Bran Castle

We stopped there for a quick visit of the castle while just passing by. The parking was around 5 Canadian dollars per hour a bit expensive, but very convenient and with easy access to the castle entrance. The entry ticket cost 70 Romanian lei per person, which is about $20 Canadian dollars at the current exchange rate. This was the basic ticket, and there were optional add ons (for an extra fee) if you wanted to visit more sections of the castle, such as the torture chambers or time tunnel experience. The visit itself was quite fascinating. Bran Castle, often associated with the Dracula legend, stands impressively on a hilltop surrounded by forest. The exterior is stunning and gives a real medieval atmosphere. Inside, the castle is well preserved, with a series of narrow staircases, old stone corridors, and charming rooms furnished with historical pieces. Informational panels throughout the tour provided insight into the history of the region, the royal family who once lived there, and the myth of Vlad the Impaler. Although it was busy with tourists, the flow was organized, and we didn’t feel rushed. The inner courtyard and views from the top levels were a highlight. A great stop for anyone interested in history and legends.

Actually the castle belongs to Mary Queen but its beautiful to visit. You can park on the paid parking lots before the castle and walk up to 5' to enter the castle area. We had tickets for the time elevator, which I don't recommend to tale it, since its just an elevator going down to the exit (instead of using the stairs), while you see from LCD screens some spots to fear you. Very nice is the market outside the castle, also the little lake and the beautiful garden.

A very beautiful and picturesque castle. You can see why it is the inspiration for Dracula. Turning into a bit of a tourist trap and prices are rising and so are the number of visitors. Very busy when I was there and with the narrow hallways and rooms there wasn’t really much space to enjoy it. It is good how they haven’t fallen into the trap of making everything about Dracula and much of the history of the castle is it on show.

Definitely a tourist trap but if you didn't know that then you've probably been living under a rock. With that in mind, my husband and I still had a fun experience! It is indeed quite busy and most certainly worth buying the fast pass as it also gains you entry into the other sites at the castle. I was pleasantly surprised that they had a floor dedicated to Romanian myths and legends despite Bram Stoker's Dracula having a tenuous connection to the place. Very interesting stuff! All in all the place could benefit from having times entries but other than that, I think it's worth seeing.

Visiting Dracula's Castle was an incredible experience! The atmosphere and history of the place truly make it worth the trip. The storytelling and narratives shared throughout the tour were captivating and added depth to the overall experience. However, I found the time tunnel a bit underwhelming and not quite as engaging as I had hoped. Despite that minor disappointment, the rest of my visit was thoroughly enjoyable and memorable!

Not worth it. Came on Saturday about 11 am, paid 70 Lei for adult and 20 Lei for a kid. Waited in line like at least 30 minutes, got inside. Sorry not much to see, very few exhibits super crowded, waited in lines entire time, hour, airless, exhausted finally we made it to courtyard. Done?!? Park was nice. Not worth the time and money. Would not recommend. BTW Lots of stairs, up and down walking, and you would need to take taxi for easy access which will run you 100-135 Lei one way. Use bolt if you can.

Bran Castle is one of the most iconic places in Romania with its Gothic vibe and the famous Dracula legend. From the outside, it’s truly impressive and you can instantly feel that mysterious atmosphere. Inside, with period furniture, stone corridors, and narrow passageways, it really feels like you’ve been transported back in time. But to be honest, some parts inside get quite tight, and combined with the crowds, it can be pretty hard to move around. Still, it’s definitely worth seeing, but whether it’s really necessary to go inside depends on what you’re looking for—just seeing it from the outside might be enough for some people.

A very historic castle full of history but primarily focused on Vlad the Impaler and Bram Stokes Count Dracula. Buy VIP tickets if you don't want to wait a long time to enter. Inside is generally quite crowded.