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From Brasov: Bran Castle & Rasnov Small-Group Tour

5.0(106)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 106 reviews5 hFree cancellationBy Active Travel Day Tours
BRAN CASTLE

About this activity

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.

What's included

  • ✓Round-trip transport by air-conditioned car or minivan
  • ✓Professional Driver/guide
  • ✓Hotel (only from Brasov city) pickup and drop-off

Not included

  • ✕Food and drinks
  • ✕Gratuities
  • ✕Entrance fee to Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers 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 sanitizer. 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. Organizing 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 favorite 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 August 1, 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.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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