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Somewhere in Moldova
Somewhere in Moldova - Photo by Maria Lupan

Explore the Unspoilt Beauty of Moldova: A Travel Blog

About Moldova

Moldova is an Eastern European country that has a rich history, stunning landscapes, and delicious wine. Explore the capital city of Chisinau, visit the Milestii Mici wine cellar, and admire the beautiful Orheiul Vechi Monastery. Discover hidden gems and experience the culture of Moldova on your next adventure.

Moldova is a beautiful country located in Eastern Europe, bordered by Romania to the west and Ukraine to the north, east, and south. It is a small country, but it is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty.

One of the key attractions of Moldova is its wine industry. The country is known for its high-quality wines, and there are many wineries in the region that offer tours and tastings. The Cricova Winery, for example, is a popular destination for wine enthusiasts. It has an extensive network of underground tunnels that stretch for over 120 kilometers and is home to one of the largest wine collections in the world.

Another must-visit destination in Moldova is the capital city of Chisinau. It is a charming city with a mix of Soviet-era architecture and modern buildings. The city has many parks, museums, and historical sites to explore. The National Museum of History of Moldova, for example, is a great place to learn about the country's rich history.

For those who love the outdoors, Moldova has plenty to offer. The country is home to the stunning Orheiul Vechi Monastery, which is carved into a limestone cliff. Visitors can hike to the top of the cliff for breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. There are also many nature reserves and parks throughout the country, including the Padurea Domneasca Natural Park and the Lower Prut Nature Reserve.

In conclusion, Moldova is a hidden gem in Eastern Europe that is waiting to be discovered. With its wine industry, charming capital city, and stunning natural beauty, it is a destination that is sure to please any traveler. So why not add Moldova to your travel bucket list and experience all that this wonderful country has to offer?

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Popular Stays in Moldova

Explore some of the most affordable vacation packages and accommodation stays in Moldova

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Jolly Alon

This hotel enjoys a central setting in Chisinau. The hotel is situated within easy access of a host of attractions in the area. Guests will find themselves just a short distance away from the Moldovan Parliament House, the Moldovan Presidential House and the National Museum of Archaeology and History of Moldova. Links to the public transport network are to be found nearby. This charming hotels sure to impress, greeting visitors with the promise of an enjoyable stay. The guest rooms are tastefully designed, creating a comfortable ambience in which to work and rest in comfort. Those travelling for work purposes will appreciate the conference facilities that the hotel has to offer. Guests are sure to enjoy the leisure and dining facilities and services that the hotel provides.
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Nobil Luxury Boutique Hotel

The unique location of the hotel in the very heart of the capital, two steps away from the famous "Street of folk art'', not far from the historical Piaca Marii Adun ri Nacionale, 3 min from the shopping area and in the epicenter of cultural and theatric life, puts this hotel in the list of favorites. The hotel provides 27 rooms, 2 restaurants, a Cigars Club, a city view terrace, conference room, an exclusive Spa Center, fitness center, and a beauty-salon Dessange. The interiors are inspired from classicism good traditions, a remarkable treat of an elite European boutique hotel. The hotel offers 28 rooms with individual air-conditioning, climate control system, double bed, marble bathroom with shower cab, bathrobe and slippers, hair dryer, alarm clock, mini-bar, safe box, Wifi, plasma TV and multichannel satellite TV. Enjoy our genuine food philosophy: it offers guests a unique way to taste the sophisticated universe of haute-cuisine. Finest products served in an outstanding way will make from the dining process a work of art.
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Radisson Blu Leogrand

Centrally located next to Chisinau's famous Nativity Cathedral, the hotel is surrounded by shops, museums and sights. The Alley of Classics and Opera and Ballet Theater are only a 5-minutes walk away. Chisinau's main train station is 6 km from the hotel and Chisinau Airport is a 15-minute drive away. The elegant city hotel has 143 air-conditioned rooms and suites. Guests are welcomed in the lobby, which offers a 24-hour reception as well as a hotel safe, cloakroom, currency exchange and lift access to the upper floors. There is a casual dining restaurant & bar New York Restaurant and gorgeous Apty's Bar. A range of international and local cuisine are served in the stylish Ambassador Restaurant. Guests will appreciate the conference facilities and wireless Internet access. They can also take advantage of the room and laundry services. SPA service is always at the high level. Those arriving by car may leave their vehicles in the hotel car park. All rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower/bathtub and a hairdryer, and offer a double bed. The rooms also come equipped with a direct dial telephone, satellite TV, Internet access, a safe, ironing set and a kitchenette with minibar and tea and coffee making facilities as standard. Further standard features of accommodation units include air conditioning and central heating. Guests can visit the famous Moldovan wine cellars, Milestii Mici, Cricova, Purcari and Chateau Varteley, and Cojushna, by sending a request in advance. A private driver and a private translator will be at their disposal. It will be the hotel's pleasure to make all the arrangements.
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Berds Chisinau Mgallery

