RomaniaCraiova (, also US: , Romanian: [kraˈjova] ) is the largest city in southwestern Romania, the seventh largest city in the country and the capital of Dolj County, situated near the east bank of the river Jiu in central Oltenia. It is a longstanding political center, and is located at approximately equal distances from the Southern Carpathians (north) and the River Danube (south). Craiova is the chief commercial city west of Bucharest and the most important city of Oltenia. The city prospered as a regional trading centre despite an earthquake in 1790, a plague in 1795, and a Turkish assault in 1802 during which it was burned.
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Climate in Craiova
Best time to visit: May–Jul, Sep
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Day trips and nearby cities from Craiova
Staying more than a few days? These cities are close enough for a day trip or a night away. Distances are straight-line from Craiova; times are rough estimates by road.
Day tripTargu Jiu
Romania
90 km≈ 1 h 45 min
Day tripDrobeta Turnu Severin
Romania
97 km≈ 1 h 30 min
Day tripRamnicu Valcea
Romania
98 km≈ 1 h 30 min
Day tripPitesti
Romania
104 km≈ 1 h 40 min
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Pleven
Bulgaria
121 km≈ 1 h 55 min
Long day or overnightTargoviste
Romania
148 km≈ 2 h 20 min
Long day or overnightSibiu
Romania
167 km≈ 2 h 35 min
Long day or overnightHunedoara
Romania
175 km≈ 2 h 45 min
From Craiova you can reach Targu Jiu (90 km), Drobeta Turnu Severin (97 km), Ramnicu Valcea (98 km), Pitesti (104 km) and Pleven (121 km) in about 1 h 45 min to 1 h 55 min by road. Each city page has its own sights, a day plan and flights.
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Questions about Craiova
The most pleasant months are May to Jul, Sep, with comfortable temperatures and lighter crowds. Right now it averages about 7°C in November.
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Most visitors enjoy 2 to 3 days. Use the route builder below to get a day-by-day plan that groups sights by neighbourhood and includes lunch.