its unusual sand dunes and ancient oaks
• Return to the city for a farewell dinner at La Cuptor, where traditional dishes are cooked in the wood-fired oven
• End the night at Lebada Luxury Resort, for drinks by the pool and a spectacular view of the Danube