Palatul Baroc
A large 18th-century Baroque palace, the former residence of the Roman Catholic bishops and now home to a museum.
Tickets →Oradea, Romania
Oradea: airports, things to do and where to stay
Oradea is a city in western Romania, close to the Hungarian border, famous for its Art Nouveau architecture, its palaces and a restored fortress. The Crișul Repede river runs through the centre.
Oradea airports
From the airport to central Oradea
Oradea airport is about 3 km from central Oradea.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal when flights arrive, and you can also order one by phone or with an app. Agree the price before you get in or make sure the meter is running. About 10 min to the centre, depending on traffic.
Oradea
Things to do in Oradea
Palatul Vulturul Negru
An Art Nouveau building from the early 20th century with a glass-covered arcade, a symbol of the city's architecture.
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Cetatea Oradea
A star-shaped bastioned fortress, restored in recent years, with museums, exhibitions and cafés inside.
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Biserica cu Lună
An 18th-century Orthodox church known for its mechanism that shows the phases of the moon.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Oradea?
Oradea is served by Oradea (OMR).
How far is the airport from central Oradea?
Oradea airport is about 3 km from central Oradea.
How do I get from the airport to central Oradea?
From Oradea airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Oradea?
Highlights of Oradea include Palatul Baroc, Palatul Vulturul Negru, Cetatea Oradea, and Biserica cu Lună.
Photo credits
- Palatul Baroc: Mballack16, CC BY-SA 3.0 ro, Wikimedia Commons
- Palatul Vulturul Negru: Cucky11, CC BY-SA 3.0 ro, Wikimedia Commons
- Cetatea Oradea: Vertigoro, CC BY 2.5, Wikimedia Commons
- Biserica cu Lună: Chainwit., CC BY 4.0, Wikimedia Commons