{"id":115265,"date":"2023-11-23T16:28:23","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T14:28:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rhn.ro\/top-romanian-counties-attracting-the-most-tourists\/"},"modified":"2026-02-25T10:45:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T08:45:05","slug":"top-romanian-counties-attracting-the-most-tourists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rhn.ro\/en\/top-romanian-counties-attracting-the-most-tourists\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Romanian Counties Attracting the Most Tourists"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The National Institute of Statistics (INS) has published the ranking of the most visited counties in Romania, based on the number of overnight stays booked in the first 6 months of 2023.<\/p>\n<p>The Municipality of Bucharest leads this ranking, followed by Bra\u0219ov, Cluj, Prahova, and Constan\u021ba.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Municipality of Bucharest<\/strong> \u2013 1,573,205 booked overnight stays. According to official data, the majority of foreign tourists visiting Bucharest are from Israel, followed by those from Italy. In Bucharest, most tourists visit the Palace of Parliament but also enjoy the constant entertainment in the Old Town.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bra\u0219ov County<\/strong> \u2013 1,213,635 overnight stays. The localities in Bra\u0219ov County are suitable for visiting regardless of the time of year. The city of Bra\u0219ov stands out for its exceptional architectural buildings, good food, and easy hikes that can be undertaken. Tourists also visit surrounding areas. For example, Predeal is an excellent destination during winter for skiing. Another highly visited locality in the county is Bran.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cluj County<\/strong> \u2013 568,238 overnight stays. Tourism in Cluj is primarily based on Cluj-Napoca. The main event of the year is the UNTOLD music festival. However, Cluj-Napoca is a city that has seen considerable development in recent years. It is noted for its good organization and order. Lately, rural tourism has also gained prominence in Cluj County. People looking to escape the hustle and bustle of large cities can find accommodation in an environment full of traditions and superb landscapes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Which Romanian city has the highest number of overnight stays?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bucharest is the top destination, recording over 1.57 million overnight stays in the first half of 2023.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the main nationalities of foreign tourists visiting Bucharest?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Official statistics show that the highest number of foreign visitors in the capital come from Israel and Italy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What makes Cluj County a popular tourism destination?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Cluj is popular for the UNTOLD festival, its rapid urban development and organization, as well as its growing rural tourism sector.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The National Institute of Statistics (INS) has published the ranking of the most visited counties in Romania, based on the number of overnight stays booked in the first 6 months of 2023. The Municipality of Bucharest leads this ranking, followed by Bra\u0219ov, Cluj, Prahova, and Constan\u021ba. Municipality of Bucharest \u2013 1,573,205 booked overnight stays. 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