Tourist Attractions in Sinaia
Sinaia, known as the Pearl of the Carpathians, being the former residence of the kings, is one of the most well-known tourist destinations in Romania.
Once you are settled at Hotel Cumpatu in Sinaia, we suggest visiting the main tourist attractions.
- Sinaia Monastery, from which the town takes its name, is the first building on this territory. Also nicknamed the “Cathedral of the Carpathians,” the monastery dates back to the 17th century and was founded by Spatar Mihail Cantacuzino. Sinaia Monastery represents the historical identity of the city of Sinaia.
The monastery is located approximately 3 km from Hotel Cumpatu.(see route)
For more details, visit the official monastery website.
- Castelul Peles Peles Castle is one of the most important historic buildings in Romania. Built at the request of King Carol I, Peles Castle in Sinaia served as the summer residence of the Romanian kings. In 1883, the castle was officially inaugurated, an avant-garde building for its time. Peles Castle was the first electrified castle in Europe and featured modern amenities such as: an elevator, central heating, a movable roof, and even a central vacuum system (still fully functional today).
Peles Castle is approximately 3.5 km from Hotel Cumpatu. (see route)
For visiting hours and ticket prices, you can access the official page.
- Pelișor Castle, another tourist attraction in the city, is located within the royal domain of Peles Castle. It was built as the residence for the heir princes Ferdinand and Maria.
- Sinaia Casino remains one of the symbolic buildings of the resort today. The Sinaia Casino was built in record time (7 months) and inaugurated with great fanfare, featuring a concert by Maestro George Enescu. Currently, the Sinaia Casino hosts art galleries and artistic events.
The Casino is 2.4 km from Hotel Cumpatu. (see route)
For visiting hours and events, visit the casino’s page.
- George Enescu Memorial House was built between 1923 and 1926, following the musician’s own plans with the help of architect Radu Dudescu, and named Villa Luminiș. In 1947, after permanently leaving Romania, George Enescu donated the villa to the Romanian state to be used as a “place of rest and creation for artists.”
From Hotel Cumpatu, it takes about 10 minutes on foot to reach the George Enescu Memorial House. (see route)
Visiting hours – Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 – 17:00 (source: georgeenescu.ro)
- Dimitrie Ghica Park was established in 1881 under the guidance of Swiss architect Eder. The park hosts statues of important personalities who visited, lived, or worked in Sinaia.
Distance: 2.6 km from Hotel Cumpatu (see route)
- Sinaia Royal Train Stations. Sinaia is the only city in Romania with two royal train stations. The first station was built in 1886 during King Carol I’s reign, and the second royal station was constructed by order of King Carol II in 1940.
