Things to do in Oradea

Rafting or Kayaking trips on Crisul Repede river are the perfect choice for an awesome experience for you and your family. Our trips on the river are family friendly and also pet friendly. The kayaking trip includes an 1hour and half trip on the river, and one hour for the set up and transfer from the rafting base to the start point which is upstream in Suncuius. We ensure the whole equipment, all you need to bring with you is a swimming dress and a towel. We ll give u: wet suits (optional), wet shoes, helmets and paddles. The trip is a guided trip, so you don t have to worry about your swimming skills (you don’t have to know how to swim). Enjoy this beautiful river that flows through a spectacular canyon and jump into our beautiful waterfall. Vadu Crisului waterfall is one of the most beautiful and spectacular waterfalls in Romania. We have some diving spots, where u can try a front flip from your boat. The tipe of boat (raft or kayak) we ll use for the trip, we will decide in the day u will come, depends of the level of the river.

Discover the beauty of this art nouveau city through a 4 hours walking food and wine tour where you will find the perfect balance between walking, eating and wine tasting. Go on a delicious journey as you will taste more than 10 of the best food items beloved by the locals: from savory to sweet and local wines. Sample a selection of fine, carefully-chosen local wines, from small producers. This tour leaves every foodie and wine lover satisfied. Enjoy a bite of local sausages, home made pastas and lots of other authentic, local dishes. Each tasting is typical of the local cuisine and hand-picked by a local guide passionate about food. Stop by and admire the art nouveau, eclectic and secession style architecture and other remarkable spots in between food stops and learn their history and cultural relevance from your knowledgeable guide.

During this tour the tourist will have the possibility to learn the characteristics of main architecture styles like gothic, barock , roccoco, renaissance, brancovenesc, eclectic, neo - classic and secession which are to be found in Oradea. First these styles characteristics will be explained by the guide and then some examples will be given and finally the tourists are invited to discover them. Once this task fulfilled, they will be able to use their knowledge anywhere in Europe. An other section of the tour will reffer at the zone history, emphasizing the particularity of historical events which have put their mark on the orchitecture style.

Discover the beautiful caves of the Apuseni Mountains on a full-day tour from Timisoara to Oradea. Explore the Meziad Cave and Farcu Crystal Cave, and then discover the city of Oradea. Start your adventure by visiting the marvelous Meziad Cave. Afterward, enjoy lunch in a restaurant near the cave. Then, arrive at the Farcu Crystal Cave, which was discovered during a mine extension for extracting bauxite. Admire the wonderful crystal formations that grow horizontally. Next, go by car to Oradea, where you can discover a marvelous city. Admire a lot of Art Nouveau buildings starting from Piata Unirii: Town Hall, church Saint Ladislau, palace Deutsch, and palace Black Eagle. Cross the Crisul Repede river to reach Theater Square where you can take photos with some interesting buildings: Theater Regina Maria, The Palaces Adorjan, and Palace Stern. Then, walk near beautiful buildings like Palace Apollo, Palace Miksa Moskovits, and Palace Rimanoczy Sr. Reach the citadel of Oradea and take a ride inside and outside the walls. Nearby, there is also a beautiful Synagogue.

Discover the natural wonders of the Crisul Repede Gorges on a guided hike. Take in the scenic landscapes and imposing cliffs, and enjoy the numerous viewpoints along the trail. Start your hike and take in the scenery towards the great western plains. Look back at the hill Transylvanian countryside, and experience the legend of the limestone cliffs, with historical caves and citadels, taking through a former borderline, and a goods pass. Take stock of the scenery towards the great western plains, look back at the hill Transylvanian countryside, and experience the legend of the limestone cliffs, with historical caves and citadels, taking through a former borderline, and a goods pass. Take shelter from the sun on the left side of the river while strolling through the wonderous trails leading back to the trail head. Admire the Vadu Crisului falls in the middle of the return leg, and see the scenic river below meandering as well as the natural landscape from above.

Discover the western Romanian city of Arad on a walking tour. Admire its beautiful buildings, marvelous parks, and astonishing churches. Then, go by car to Oradea, where you can discover a marvelous city. Dive into the downtown city, starting from the Classical Theater Ioan Slavici, a reference building situated just at the end of the Revolutiei Avenue. Visit the Avram Iancu Square, a former place for the peasants to sell their goods to the citizens of the neighborhood. See beautiful buildings in a mix of architectural styles, including neoclassic, secession (art nouveau), and neorenaissance. Admire the beautiful buildings near the Mures river, such as the Moise Nicoara High School, the Cultural Palace, and the Palace of Justice. Head back to Revolutiei avenue to admire beautiful buildings like the Administrative Palace, where the town hall is located, the Cenad Palace, the Neumann Palace, and other beautiful constructions situated in the area. Before returning to Avram Iancu Square, visit the Reconciliation Park where 2 beautiful monuments can be admired. The next stop is the Cathedral Square where a beautiful orthodox church is situated. Then, go by car to Oradea, where you should discover a marvelous city. Admire a lot of Art Nouveau buildings starting from Piata Unirii: Town Hall, church Saint Ladislau, palace Deutsch, palace Black Eagle. Cross Crisul Repede river to reach Theater Square, where you can take photos with some interesting buildings: Theater Regina Maria, The Palaces Adorjan, Palace Stern. Then, on Calea Republicii, which starts no far from the Theater, walk near beautiful buildings like Palace Apollo, Palace Miksa Moskovits, Palace Rimanoczy Sr, and other marvelous buildings. Reach the citadel of Oradea and take a ride inside and outside the walls. Nearby, there is also a beautiful Synagogue.

