RomaniaPloiești, formerly spelled Ploești, is a city and the county seat of Prahova County, Romania. Situated in the historical region of Muntenia, it lies on the Wallachian Plain, approximately 56 km (35 mi) north of Bucharest. With a population of 180,540 according to the 2021 census, it is the tenth-most populous city in the country and a major urban centre in southern Romania. The city traces its origins to the late 16th century, when it began developing on an estate established by Michael the Brave.
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Climate in Ploiesti
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Day trips and nearby cities from Ploiesti
Staying more than a few days? These cities are close enough for a day trip or a night away. Distances are straight-line from Ploiesti; times are rough estimates by road.
Day tripTargoviste
Romania
44 km≈ 50 min
Day tripBucharest
Romania
57 km≈ 1 h 5 min
Day tripBuzau
Romania
67 km≈ 1 h 15 min
Day tripBrasov
Romania
85 km≈ 1 h 40 min
Day tripPitesti
Romania
91 km≈ 1 h 45 min
Long day or overnightRuse
Bulgaria
122 km≈ 1 h 55 min
Long day or overnightFocsani
Romania
124 km≈ 1 h 55 min
Long day or overnightRamnicu Valcea
Romania
132 km≈ 2 h 5 min
From Ploiesti you can reach Targoviste (44 km), Bucharest (57 km), Buzau (67 km), Brasov (85 km) and Pitesti (91 km) in about 50 min to 1 h 45 min by road. Each city page has its own sights, a day plan and flights.
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Questions about Ploiesti
The most pleasant months are May to Jul, Sep, with comfortable temperatures and lighter crowds. Right now it averages about 5°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.