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Sighisoara: 2-Hour City Tour

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Sighisoara: 2-Hour City Tour
4.9  / 543 reviews

Founded by Transylvanian Saxons during the 12th century, Sighişoara is a fine example of a small, fortified medieval town which played an important strategic and commercial role on the fringes of central Europe for several centuries.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 8 participants

Experience

Highlights

  • Wander through the beautiful medieval center of Sighisoara
  • Discover the mysterious church on the hill
  • Explore the history of Sighisoara

Full description

Designated as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, this perfectly intact 16th century gem with nine towers, cobbled streets, burgher houses and ornate churches rivals the historic streets of Old Prague or Vienna for atmospheric magic. It is also the birthplace of Vlad Dracula, also known as Vlad Tepes (Vlad the Impaler), ruler of the province of Walachia from 1456 to 1462. It was he who inspired Bram Stoker's fictional creation, Count Dracula. Stops / Cultural objectives to be visited: - The House with the Deer Antler - The Venician House - The  Church of the Convent - The Clock Tower  - The Catholic Church - The Tailors’ Tower - The Furriers’ Tower - The Butchers’ Tower - The Butchers’ Bastion - The Covered Staircase - The School Hill - The Church on the Hill (inside visit) - The German Cemetery - The Tin Moulders’ Tower - Vlad the Impaler’s birth house - Citadel’s Market place - The House with the Deer Antler

Includes

  • English-speaking, specialized guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fees
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

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Meeting point

In front of the Monastery Church.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card

Not allowed

  • Oversize luggage
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • EUR 10.00/ person = supplement for private tour
  • EUR 15.00/ person = supplement for tour in German

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 43 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5
  • Service
    4.3/5
  • Organization
    4.7/5

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Lyanne – NetherlandsAugust 27, 2024  – Verified booking
The tour was great, the guide was very knowledgeable and told a lot about the city and it's history. To learn more about the city, this tour is a good way to do it!
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Ioan – RomaniaAugust 22, 2024  – Verified booking
Our guide was extremely friendly, personable and knowledgeable. We learned a lot not only about Sighisoara, but also about Romanian history, traditions, and culture. A good value for money.
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Anna – United StatesAugust 12, 2024  – Verified booking
The tour was very intetesting and informative. Highly recommended for the first time visitors to learn and understand the history of the town and Transylvania in general. Charles is very knowledgeable and efficient. We enjoyed the tour a lot!
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Product ID: 135399

Activity provider:Carpathian Travel Center

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