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Timișoara

Timișoara is a city in western Romania, charming for its cathedral, churches, and squares that blend together beautifully. Union Square makes a great starting point for a leisurely stroll through the city center.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Timișoara
Gateway airport
Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport
Best season
Apr–Jun, Aug–Oct
Time zone
Europe/Bucharest
Sights covered
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Timișoara Orthodox Cathedral

Temples & religious sites

Timișoara Orthodox Cathedral

This Romanian Orthodox cathedral stands in the heart of Timișoara and is dedicated to three saints. It's a religious landmark where visitors can admire the grandeur of Orthodox architecture.

St. George's Cathedral

Temples & religious sites

St. George's Cathedral

This is Timișoara's principal Roman Catholic cathedral, a Baroque building constructed in the 18th century. It is one of the largest of its kind in Southeast Europe and a landmark symbol of the city.

Serbian Orthodox Cathedral in Timișoara

Temples & religious sites

Serbian Orthodox Cathedral in Timișoara

This Serbian Orthodox cathedral in Timișoara serves as the seat of the local diocese. It's a great place to take in the distinctive atmosphere of Orthodox architecture.

Holy Trinity Monument, Timişoara

Heritage & monuments

Holy Trinity Monument, Timişoara

A Baroque monument in Timișoara's central square, erected in 1740 to pray for the end of a plague. It's an easy stop while passing through the square.

Union Square

Parks & gardens

Union Square

This is the oldest square in Timișoara, named to commemorate the arrival of Romanian troops in 1919 and the union of the Banat region. It was previously named after Count Losonczy, who died in battle in 1552.

Serbian Orthodox Church "Saint George", Timișoara

Temples & religious sites

Serbian Orthodox Church "Saint George", Timișoara

This Orthodox church is located in the Fabric district of Timișoara. As a Serbian Orthodox church, it offers a quiet glimpse into the region's religious culture.

Millennium Church

Temples & religious sites

Millennium Church

A Roman Catholic church in Timișoara's Fabric district, the largest church in the city. It was built to mark the millennium of the Hungarian state, which gave it its name.

Baroque Palace, Timișoara

Castles & palaces

Baroque Palace, Timișoara

An 18th-century Baroque palace in the old town of Timișoara, now home to the National Art Museum. Visitors can admire the lavish interior decor alongside its art collection.

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