Plaja Mamaia

Mănăstirea Dervent

Dervent Monastery is an important place of pilgrimage in Dobrogea, set near the Danube in Constanta county, not far from the border with Bulgaria. The settlement is known above all for its stone crosses regarded as miracle-working, which local tradition says appeared in the early Christian centuries, linked to martyrs from the time of the persecutions. The faithful come here for prayer and for the spring of healing water within the grounds. The monastery was rebuilt in the twentieth century and remains a landmark of spirituality in the southern part of Dobrogea, a region with a very ancient Christian history. The peaceful setting, the closeness to the great river and the atmosphere of contemplation make Dervent a fitting stop for pilgrims and for tourists exploring the villages and landscapes of the southern province between the Danube and the Black Sea.

Catedrala Sfinții Apostoli Petru și Pavel

The Cathedral of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul is the main Orthodox church of Constanța and a landmark of the city on the Black Sea coast. Raised at the end of the nineteenth century, shortly after Dobruja returned to the Romanian state, the cathedral was conceived as a symbol of faith and national belonging in this multicultural province. The building, in a Byzantine style with Romanian influences, stands out for its balanced proportions, its elegant spires, and its interior painting made by Romanian artists. The church was severely damaged during the Second World War and later rebuilt, yet it kept its original character. Near the historic area of the city, the cathedral can easily be included in a tour of the old centre and the seaside promenade. Visitors can admire the architecture and the wall painting. It is best to respect the services and the quiet of the church during the visit.

Muzeul de Artă Constanța

The Art Museum of Constanța is the coast's most important art institution, a gallery that houses a representative collection of Romanian painting, sculpture and graphics, with an emphasis on the works of artists linked to Dobruja and the seascape. In its halls one can admire works by masters of modern and contemporary Romanian art, portraits, landscapes, marines and compositions that capture the light and atmosphere characteristic of the land between the Danube and the sea. The museum organises temporary exhibitions, cultural events and educational programmes, and is a landmark of artistic life in Constanța, a port city with a long cosmopolitan tradition inherited from ancient Tomis. Through its collections and activity, the museum enriches the cultural offering of a resort known above all for its beaches and ancient remains. Practical note: combine the visit with the discovery of Constanța's historic peninsula, with the National History and Archaeology Museum and the famous Casino on the seafront.

Restaurant Nada del Mare Constanța

Marco Polo Constanța

Restaurant Irish Pub Constanța

Hotel Cherica Constanța

Elegant suites in a refined hotel offering free parking and a meeting room.

Ibis Constanța

Simple rooms, some with sea views, in a relaxed hotel with a terrace and a restaurant.

Hotel Del Mar Mamaia

Simple rooms, some with sea views, in a luxury hotel with a restaurant, an outdoor pool and a spa centre.