Moldova

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Chișinău is still relatively unknown as a tourist destination, so it sees few visitors and stays quiet. It's known for its wine region, so some travelers build their itinerary around wineries.

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Chișinău

Chișinău, Moldova's capital, sits on the Bâc River and has a well-developed industrial and service sector. It's also known as a wine-producing region and serves as a center of academia and culture.

45 sights 9 guides Chișinău International Airport (RMO)

Tiraspol

Tiraspol is the central city of Transnistria, east of the Dniester River. Visiting Tiraspol Fortress and other old citadels along with Orthodox cathedrals gives you a feel for the region's distinct atmosphere.

18 sights 9 guides Chișinău International Airport (RMO)

Bender

Bender is a city in Moldova's eastern Transnistria region, home to traces of the past such as Bender Fortress and Orthodox cathedrals. It's a good place to wander slowly through the fortress and streets while taking in this area's unique historical atmosphere.

16 sights 9 guides Chișinău International Airport (RMO)

Comrat

Comrat is a city in Moldova's southern Bugeac region and the capital of the autonomous territory of Gagauzia. Set along the Ialpug River, it's a place where you can encounter the distinctive culture of the Gagauz people.

1 sight 9 guides Chișinău International Airport (RMO)

Soroca

Soroca is a city in Moldova, located about 160 km north of the capital Chișinău. Set along the Dniester River, it offers riverside scenery to enjoy.

3 sights 9 guides Chişinău International Airport

Top sights in Moldova

Temples & religious sites

Nativity of Christ Cathedral

A Moldovan Orthodox cathedral built in 1830 at the commission of Mikhail Vorontsov. It's a place to experience Moldova's Orthodox culture right in the heart of the city.

Temples & religious sites

Cathedral of Divine Providence, Chișinău

This Roman Catholic cathedral in Chișinău serves as the center of Moldova's Catholic diocese. A quiet religious landmark in the heart of the city, it's worth a short visit.

Museums & galleries

National Museum of History of Moldova

The National Museum of History of Moldova, located in downtown Chișinău, presents the country's history. It's a great place to get an overview of Moldova's past during your trip.

Museums & galleries

National Museum of Fine Arts

The National Art Museum of Moldova is located in Chișinău. It's a pleasant place to spend a relaxed afternoon admiring a wide range of artworks.

Castles & palaces

Bender Fortress

This 15th-century fortress sits on the banks of the Dniester River in Bender, Moldova. Its stone reconstruction and expansion under the Ottoman Empire make it a great place to trace the site's history.

Museums & galleries

Water Tower of Chișinău

This old water tower stands in downtown Chișinău, worth a brief stop to admire its unique architecture.

Culture & venues

National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Moldova

Located on Ștefan cel Mare Boulevard in the heart of Chișinău, this opera and ballet theatre is considered one of Eastern Europe's leading performance venues. Since 2012 it has borne the name of legendary opera singer Maria Bieșu.