BERD'S MGallery Hotel Colection is the first and only design hotel in Moldova, where we aim to provide our guests with a warm and gracious atmosphere of elegant luxury combined with the highest level of service. Experience Moldova's heritage and true Italian luxury in our 33 sumptuously adorned rooms. Each of the rooms and suites have been beautifully designed and furnished in perfect balance between high-tech and local craftsmanship. The Brand new BERD'S Restaurant Arome Locale is a fresh take on the Moldovan traditions, savory cuisine and an elegant interior that stays true to the spirit of minimalism. HORA conference room is furnished with state of the art furniture, latest telecommunications equipment and natural lighting, which altogether bring your events to a new level of comfort. Spa by BERD'S offers to the clients and guests of the hotel a wide array of facial and corporal relaxation techniques rooted in the Oriental and Western traditions. The effectiveness of treatments is guaranteed by the highly skilled therapists from the Bali island in Indonesia.
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Vispas Hotel Balti

For over 8 years this hotel in Chisinau is welcoming guests of Moldova and provides quiet and comfortable environment truly expanding the limits of hospitality. Due to the convenient location in the center of the city, major business offices and attractions can be reached within minutes.Friendly, experienced, multilingual stuff pays attention to every single need of our guest making them feel home away from home. The hotel features tastefully decorated rooms and suites and the decor of our 2 restaurants and the private poolside backyard patio will create the proper atmosphere where you can enjoy the creations of our chef. Banquet Hall for 200 guests is the ideal place to held a wedding reception or any other event for a special occasions.     
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Thomas Albert Hotel

Thomas Albert is the most modern hotel of the Chisinau city built in 2016. The hotel has 20 high-class rooms equipped according to modern standards. Comfortable full orthopedic beds, international TV channels, Hi Speed Internet Access, 24/7 Reception, Fitness Facilities, Sauna and Partner's Swimming Pool, complimentary breakfast, Valet and Self Service Laundry, Meeting facilities will make the Guest's stay comfortable and productive. The hotel is located in the historical center of the city, just minutes away from the Stefan cel Mare Street – the main street of the capital. High class restaurants, cozy bars and best shopping center of Moldova are within walking distance. Due to moderate size of the hotel and high standards of service each guest will feel VIP in this property. The services can be useful for business travelers and leisure guests.
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Bristol Central Park Hotel

Set 200 m from Birth of Christ Cathedral in Chişinău, Bristol Central Park Hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. There is a restaurant and guests can have fun at the casino and bowling alley. The on-site LUD's Pub offers a panoramic view of the Parliament. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain units include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. You will find a kettle in the room. Each room has a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower. Extras include bathrobes and slippers. You will find a 24-hour front desk, hairdresser's, and gift shop at the property. Two conference halls are available. There are also coffee shop, pizzeria and sushi house on site. The Triumphal Arch Chisinau is 300 m from Bristol Central Park Hotel, while Cathedral Park is 400 m away. We speak Your language!
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Aria Hotel Chisinau

Aria Hotel Chisinau is located on the quiet Alba Iulia Street. Only 25 minutes (20KM) away from Chisinau International Airport and less than 10 minutes away from the heart of Chisinau, Malls, International Exhibition Centre MoldExpo and the beautiful Dendrarium Park. Very near to the historical and cultural sites that define Chisinau, as well as its most important business, government and commercial addresses. Aria Hotel Chisinau convenient location is just close enough to the center of the busy Chisinau, yet removed enough from the bustle of the city to feel serene and relaxed. The hotel features 41 spacious, contemporary guest rooms and suites, stylish, with very comfortable beds, large windows for spectacular dramatic view of the Chisinau City at day and night, complimentary Wi-Fi and attentive on-call guest service. We combine style, innovation and 24/7 convenience to create a perfectly seamless stay with every modern comfort you deserve. Whether you are here to conduct business or for family holiday, business and pleasure meet in harmony.

