In the first ten months of the year, Romania was visited by 1.818 million foreign tourists, an increase of 30.8% compared to the same period in 2022, according to data published by the National Institute of Statistics. The highest numbers of foreign tourists come from Germany, Italy, Israel, and the United States of America.
The total number of tourist arrivals in accommodation units in October 2023 was 1094.0 thousand, 4.4% more than in the same month of the previous year. Romanian tourists were the majority, at 82.8%, while visitors from the European Union represented 57.2% of the number of foreign tourists arriving in Romania. In October 2023, the majority of foreign tourists visited Bucharest and county seat cities, excluding Tulcea (80.3%), as well as mountain resorts, at 6.2%.
Regarding the number of nights spent in Romania recorded in tourist reception structures (including apartments and rooms for rent), in October 2023 they totaled 2222.4 thousand, an increase of 1.6% compared to those in October 2022. Overnight stays by Romanian tourists represented 82.3%, while overnight stays by foreign tourists accounted for 17.7%.
During the period January 1 – October 31, 2023, Romania was visited by 1818.5 thousand foreign tourists, an increase of 30.8% compared to the same period in 2022. Most foreign tourists come from Germany, Italy, Israel, and the United States of America.
The average length of stay between January 1 and October 31, 2023, was approximately 2.2 days for Romanian tourists and 2.1 days for foreign tourists.
By county, during the same period, the number of tourist arrivals in reception structures recorded higher values in: Constanța (1528.4 thousand people), Bucharest Municipality (1527.0 thousand people), and Brașov (1271.2 thousand people), while tourist overnight stays in reception structures recorded higher values in: Constanța (5093.3 thousand), Bucharest Municipality (3027.7 thousand), and Brașov (2394.6 thousand).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much did foreign tourism grow in Romania in 2023?
Foreign tourist arrivals increased by 30.8% in the first ten months of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022, reaching 1.818 million visitors.
Which countries send the most tourists to Romania?
The top countries of origin for foreign tourists visiting Romania are Germany, Italy, Israel, and the United States.
What are the most popular destinations in Romania by overnight stays?
The counties with the highest number of tourist overnight stays are Constanța, Bucharest, and Brașov.