City in Constanta County, Romania
Constanța
Romania's Black Sea port, with a Roman and Ottoman old town, a seafront promenade and Mamaia's summer beach clubs next door. Lively July–August, near-empty and windy the rest of the year.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,160–1,690Comfortable, one person · lei5,500–8,000Details
- Value for money78/100Better value than 77% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goJun–SepWarmest: Aug, 27°CDetails
- Air quality12 µg/m³PM2.5 annual average (2021) · ModerateDetails
- Internet276 MbpsFixed broadband, Romania medianDetails
- Tap waterYes, drinkableTreated and safe, though quality varies by building; many people drink bottled water in summer.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$42–84Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundBoltWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless work in the old town, malls and most seaside venues.Details
Where to stay in Constanța
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Peninsula (Old Town) | Sights, seafront, cafés; quieter than Mamaia |
| Tomis Nord | Residential, parks, easier long stays |
| Mamaia | Summer beach resort: clubs, hotels, 6 km of sand |
| Mamaia Nord | Quieter end of the beach, family hotels |
Apps that work in Constanța
Ride-hailing
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- CFR Călători: Train timetables and tickets
- Taxis: Use Bolt, especially in summer; street taxis in Mamaia often quote fixed high fares. Agree the price before getting in.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Romania.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless work in the old town, malls and most seaside venues. Keep lei for small beach stalls, parking and market shopping.
- Currency: Leu (RON). US$1 ≈ lei4.74 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Use bank ATMs (BT, BCR, BRD, ING) rather than Euronet machines, and always decline the ATM's currency conversion.
- Tipping: About 10% in restaurants, left in cash or added on the card terminal. Round up taxis; not expected at counters.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay are accepted almost everywhere; Revolut is widely used locally.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Full Schengen member since January 2025: days here count toward the shared Schengen 90-in-180 limit.
- The EU Entry/Exit System takes fingerprints and a photo at your first Schengen entry; allow extra time at borders.
- ETIAS online authorisation (€20) for visa-exempt visitors is due to start in late 2026; check before you fly.
Emergency numbers
All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Prepaid SIMs from Orange, Vodafone or Digi shops and kiosks are cheap and include large data allowances. EU SIMs roam free here. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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