Operating days: Daily Route: Cluj Napoca – Oradea – Felix – Cluj Napoca Day Itinerary Starting Point:Cluj • 09:00 o’clock from KFC, Piata Unirii in Cluj Napoca, Strada George Barițiu nr. 18 Transylvania, whether to its residents or frequent visitors, always holds the power to surprise and reinvent itself. From ancient cities emerging with a fresh, modern perspective, to small communities reconnecting with their heritage and traditional cuisine, and natural sites preserving some of Europe’s last untouched mountains and forests—Transylvania continuously amazes and captivates every time. From Cluj in the morning, and after approximately 2.5 hours, we’ll reach the city of Oradea 1. Oradea City Tour: Once one of the most significant religious and historical centers of Transylvania, Oradea boasts an impressive 18th-century citadel, recently restored to showcase various stages of the region’s history Main Attraction: • Citadel of Oradea: Explore the 18th-century fortress, a key historical landmark. • Zion Synagogue: Visit the beautiful and historical synagogue, reflecting Oradea's diverse cultural heritage. • Orthodox Cathedral & Catholic Cathedral: Discover stunning examples of religious architecture from different faiths. • Jugendstil Architecture: Walk through the city center and admire the palaces and buildings designed in the Art Nouveau style. • Black Eagle Hotel: Visit this famous historical hotel, an emblem of the city’s prosperous past. We invite you to sit back, relax, and enjoy a glass of fine Transylvanian wine while soaking in the charm and elegance of Oradea 3. Baile Felix: At noon, we will continue to Baile Felix, famous for its healing thermal waters. Here, we’ll spend the afternoon at a local spa, where we can indulge in various massages, treatments, and enjoy the warm pools and aqua world, complete with waterslides Main Attraction: • Thermal Springs & Spas: Baile Felix is most famous for its healing thermal waters that are rich in minerals such as sulfur, calcium, and magnesium. These waters are believed to have therapeutic benefits, especially for musculoskeletal and skin conditions. The spas here offer a variety of wellness treatments, including thermal baths, massages, and hydrotherapy. • Aqua Park: one of the largest water parks in the region, providing fun and relaxation for all ages • Outdoor Thermal Pools:the town offers numerous outdoor thermal pools surrounded by lush greenery, perfect for relaxing while enjoying the natural beauty of the area. 6. Return to Cluj: After a relaxing afternoon at Baile Felix, we’ll head back to Cluj Napoca, with a scenic 2.5-hour drive through the beautiful Transylvanian countryside.. This day trip to Oradea and Baile Felix offers a perfect mix of culture and relaxation. Explore Oradea’s historical and architectural charm, then unwind in the healing thermal waters of Baile Felix, leaving you refreshed and enriched with unforgettable experiences from Transylvania.

In the morning we start our trip leaving Oradea for one hour travel toward Chiscau. There we shall visit the cave around 50 minutes. The cave guide will give explanations in Romanian and the tour guide will do the translation. The Bear's cave was accidentally discovered by Tiberiu Curta in 1975. He was astonished by the beauty of the cave and the authorities decided to close the excavations and to open it to the large public. Today there are more than 200 000 visitors yearly. There are 3 halls of the cave opened for visiting - the "Hall of Bones" , the "Emil Racovita hall" partially and the "Hall of Candles" - the 4th hall of the cave is a speleological reservation , off limits to the general public. Around 140 bear skulls were found inside. It is said that a lanslide closed the entrance and the bears were forced to eat each other due to the lack of the food. In the vicinity of the cave there is a very interesting etnographic museum free of charge. Afternoon we shall return back in Oradea.

This tour will take you from the main view point above the the lake dragan through a narrow forest road down towards the right arm of the lake. From there, you can take a few minutes to cool down, before continuing with the main climb of the day, 200m of elevation, I can provide assistance to get you to the top, alternatively should you choose, we can walk. From there we'll pass the remote village of Alunu; we can stop for a short panorama just above. We'll continue descending towards the end of the lake through epic forest roads; We'll turn around at the lake to climb a bit, before stopping to gain a view of the shore line and the imposing Vladeasa peak. We'll follow the shoreline far above the lake before arriving to the lake end for some impressive views. The final 2km are all on tarmac, assistance will be provided if you feel tired.