Things to do in Moldova

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1 Day Moldova: Tour To Transnistria, Bender Fortresses

Highlights A safe tour with an experienced guide Explore both Bender, Tiraspol, Odessa Enjoy the Soviet architecture See the Suvorov Monument and Bender Fortress Our acquaintance with Odessa will start with a pleasant stroll around Theatre Square, located in the historical part of the city. We’ll enjoy its stunning architecture, learn about the history of the square and, of course, see its beautiful Opera and Ballet Theater
From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car
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From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car

Our great pleasure is to offer you a new tour to Odessa from Moldova. Meet the guide at your hotel or private accommodation and let your journey begin. Transferring from Chisinau to Odessa. Become one of the few travelers to visit Odessa. Our acquaintance with Odessa will start with a pleasant stroll around Theatre Square, located in the historical part of the city. We’ll enjoy its stunning architecture, learn about the history of the square and, of course, see its beautiful Opera and Ballet Theater.
Authentic Moldova - Excursion to Orhei Vechi
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Authentic Moldova - Excursion to Orhei Vechi

To discover authentic Moldova! Get ready for an exciting excursion. You will discover the Curchi Monastery, the historical site of Orhei Vechi and its troglodyte monastery. Orheiul Vechi is a spectacular archaeological complex located 60km from Chişinău. The panorama is breathtakingly beautiful. Beyond the impressive natural landscape, a group of troglodyte caves, hosting the oldest monasteries and sacred places, combines the history of the Golden Horde period and today, revealing ruins of palaces, citadels, dwellings, giving visitors ample information on a history that extends from the 10th century BC. To the present day.
Ascension of St Mary Church in Old Orhei
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Best of Moldova: Cricova Winery & Old Orhei Tour including Curchi Monastery

You will get an excellent opportunity to visit one of the oldest wine productions in Moldova - the wine cellars of Cricova Winery, most visited in Moldova. It represents an unique underground city, well-known all over the world by its huge labyrinths of streets, & especially by its excellent wines. It's also a good way to visit the most valuable natural and cultural heritage of Moldova - Old Orhei reservation, together with Curchi Monastery, which is one of the most beautiful monasteries in our country. A full day Tour to see Best Sights of Moldova!
House of Soviets in Tiraspol, capital of Transnistria. Postcard by Anton Dendemarchenko. Welcome to Transnistria, we make cognac not war ☭
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Tiraspol must-see tour - Transnistria

I do postcards with my drawings and budget tours to top attractions and hidden gems of Transnistria. Transfer from Chishinau or start in Tiraspol. Honestly, I can’t make Maldives of my country, because it is not Maldives. But i can make an unforgettable journey through all contrasts of what it really is - beautiful panoramas and impressive soviet lost places, curious history and nowadays life in the country that doesn't exist, combining classic walk with forays for true explorers and adventurers. Tour takes ~ 2,5 hours. It is not Stalinism, we are very volatile where to go and what to do, but default route covers must-see USSR era and modern bits of Tiraspol, plus my favorite nooks and crannies that I discovered doing my sketches. The trip won’t be exhausting, not boring at all, we will have time to talk about all peculiarities of past and present of Transnistria, real name is Pridnestrovie ☭ You won’t be meeting a guide, you will be meeting a friend! - Anton Dendemarchenko -
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Tiraspol and Bender Back in the USSR Tour

Transnistria has preserved a lot of Soviet monuments, equipment, attractive places and facts that will be interesting for everyone to learn. Visiting Transnistria is like traveling on a time machine – not much has changed there since nowadays. The cities of Bender and Tiraspol, keep many soviet monuments, with a specific architecture. You should come to Transnistria especially if you’re from a country that was never a part of the Soviet Bloc or controlled by it. It will help you understand what the daily reality was like for millions of people in the Soviet Union. You’ll visit practically almost fully conserved ‘museum’ of Soviet times.
1 DAY: Wine tour Cricova Cellar & Old Orhei Cave monasteries
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1 DAY: Wine tour Cricova Cellar & Old Orhei Cave monasteries

Cricova Winery Moldova with wine tasting. It is a real underground wine city with wide streets, warehouses, tasting rooms. The total length of this enterprise is 120 km The “Grand Cellars of Cricova” house a varied collection of wines, The National Oenotec. The unique exhibits (“Jerusalem of Easter” vintage 1902, the liqueur “Jan Becher” vintage 1902) together with other 158 brands from Burgundy, Moselle, Tokay, the Rhine, are in the collection of the establishment as well as of Moldova in general, comprising nowadays a total of about 1.3 million bottles. History of Cricova What To Expect Orheiul Vechi is a grade V and VII UNESCO’s heritage site and is a complex of historical and architectural monuments located in the area of an amazing beauty formed by the narrow stream (path) of the Raut river.
Bender Fortress
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Soviet Heritage of Transnistria and Castle Mimi Winery

Transnistria has preserved a lot of Soviet monuments, equipment, attractive places and facts that will be interesting for everyone to learn. Visiting Transnistria is like traveling on a time machine – not much has changed there since nowadays. The cities of Bender and Tiraspol, keep many soviet monuments, with a specific architecture. You should come to Transnistria especially if you’re from a country that was never a part of the Soviet Bloc or controlled by it. At Mimi Castle we will make an excursion, which will include a visit to: Historical Cellars, Production area, Castle's Gardens & Interiors. After excursion will continue with the tasting of 5 wines and a set of delicious traditional Moldovan and gourmet food appetizers: gravlax salmon with black bread, tomme cheese handmade with pear, pâté with almond rye cracker, mozzarella with cherry tomatoes and olives, and roast beef with wine sauce. The excursion at Castle Mimi Winery lasts about 90 minutes.

