Prahova County (Cities: Ploiesti, Câmpina, Băicoi)
Prahova is a Romanian county in the Wallachia region with the capital of Ploiesti district. It is named after the Prahova river of the same name, its common abbreviation and license plate are PH. Prahova county borders Brașov county in the north, Buzău county in the east, Ialomița and Ilfov counties in the south and Dâmbovița county in the west.
Tourist attractions / Excursion destinations and Recommendations / Activities

Sinaia | Prahova County
[More about] [Map]
Experience the city of Sinaia and take a walk to Peles Castle and its “little brother” Pelisor, visit Busteni and Cantacuzino Castle (location of the Netfilx series Wednesday) or the Caraiman Monastery, the Caraiman Mountains and the Caraiman Peak / Sphinx (cable car / gondola in Romanian Telecabina, available). Not far away is Rasnov (town, fortress, Dinopark) and Törzburg (Bran, the castle of Dracula) and Brasov / Kronstadt can also be reached in a short time.

Peles Castle | Prahova County
[More about] [Map]
Peleș Castle is one of the most beautiful castles that Romania has, and it was also unique at the time it was built. With a special beauty and a charming atmosphere, this castle takes you with your thoughts to an amazing world, full of magic, princes and princesses. The surroundings of the castle are also special, offering you unforgettable moments and peace of mind. You cannot miss the opportunity to visit it under any circumstances. Peleș Castle is located in the Sinaia mountain resort in Prahova County and only 44 km away from the city of Brașov.

Pelisor Castle | Prahova County
[More about] [Map]
Pelișor Castle is located approximately 300 meters from its “big brother”, Peleș Castle in Prahova County. The castle was built in chalet style by King Carol I between 1899 and 1902 for the future King Ferdinand I and Queen Maria of Romania by the architect Karel Liman.

Cantacuzino Castle | Prahova County
[More about] [Map]
Cantacuzino Castle is one of the most important tourist attractions both in the mountain resort of Bușteni and in the whole area of Valea Prahova. Its beauty takes you back to ancient times, when there were princes and princesses, making you step into another world.

Iulia Hasdeu Castle | Prahova County
[More about] [Map]
The Muzeul Hașdeu in Câmpina, Prahova County, is a unique cultural monument which preserves the history and heritage of the Hașdeu family. It is housed in the former residence of Bogdan Petriceicu Hașdeu.

Caraiman Monastery | Prahova County
[More about] [Map]
Hidden in the Bucegi Mountains, Caraiman Monastery is a spiritual refuge amidst nature. Its architectural style combines traditional Romanian elements with Byzantine influences. It offers a place of peace and meditation for believers, being an important landmark in the country’s mountain religious landscape.

Salt Mine Slanic Prahova | Prahova County
[More about] [Map]
Slănic Prahova Salt Mine is a salt mining operation located in Slănic resort, Prahova county, at approx. 100 km from Bucharest. It was opened to visitors after 1970. The mine is located at a depth of 208m and covers an area of 53,000sqm. The salt massif is 5-6 km long, about 2-3 km wide and can be exploited for several thousand years. The salt is in the form of well-developed crystals, which form a compact grainy mass, in which large crystals divide into the mass of small crystals.

Bucegi Natural Park | Prahova County
[More about] [Map]
In the Bucegi Natural Park there are two car access roads that cover almost the entire surface, helping the access of tourists, one on the southern side starting from the Moroieni locality and the other on the eastern side, starting from Sinaia. Access is usually via forest paths and roads. Access towns are: Sinaia, Poiana Țapului, Bușteni, Azuga, Predeal Bran, Rucăr, Zărnești, etc. The Bucegi Mountains also have many cabins of varying degrees of comfort, equipment and sizes, as well as a 3-star hotel in the Ialomiței Valley.

The Sphinx and Babele | Prahova County
[More about] [Map]
The Sphinx and the Babele, emblematic rock formations in the Bucegi Mountains, attract tourists with their mystery and beauty. Accessible by cable car from Bușteni or by mountain trails, these natural monuments are steeped in legends and enigmatic energies. The panorama from the Buceg plateau makes this area an ideal place for photography and meditation.

Ploiesti | Prahova City
[More about] [Map]
Ploiești, known as the “city of black gold,” is an important industrial center with a history tied to oil extraction and refining. In the past, it was one of Romania’s most developed cities. The Clock Museum and the Petroleum Museum provide an interesting glimpse into the city’s local identity. Situated close to Bucharest, Ploiești boasts solid infrastructure and a rapidly transforming economy, while retaining its strategic role.
Facebook PostsView all Facebook posts!
























