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Peleș Castle Bucharest Admission Tickets

    Make your way to the picture-perfect Peleș Castle, the former summer residence of Romanian royalty, and now a museum!

    Highlights

    • Visit the romantic 19th-century Peleș Castle, built as a summer retreat for the Romanian King Carol I.
    • The building is an elegant mix of Neo-Renaissance and Gothic Revival architecture.
    • Admire the 4,000-piece collection of weaponry from Europe and Asia on display.
    • There's also a movie theater, whose walls and ceilings are decorated with frescoes.
    • Marvel at the beautiful teak furniture in the Music Room gifted by the Indian Maharajah of Kapurthala.
    • See the king's and queen's apartments, and the room designed for the Austrian emperor.
    • Upgrade your ticket to get access to the Pelișor Castle, designed for King Carol I's nephew and heir, the future King Ferdinand.

    Inclusions

    • Entrance and admission to Peleș Castle (ground or first floors, or both, depending on what is selected at checkout)
    • Entry into Pelișor Castle (optional)

    Exclusions

    • Guide/audio guide
    • Photography taxes

    Cancellation policy

    These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

    Peleș Castle is nothing short of a fairytale fantasy come to life. When King Carol I visited the foothills of the Bucegi mountains in the 1860s, he was struck by its sheer beauty and commissioned the building of a palace there. It took 10 years to build but ended up turning into one of the most beautiful castles in all of Europe. The resulting ornate 160-room palace is a striking mix of Neo-Renaissance and Gothic Revival architecture. When Romania fell under Communist rule, Peleș was seized, and the castle was closed between 1975 and 1990. It was only after the revolution of 1989 that it reopened to the public as a museum.

    As you enter the impressive hallway on the ground floor, see the enormous reception room and the four statues that represent the four seasons. Continue onwards to one of the biggest weapon collections Romania (and Europe) has ever seen - a whopping total of 4,000 pieces from all over the world. Move on to see the king's office followed by the colorful Arabic and the Turkish rooms. On the 1st floor, stroll past the many rooms used by members of the royal house, and see the king's and queen's apartments. The grandest of these rooms is the Imperial Suite, which was specially decorated for the Austrian Emperor, who, somewhat ironically, never spent a night in the castle. This is a truly enchanting place to visit and an absolute must-see. Take in the luxurious atmosphere and enjoy this tour that is guided through the past.

    If you've chosen the option that comes with entry into Pelișor Castle, you get to see the residence of King Carol I's nephew and heir, the future King Ferdinand. Designed by the Czech architect Karel Liman, the castle is in the Art Nouveau style; you'll find here chambers, working cabinets, a chapel, and "the golden room". Queen Marie made several artistic choices about the design of the palace, and you'll see a reflection of her personal style here: it combines Art-Nouveau elements with Byzantine and Celtic elements.

    Important Information

    • Note: Starting from Oct 25, 2021, for anyone aged 13 and above, entry to the venue will only be permitted if a green pass is shown. Proof of vaccination or an RT-PCR test not older than 72 hours or a quick COVID-19 test not older than 24 hours will do. Children up to 12 years of age don't need to show a green pass but to enter the venue, they have to be accompanied by a fully vaccinated adult.
    • Photo taxes are not included in the price and can be purchased directly at the door for 35 lei per person (approximately €7.50).
    • Everyday, between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM, a break is introduced for disinfecting surfaces and ventilating exhibition spaces.
    • Flash photography is not allowed inside the museum.
    • Pets are not allowed in the museum.
    • Do not enter the museum with food or drinks.
    • During the visit, please maintain silence and decorum, since this is a cultural institution.
    • To make your visit easier, you can leave clothes, umbrellas, backpacks or other personal items in the museum's wardrobe.
    • A decent outfit is expected when you visit the museum.
    • The Peles National Museum does not manage parking for visitors.
    • The castle is not wheelchair accessible.

    Timings

    Admission to Peleș Castle - Ground Floor

    • Available: On all days except Monday
    • Operating hours: 10 AM to 4:30 PM

    Admission to Peleș Castle - Ground + First Floors

    • Available: On all days except Monday and Tuesday
    • Operating hours: 10 AM to 4:30 PM

    Admission to Peleș Castle (both floors) & Pelișor Castle

    • Available: On all days except Monday and Tuesday
    • Operating hours: 10 AM to 4:30 PM

    Blackout Dates

    • 24th, 25th and 31st Dec
    • 1st Jan
    • Easter

    Discounted Tickets

    Infants aged 0-6, and persons with disabilities go in for free. Children aged 7-17, students, seniors aged 60+, as well as EU cardholders aged 26 and below, enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
    • Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the attraction.
    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. Students must show their valid student IDs.

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    Getting There

    The nearest train station is Sinaia. The castle is a short (but uphill) walk from there, but you can also take a taxi.

    Validity

    This ticket is valid for the date and time selected during checkout.

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