Black Sea and Constanta City - Private Tour
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This private day trip offers the perfect mix of exploration, leisure, and local culture. Start your journey with pick-up from your hotel. Enjoy a comfortable drive to the Black Sea in our air-conditioned vehicles, with interesting commentary from your expert host/guide. We will do a walking tour in Constanta's historic Old Town for two hours. You will see the city landmarks such as stunning Art Nouveau Casino (from exterior), the Grand Mosque, the Genovese Lighthouse, House with Lions and many others. Savor a delicious lunch at one of Constanta's charming seaside restaurants (90 minutes). After lunch enjoy some free time (up to 90 minutes) to explore at your own pace the beautiful beaches, or visit additional museums, see the interior of the casino or do a boat trip. Regroup around 4 o'clock for a comfortable drive back to Bucharest. Reflect on a day well spent and unforgettable memories.
Your experience
Stop 1
Exerior only! The story of the Constanta Casino is sadly the story of Romania’s many splendid, yet abandoned historical monuments. A great piece of Art Nouveau architecture from the early 20th century, the Casino was once the symbol of Romania’s main port, Constanta, on the shore of the Black Sea. No other monument illustrates so perfectly the Belle Epoque in Constanta like the building of the Casino. Dating from the first years of the last century, the Casino was built at the initiative of Romania’s first King, Carol the 1st. It was inaugurated in 1910, and until the Second World War, it was the main seaside meeting point for the rich tourists who enjoyed to gamble. The foundations of the Constanta Casino were modified three times depending on the architects’ perspectives, Daniel Renard and Petre Antonescu. An eclectic piece of architecture, with many marine-inspired decorations, including its almost surreal shell windows facing the Black Sea.
Stop 2
The Orthodox Cathedral "Holy Apostles Peter and Paul" is an Orthodox place of worship in Constanța, located in the peninsular area of the city, below the Ovidiu Square, in front of the Tomis Archdiocese building. The building dominates through its monumental architecture the entire area of the southern cliff of the city. The foundation stone was laid on September 4, 1883, during Metropolitan Iosif Gheorghian. The consecration of the church was done on May 22, 1895. The building plans belong to the famous architect Alexandru Orăscu [1], and the architect who was the director of the works was Carol Beniș. The contractor of the works was Henri Guaracino. In the park that surrounds the cathedral is an archaeological complex in which elements of the old city of Tomis are identified.
Stop 3
The Grand Mosque of Constanța stands on the site of the former Mahmudia Mosque (Geamia Mahmudia), built in 1822 by Hafız Hüsseyin Pașa and named after Ottoman Sultan Mahmud II. The Grand Mosque of Constanța was commissioned in 1910 by Romanian King Carol I. Construction began on 24 June 1910 with the first cornerstone laid in the presence of Spiru Haret, contemporary Romanian Minister of Religious Affairs; Sefa Bey, contemporary Ottoman ambassador in Bucharest; and the Ottoman consul in Constanța. The project was funded by the Romanian Government and entrepreneur Ion Neculcea, and finished construction in 1912. The mosque was officially inaugurated by Carol I on 31 May 1913. During the ceremony, Sultan Mehmed V bestowed the Order of the Medjidie upon chief architect Victor Ștefănescu.
Stop 4
The former Independence Square (now Ovidiu Square), where they found the town hall (now the seat of National Museum of History and Archaeology) is a place full of history. Towards the end of the nineteenth century, Ovidiu Square general line was given by houses with two levels stuck together (describing the square as a medieval inner courtyard), roof tiles, wrought iron balconies. The square was full of shops, cafes, summer gardens, etc. In 1879 they took the first steps to align the buildings. In the last decade of the nineteenth century the eastern front (seaward) was completed. The architects have thought it high to protect the square against the winds. In the space disposed in front of the statue of Ovid were three buildings that combined unitary Baroque decorations with Art Nouveau elements. Here there were the Elite Hotel, a restaurant, a coffee shop and cinema Palace. In 1910 was built in Romanian style the building that houses today the National Bank of Romania.
Stop 5
Touristic Harbor of Tomis is one of Constanta's most famous location for both tourists and locals. Whatever the season, the Tomis Harbor is the choice made by people who want to admire the sea by car or just walking on the seafront. The access to the harbor can be made easily through a street that descends to the bay's "lip", right in the area where luxury yachts and sailing boats ''rests''. Waterfront terraces and numerous chic restaurants serving fish dishes can be enjoyed. In the summer, the bay of Tomis Harbor Tomis is often visited by groups of dolphins can be attracted by the beautiful water fountain in the middle or even by the tourists who walks quietly on the shore. Besides being a place for relaxation, Tomis Harbour is the ideal location to organize water sports activities. Local authorities plan to transform the future Tomis Harbor in an important destination for coastal sailing ships along the Romanian coast, with stops south to Eforie Costinești.
Stop 6
The oldest city in Romania
Stop 7
Plaja 3 Papuci, located in the Faleza Nord area of Constanța, is a popular beach destination known for its spacious layout and family-friendly atmosphere. The beach stretches approximately 1 km in length and is bordered by protective breakwaters, creating calm waters ideal for swimming and various water sports . ️ Beach Features and Amenities Spacious Layout: The beach offers a wide sandy area, approximately 80-100 meters in width, providing ample space for sunbathing and recreational activities . Water Sports: The unique formation of the beach allows for the formation of uniform waves, making it suitable for activities like surfing, windsurfing, kiteboarding, and kayaking . Beach Bars and Lounging: Visitors can relax at beach bars such as Zoom Beach, which offers shaded terraces surrounded by greenery, wooden sunbeds, and a variety of cocktails and snacks.
Stop 8
Genoese Lighthouse
Stop 9
Museum of Sculpture
Stop 10
Roman Mozaic
Stop 11
Folk Art Museum
What’s included
- Private transportation
- Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional tour guide in English
Not included
- Lunch
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you've been swimming in the sea, please make sure to dry off and change before getting into the vehicle
- Museums are closed on Monday and Tuesday.
- Visiting the interior of the casino in Constanța is optional. Please note that the entrance fee is not included and costs 53 lei per person. Be aware that your guide will not accompany you inside the casino.
- This private day trip offers the perfect mix of exploration, leisure, and local culture. Start your journey with pick-up from your hotel. Enjoy a comfortable drive to the Black Sea in our air-conditioned vehicles, with interesting commentary from your expert host/guide. We will do a walking tour in Constanta's historic Old Town for two hours. You will see the city landmarks such as stunning Art Nouveau Casino (from exterior), the Grand Mosque, the Genovese Lighthouse, House with Lions and many others. Savor a delicious lunch at one of Constanta's charming seaside restaurants (90 minutes). After lunch enjoy some free time (up to 90 minutes) to explore at your own pace the beautiful beaches, or visit additional museums, see the interior of the casino or do a boat trip. Regroup around 4 o'clock for a comfortable drive back to Bucharest. Reflect on a day well spent and unforgettable memories.
- Eating in the car is generally considered a sign of disrespect and can even be seen as offensive. We highly appreciate your understanding and cooperation in keeping the car clean. Please feel free to enjoy your food or snacks entirely outside the vehicle during stops.
Cancellation policy
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