Peles Castle (Castelul Peles)
The Basics
The interior of Peles Castle is richly adorned with carvings, inlay, antiques, and artworks, and can be seen only on guided tours. Join a shorter tour of the ground floor only, or a longer tour that includes the upper level of the palace.
Day trips and multi-day tours of Transylvania often combine Peles Castle with visits to other historic landmarks in the region, such as Bran Castle and Râșnov Fortress. You can also explore both Peles Castle and Pelisor Castle, an art-nouveau-style royal residence on the same estate.
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Things to Know Before You Go
If you want to take pictures of Peles Castle’s interior, buy a photo pass before embarking on your tour.
The ground floor is accessible to wheelchairs. Contact the castle in advance to arrange parking and entry.
How to Get There
Peles Castle is situated in Sinaia in Romania’s Bucegi Mountains. To get there, take a train to Sinaia from Bucharest North railway station, then walk uphill about 30 minutes to the castle.
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When to Get There
On summer weekends, lines are common, so be prepared to wait. To beat the crowds, get there early in the morning, or go in the late afternoon on a weekday.
Highlights of Peles Castle
Every room in Peles Castle is sumptuously decorated, with a wealth of examples of elaborate craftsmanship and artistry vying for your attention. Interior highlights are the woodworked landscapes in the Honorary Hallway, the cordovan leather wall coverings in the Imperial Suite, and the gleaming weapons and armor collection on show in the Arms Room.
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