Clasic Tour of Cluj Napoca
Description
Let's travel back in time and uncover the amazing story of Cluj-Napoca, from its early days as a tiny Roman trade post to its transformation into the vibrant metropolis it is today. On this tour, I'll take you through the city's most iconic streets and monuments, sharing the juiciest legends and stories behind each one. Hear about the antics of kings, princes, monks, and commoners, and dive into gripping tales of assassination, justice, and maybe even a little bit of medieval mischief! You'll get a feel for the city's layout, making it easy to navigate like a local. But wait, there's more! I'll also reveal the best spots for a cold beer or some mouthwatering ice cream. Ready for an adventure filled with history, mystery, and a dash of fun. Join this tour and discover the hidden gems of Cluj-Napoca!
Tour Options
Itinerary
A Gothic jewel, We will tell you the story of how it was built, from a small chapel outside the city walls to this magnificent edifice in the main square. It is the second largest church in the geographical region of Transylvania, Romania. We will visit the interior of the church.
Is one of the most imposing Baroque-style art monuments built in Transylvania. The church is dedicated to the Holy Trinity, and the main religious artifact is the icon of the Virgin Mary with the Infant. If it is open, we will also visit the interior.
Discover Babeș-Bolyai University, the prestigious heart of Cluj-Napoca's academic life. This renowned institution boasts a rich history and a vibrant campus.
We will enter this majestic medieval church built in the late 15th century and admire the largest collection of coats of arms from this part of Europe. NB: Starting November 1st, the visiting time ends at 2 PM, from Monday to Friday. Any tour booked later than 1 PM will have to skip this entrance!
The best preserved corner tower of the medieval city, with an interesting story to tell.
The opera house was built between 1904 and 1906 by the famous Austrian architects Ferdinand fellner. The Opera shares the same building with the National Theatre in Cluj-Napoca.
A marvelous piece of Byzantine architecture - It comes with a funny story during its construction,
Was built during the 19th century in a symmetrical manner, featuring the eclectic architectural style,[1] accordingly the Haussmann urbanistic trend. It is commonly called strada oglindă (mirror street).
Visit the splendid Bánffy Palace in Cluj-Napoca, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture built in the 18th century. Once the residence of the noble Bánffy family, this grand palace now houses the National Museum of Art.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(14)
Pleasant visit of the historic heart of the city, with a friendly guide who is passionate about history and architecture.
Manuela taught me a lot about the city. It was truly very interesting and exciting. Manuela knows a great deal about the history of Romania and more. She was able to answer each of my questions, by the way. In short, I loved it; Cluj Napoca is a very beautiful city to know and visit. By the way, this tour was ideal for a first immersion in Transylvania. Thanks again to Manuela, who spoke fluent French.
As a group of Erasmus french students and teachers, we've been to a 2-hour guided tour of the center of Cluj with Manuela. She adapted her english for our students and also spoke french with them. We ended our experience pleinty of historical anecdotes and also with a great recommandation for food options. Thank you and see you soon.
Our guide Manuela took us around Cluj shared information ,personal stories and gave us a brilliant insight into the history and present day of Cluj and Romania. She was amazing with a friendly personality. The walking tour was very interesting. Would highly recommend Manuela
I had a great time with Manuela who was my guide during a tour around Cluj-Napoca. Her sense of humor and apt choice of information made the tour both amusing and informative. Congratulations, Manuela, for your professional attitude and a friendly atmosphere during the tour.
Yeah. It was very interesting. You can see that Manuela knows the city and its history very well. She is a real local guide and speaks French very well.
Thank you very much for everything! It was beautiful! Very interesting. Manuela knows the city and its history very well. We see that she is a real local guide and she speaks French very well.
We had a fantastic experience exploring Cluj with Manuela, who conducted the entire tour in Polish. Her knowledge of the city's history, culture, and architecture was truly impressive. She shared fascinating stories and insights that brought Cluj to life, making the tour both educational and enjoyable. Spędziliśmy fantastyczne chwile zwiedzając Cluj z Manuelą, która opowiadała nam o Cluj w języku polskim. Jej wiedza na temat historii, kultury i architektury miasta była naprawdę imponująca. Dzieliła się fascynującymi opowieściami i ciekawostkami, które ożywiły Cluj, czyniąc wycieczkę zarówno edukacyjną, jak i przyjemną. Manuela - dziękujemy!
Great walking tour of Cluj, very informative, well paced. Our guide (Manuela) was amazing and very knowledgeable, we thoroughly enjoyed our time with her. She managed to keep my teenagers interested in the history as well.
Tour with a lot of interest and with curious details about the culture of Romania and in particular details of Cluj. Manuela shows a lot of competence and interest in guide work and with great knowledge of the topics.