Why People Love Moldova

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1 Day Moldova: Tour To Transnistria, Bender Fortresses
Excellent tour, great tour guide! I learned a lot that day, never felt bored. Lilya is very attentive, knowledgeable and a fun person to be around. Will send my friends on the same tour when they visit!
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Jul 2023
From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car
From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car
From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car
From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car
Fully packed 16 hour excursion to Transnistria and Odesa from Chișinău. Booked this one day tour impromptu same day after meeting a fellow traveler from Slovakia that booked this trip in advance. We were guided in a nice private car by fabulous, knowledgeable and fun tour guide, Cornel Scurtu. Co...
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Aug 2023
From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car
From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car
From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car
From Moldova Day tour: Discover Odessa by car
O tour foi bastante completo e visitei muitos lugares interessantes e históricos, na companhia do guia Corneliu, que me mostrou e explicou tudo. Ele foi muito solicito, cordial e hospitaleiro.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Moldova

What are some must-see attractions in Moldova?

Moldova has many interesting attractions to offer. One of the must-see places is the Old Orhei Archeological Complex. This complex is an open-air museum that showcases the remains of a medieval city, including a 13th-century cave monastery. Other popular attractions include the Cricova Winery, the largest wine cellar in the world, and the Milestii Mici Winery, home to the world's largest wine collection. Additionally, visitors can explore the beautiful landscape of the Codru forest, take a stroll through the Botanical Garden of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova, or visit the National Museum of Ethnography and Natural History.

What kind of activities can I do in Moldova?

There are many activities to do in Moldova. One of the most popular activities is wine tasting, as Moldova is known for its wines. Visitors can also explore the countryside by hiking or biking, or take a hot air balloon ride for a unique view of the landscape. Additionally, visitors can take a tour of the capital city, Chisinau, and explore the city's many museums, parks, and historical sites.

What are some traditional Moldovan dishes I should try?

Moldovan cuisine is a blend of Balkan, Russian, and Turkish influences, and is known for its hearty, flavorful dishes. Some traditional dishes to try include sarmale, a type of cabbage roll filled with ground pork and rice, placinte, a savory pastry filled with cheese or meat, and mamaliga, a type of cornmeal porridge. For dessert, try papanasi, a type of fried doughnut served with sour cream and jam.

What are the best accommodations in Moldova?

There are many great accommodations in Moldova, ranging from budget-friendly options to high-end hotels. Some popular options include the Radisson Blu Leogrand Hotel in Chisinau, the Jeraffe Hotel in Orhei, and the Chateau Vartely Hotel in Orhei. For a more unique experience, consider staying in a traditional Moldovan guesthouse, such as the Casa din Lunca Guesthouse in the village of Trebujeni.

What is the best time of year to visit Moldova?

The best time to visit Moldova is during the summer months of June, July, and August, when the weather is warm and sunny. However, if you want to avoid the crowds and enjoy cooler temperatures, consider visiting in the spring or fall. Winter can be cold and snowy, but it's a great time to visit if you enjoy winter sports like skiing and snowboarding.

What are the visa requirements for visiting Moldova?

Visitors from most countries do not need a visa to enter Moldova for stays of up to 90 days. However, it's always a good idea to check the latest visa requirements with the Moldovan embassy or consulate in your home country before you travel.

What is the currency used in Moldova?

The currency used in Moldova is the Moldovan leu (MDL). It's recommended to exchange currency at banks or exchange offices, as some businesses may not accept foreign currency or credit cards.

What is the official language of Moldova?

The official language of Moldova is Moldovan, which is a variety of Romanian. However, many people in Moldova also speak Russian or Ukrainian.

Is it safe to travel to Moldova?

Moldova is generally a safe country to travel to, with a low crime rate. However, it's always a good idea to take standard travel precautions, such as being aware of your surroundings and not carrying large amounts of cash or valuables.

What is the best way to get around in Moldova?

The best way to get around Moldova is by car or taxi. There are also buses and trains available, but they can be crowded and unreliable. If you're planning to do a lot of sightseeing, it's recommended to rent a car or hire a taxi for the day.