From Brasov: Discover Bran Castle and Râșnov Fortress

From Brasov: Discover Bran Castle and Râșnov Fortress

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Overview

Immerse yourself in the legends of Transylvania with a visit to Bran Castle and Râșnov Fortress, on a small group tour. Departing from Braşov, the half-day hour tour begins with a stop at Râșnov to explore its imposing, 13th-century fortress. Next up is Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’ — a hilltop estate that conjures up visions of howling wolves and bats fluttering in the moonlight. Wander the castle’s Gothic chambers and learn about its ties to Bram Stoker’s undead antihero.

Activity location

Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
- Str. General Traian Mosoiu nr. 24,
- 507025, Bran, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

"George Barițiu" County Library
- 33-35 Bulevardul Eroilor
- 500036, Brașov, Județul Brașov, Romania

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Bran and Rasnov

5h
English

Car or 7+1 seats minibus

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 08:00

Price details

€46.00 x 1 Adult€46.00

Paid at activity€42.00

Total

Until Fri, 12 Jun

What's included, what's not

Return transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
Professional Driver/guide
Hotel (only from Brasov city) pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Service charge
Entrance fee to Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress

Know before you book

Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Small group tour
Sturdy hiking footwear recommended
MONDAY BRAN CASTLE IS OPENED AT 12:00.
All year round - Try to avoid Saturdays and Sundays, as they tend to be very crowded.
RASNOV FORTRESS IS CLOSED for the moment! However, we can still visit the outside walls and exterior courtyard as follows: Starting Wednesday, August 13, 2025, the Garden of the Medieval Fortress of Rasnov and the Báthory Tower, located at the entrance to the garden, will be accessible only with an admission ticket.
Please bring your own mask; we provide hand sanitiser. We are cleaning vehicles after every tour.
The recommendations of our tour guides: We are always eager to make sure our guests have a wonderful time while participating on our tours. Organising private and small group tours allows us to be flexible with time and always have opportunities for breaks. Usually, we arrive to Bran around mid-day and after visiting Bran castle our guests can have some free time on the premises and nearby the castle grounds for lunch, shopping or photographing the area. In the Tea House, a small restaurant in the castle’s courtyard one can try the Funeral cake, a porridge like dessert with walnuts, raisins, rom and much more. In Romanian called Coliva the funeral cake usually is served at funerals and commemoration of deceased loved ones. It goes well with a good coffee or tea. Nearby the castle entrance a small souvenir market is located, our favourite stall is selling traditional masks and handcrafted objects and textiles. Please ask your guide to point it out to you! Our guests have the option to decide to have a proper sit-down meal or something quick on the move. The same market has food stalls, one of the most popular ones sells Romanian Hot Dogs (local sausage sandwiches) and Hanul Bran restaurant offers a large choice of tasty Romanian cuisine.
Meeting point: In front of Biblioteca Județeană "George Barițiu", Bulevardul Eroilor 33-35. Please be aware that we provide pick-up and drop-off services exclusively within the city of Brașov, as well as for guests staying outside the old town. The pick-up time will vary based on the location requested. Additionally, we are happy to drop off guests at a different location than the pick-up point for an additional fee.
Starting 1 August, 2025, guided tours inside Bran Castle will be conducted exclusively by the castle's official guides or independently, without the assistance of our tour guide, due to Bran Castle's new policies—more details can be found on their website.
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

2h
Admission ticket not included

A short drive brings you to Bran Castle, nicknamed ‘Dracula’s Castle’ for its ties to Bram Stoker’s 1897 Gothic tale and its bloodthirsty villain. The high stone walls and red turrets of this hilltop citadel come into view as you approach the secluded castle, set among the dramatic backdrop of the Carpathians. Enter if you dare, after paying the site fee (own expense), and wander through the castle’s many well-preserved rooms and chambers with your guide. Gothic furnishings and details help set the scene for ghastly legends of all that happened here, including the imprisonment of Vlad the Impaler. This 15th-century prince was notorious for his bloodthirsty campaigns against invading Turks and is said to have inspired Stoker’s malevolent Count Dracula.

Rasnov Citadel: Garden and Panoramic View

1h
Admission ticket not included

RASNOV FORTRESS IS CLOSED for the moment! However, we can still visit the outside walls and exterior courtyard as follows: Starting Wednesday, August 13, 2025, the Garden of the Medieval Fortress of Rasnov and the Báthory Tower, located at the entrance to the garden, will be accessible only with an admission ticket. Ticket details: ▪ The fee is 10 lei/person for visitors over 12 years old; ▪ Children under 12 years old enjoy free entry. ▪ Tickets can be purchased exclusively on-site, by card only (POS available).

Location

Activity location

Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)
- Str. General Traian Mosoiu nr. 24,
- 507025, Bran, Romania

Meeting/Redemption Point

"George Barițiu" County Library
- 33-35 Bulevardul Eroilor
- 500036, Brașov, Județul Brașov, Romania

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