Drinks & Nightlife
CZECH IN CASA CU BERE
6 Strada BistricioareiSightseeing
Only to walk around it and view it from up close or over the city's quarters is impressive. Going inside and taking the elevator up to the tower offers stronger emotions. However, only by knowing a bit more about its history can really put things together.
Biserica Evanghelică Bistrița
Piața CentralăOnly to walk around it and view it from up close or over the city's quarters is impressive. Going inside and taking the elevator up to the tower offers stronger emotions. However, only by knowing a bit more about its history can really put things together.
Arts & Culture
Casa Argintarului
Strada DorneiA perfectly preserved Renaissance house.
Sinagoga din Bistrița
10 General Grigore BalanA superbly restored synagogue serving as a concert hall.
Parks & Nature
Superb hiking in a national park of the eastern Carpathians. Superb high altitude lake (great for sailing and kayaking)
Colibița
Superb hiking in a national park of the eastern Carpathians. Superb high altitude lake (great for sailing and kayaking)
Parcul Municipal Bistrita
10-11 Strada Parcului19th century park. Great strolls, picnics etc
Food Scene
Casa Doamnelor
16 Pietonalul Liviu RebreanuHonest Transylvanian fare.
Restaurant Villa
20 Bulevardul RepubliciiMostly light Italian food and new French bistro.
Tree Coffee
49 Piata UniriiBest coffee east of Cluj's Narcoffe. The bearded baristas know what they are doing.
Turtica Magică
10 Bulevardul IndependențeiAfghan-style kebab. Best fast food in town.
Erins Pub
19 Strada Gheorghe ȘincaiIrish bar across the street from your apartment
Essentials
Carrefour Market
nr.48 Strada GăriiServiceable food store within walking distance.