Constanţa
Romania's largest Black Sea port, with Roman remains downtown, Art Nouveau buildings on the seafront and sandy beaches at Mamaia a short bus ride away.
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Constanța is Romania's largest Black Sea port and sits on the coast in the Dobruja region. Greek colonists founded it as Tomis, and the Roman poet Ovid spent his exile here. Roman remains are spread through the center, including a mosaic and the ruins of public baths, and a statue of Ovid stands on the square named after him. The seafront has Art Nouveau buildings, including the casino, facing the water.
Plan two to three days. Use one for the ruins and museums, and one or two for the coast. Mamaia, the resort strip north of the center, has long sandy beaches and hotels, and a short bus ride connects it to downtown. Summer is the season for swimming. May, June and September are quieter, and the old center is easier to walk without the crowds.
Constanţa in five
- Visit between June and September for the beachesMamaia and the southern resorts are built for summer, and many restaurants and hotels shut or thin out in winter. Outside summer, treat Constanța as a history stop with sea air.
- Start on the old Constanța peninsulaThe old center sits on a peninsula around Ovid Square, with the Roman Mosaic Edifice, the Genoese Lighthouse and the seafront promenade within a short walk. Check each site's official page for hours.
- Use Mamaia as a beach day, not a base for sightsMamaia is a resort strip north of the city, reached by bus, taxi or ride app. Stay in the old center for sights and evenings, and go to Mamaia for the day.
- Combine the coast with Bucharest by trainTrains and buses link Constanța with Bucharest. Check times and fares on the CFR Călători site, and book a seat in July and August, when beach traffic peaks.Bucharest travel guide
- Carry lei for beach-front kiosksCards work in hotels and restaurants, but smaller kiosks and beach bars often prefer cash in lei. Withdraw before you head to the sand.Money in Europe
Things to do in Constanţa
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Need to know
- Airport
- Mihail Kogălniceanu (CND), north of the city; Bucharest (OTP) is the main gateway
- Getting there
- CFR trains and buses from Bucharest; check cfrcalatori.ro
- Getting around
- Walkable old peninsula; buses and taxis to Mamaia
- Best base
- The old center for sights; Mamaia for beach holidays
- Time needed
- 1 to 2 days; 3 to 4 for a beach stay
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Snowy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryPartly cloudy8 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh6°Low0°ColdJanuaryPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 6°
- Low
- 0°
- Precipitation
- 50 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold
- FebruaryPartly cloudy6 rainy days1 snowy dayHigh8°Low2°ColdFebruaryPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 8°
- Low
- 2°
- Precipitation
- 34 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 1
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold
- MarchPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh11°Low4°CoolMarchPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 11°
- Low
- 4°
- Precipitation
- 38 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool
- AprilPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh15°Low8°SpringAprilPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 8°
- Precipitation
- 50 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring
- MayPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh20°Low12°WarmMayPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 12°
- Precipitation
- 60 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm
- JunePartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh26°Low18°Warm, beachJunePartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 72 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, beach
- JulyClear6 rainy daysHigh29°Low20°Hot, beachJulyClear
Good
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 52 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, beach
- AugustClear5 rainy daysHigh29°Low21°Hot, beachAugustClear
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 27 mm
- Rainy days
- 5
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, beach
- SeptemberClear4 rainy daysHigh24°Low17°Warm seaSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 33 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm sea
- OctoberClear6 rainy daysHigh18°Low12°Mild, quieterOctoberClear
Good
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 12°
- Precipitation
- 60 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, quieter
- NovemberPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh13°Low7°CoolNovemberPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 13°
- Low
- 7°
- Precipitation
- 62 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool
- DecemberPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh8°Low3°ColdDecemberPartly cloudy
Poor
- High
- 8°
- Low
- 3°
- Precipitation
- 48 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold
Average daily high and low in Constanța, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Constanţa
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 6°
- Humidity
- 91%
- Wind
- 44 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 78%
Constanţa
09:52 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today14°11°78%Tuesday: Rain. High 14°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 78%.
- Wed12°8°88%Wednesday: Rain. High 12°, Low 8°. Chance of rain 88%.
- Thu8°4°0%Thursday: Rain. High 8°, Low 4°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Fri10°3°0%Friday: Cloudy. High 10°, Low 3°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sat9°4°0%Saturday: Partly cloudy. High 9°, Low 4°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Sun12°3°0%Sunday: Clear. High 12°, Low 3°. Chance of rain 0%.
Updated 09:18 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 4.763 RON
Rates from Nov 3, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Day trips by train
- Mamaiashort bus or taxi rideA long resort beach with hotels, bars and a summer scene.
- Histriaby car or tourThe ruins of a Greek-founded port, north of the city, best for history readers.
- Bucharestby train or busThe capital, for the Old Town and the Palace of Parliament.Read the guide
Before you go to Constanţa
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Rules for Constanţa, checked
- Romania is part of the Schengen area, so many non-EU visitors can enter without a visa for short stays. Check current entry rules before you book.Source
- Dial 112 for police, fire or an ambulance anywhere in Romania.
- Declare cash above the legal limit when you enter or leave the EU. Check the current amount with Romanian customs before you travel.
- Tipping in restaurants is customary. Check the bill first, since some restaurants add a service charge.
Plan around Constanţa
The capital, with trains to the coast
Read the guideMoney in RomaniaLei, cards and cash for beach kiosks.
Read the guideBest eSIM for EuropeData for coast roads and beach-bar apps
Read the guideTravel insuranceMedical cover, cancellations and what is excluded
Read the guideAll of RomaniaEntry rules, trains, bears and where to base
Read the guideConstanţa FAQ
Is Constanța worth visiting?
Yes for Roman history and the sea, less so if you expect a polished resort. Its old center is small, so most visitors add a beach day in Mamaia or a southern resort in summer.
When is the best time to visit Constanța?
June to September for beaches, May and September for warm weather with fewer crowds. Winter is quiet and many seasonal places close.
How do you get from Bucharest to Constanța?
By train, bus or car. Check times and fares on the CFR Călători site, and book ahead in July and August when beach traffic peaks.
Is Mamaia or Constanța a better base?
Constanța for sights and year-round life, Mamaia for beaches and nightlife in summer. Many visitors stay in the city and take a bus to the beach.
Can you visit the Danube Delta from Constanța?
It is a long day trip and most visitors base in Tulcea instead. Check tour operators for transport options before you commit.