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Sinaia Casino
Best time to visit
Late afternoons on weekdays give you the most peaceful experience. September is perfect for combining the visit with the golden autumn colors in the surrounding mountains.
Budget tips
The entrance fee is low, around 15-20 lei (30-40 SEK). No pass or discount card is valid, so pay directly at the entrance. Bring cash, as card payments sometimes cause issues.
Recommended for
Architecture enthusiasts, History nerds, Photography enthusiasts, Romantic couples
Plan your visit
45-60 min
About
Quick facts: Here, for once, the rich and powerful were not in the spotlight. Instead, it was King Carol II of Romania who personally laid the cornerstone in 1910, and the building was designed by the same French architect who was behind the Hotel Negresco in Nice.
Highlights: When you step through the heavy oak doors, you are greeted by a magnificent glass dome that casts rainbow-colored light over the marble floors. The original Art Nouveau bar is still there, with mirrors that once reflected both royalty and agents from several intelligence services during the interwar period.
Insider tips
- Check out the hand-blown glass windows on the upper floor; they are original and feature motifs from Romanian folklore.
- Avoid lunchtime between 12-2 PM when busloads of tourists arrive.
- Bring a small flashlight; some corners are poorly lit and you will miss details otherwise.
- Park at the city center 5 minutes away; the parking lot right outside is often full.
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