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Castle & legend · Bran, Romania

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  1. Bran Castle on its rocky hill above the trees in Transylvania

Overview

A fortress, a royal home and a legend.

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  • Medieval fortressBuilt from 1377 above the Bran passBuilt from 1377

Explore the towers, timber galleries and royal rooms of Transylvania’s most famous castle.

Built from 1377 to guard the pass between Transylvania and Wallachia, Bran Castle later became a home of Queen Marie of Romania. Walk its courtyard, climb its narrow stairs and discover how it became Dracula’s Castle in the popular imagination.

Facilities

Facilities can change through the year. Visitors can usually expect:

  • Toilets for visitors.
  • A park below the castle with places to sit.
  • Places to pause in the courtyard.
  • Cafés and restaurants in Bran village nearby.

Travel light, and bring a warm layer for mountain weather. Ask staff about current arrangements when you arrive.

Accessibility

Bran Castle stands on a rock and is reached by an uphill path. Inside there are narrow stairways, many steps and low doorways.

  • Check arrangements for your particular mobility or access needs before travelling.
  • If you are bringing a stroller, confirm the current arrangements before arrival.
  • Ask castle staff for assistance or directions during your visit.

Opening times

All times are local to Bran.

April to September
09:00–18:00 · Tuesday to SundayMonday: 12:00–18:00
October to March
09:00–16:00 · Tuesday to SundayMonday: 12:00–16:00

Allow time to explore before closing. Your ticket shows your date and entry time.

Visitor information checked 7 November 2026. Opening times and facilities can change; follow the date, time and instructions on your issued ticket.

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Photography on this page by Paul Colin Hennig firstdorsal.eu, Atia, Alexandru Panoiu from Bucharest, Romania, Julian Nyča, Yair-haklai, Cristian Bortes from Cluj-Napoca, Romania and Superchilum. Full photography credits.

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Field notes

Get to know the castle.

Our guide takes you through Bran Castle, from the inner courtyard and timber galleries to Queen Marie’s rooms and the towers. Decide what you’d like to see before you book.

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How do I book my visit?

Choose your experience, ticket types and quantities, then a date and time. Enter your contact details and review your selection before continuing.

What does castle admission include?

Castle admission covers entry to Dracula’s Castle (Bran Castle) in Bran. Check the inclusions shown with your chosen experience.

How will I receive my admission tickets?

Your admission tickets are sent to the email address you provide. For help, contact our team.

Which currency are the prices in?

Prices are shown in euros (EUR). Your total reflects the experience, ticket types and quantities selected. Review your total before continuing.

Where can I get help with my booking?

Email us with your booking reference and a short description of your question. You can also find practical information in our visitor guide.

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The stone-clad tower of Bran Castle

History, legend & heritage

Stone towers
and a famous legend.

Bran Castle guarded a mountain pass for centuries before Queen Marie of Romania made it her home. Discover its history and how Bram Stoker’s novel turned it into Dracula’s Castle.

Discover the castle’s heritage

Plan your visit

Make time for the details.

A little preparation leaves more room to enjoy the castle.

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Choose your experience

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Prepare for your visit

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Visit with care

Stay within visitor areas, take care on narrow stairs and follow guidance during your visit.

Thoughtful visiting

Getting here

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to the castle.

Dracula’s Castle
Strada General Traian Moșoiu 24
507025 Bran, Romania
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Bran Castle seen from the park below the hill

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Discover Bran Castle

There is more to explore.

Follow the castle’s story through history, legend and the rooms you’ll walk through.

Stories, journal and sources⌄
A tower and tiled roofs of Bran Castle against a blue sky

History timeline

The castle through time

Trace the chapters that shaped Dracula’s Castle (Bran Castle).

Explore the history timeline A timber-framed veranda inside Bran Castle

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A closer look

Read about the rooms, the legend and the details that make Bran Castle distinctive.

Read the Apollonaut journal A cobbled path and steps in the courtyard of Bran Castle

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