Cetatea de Scaun
The ruins of the medieval fortress of the princes of Moldavia, expanded by Stephen the Great, on a hill beside the city.
Tickets →Suceava, Romania
Suceava: airports, things to do and where to stay
Suceava was the capital of Moldavia in the Middle Ages and is now the gateway to Bukovina, famous for its painted monasteries. The city keeps the ruins of its fortress and several historic churches.
Suceava airports
From the airport to central Suceava
Suceava Ștefan cel Mare airport is about 8 km from central Suceava.
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 15 min to the centre, depending on traffic.
Suceava
Things to do in Suceava
Biserica Mirăuți
One of the oldest churches in the city, from the 14th century, linked to the history of the princes of Moldavia.
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Mănăstirea Sfântul Ioan cel Nou
A 16th-century monastery and pilgrimage site that holds the relics of Saint John the New.
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Mănăstirea Voroneț
A World Heritage monastery about 40 km from Suceava, famous for its exterior frescoes and their distinctive blue.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Suceava?
Suceava is served by Suceava Ștefan cel Mare (SCV).
How far is the airport from central Suceava?
Suceava Ștefan cel Mare airport is about 8 km from central Suceava.
How do I get from the airport to central Suceava?
From Suceava Ștefan cel Mare airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Suceava?
Highlights of Suceava include Cetatea de Scaun, Biserica Mirăuți, Mănăstirea Sfântul Ioan cel Nou, and Mănăstirea Voroneț.
Photo credits
- Cetatea de Scaun: Cezar Suceveanu, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Biserica Mirăuți: Cezar Suceveanu, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Mănăstirea Sfântul Ioan cel Nou: Cezar Suceveanu, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Mănăstirea Voroneț: Gary Todd, CC0, Wikimedia Commons