Chișinău

Chișinău is the capital of Moldova and an interesting city destination in Eastern Europe, offering a calm atmosphere, green parks, wide boulevards, markets, museums and excellent gastronomy. The city is ideal for a long weekend, discovering less explored European destinations and as a gateway to Moldova’s wine regions. Chișinău combines Soviet architecture, historic churches, modern cafés and the welcoming atmosphere of a country known especially for its wine and traditional cuisine.

Flights from Bratislava

You can fly from Bratislava to Chișinău with direct Wizz Air flights to Chișinău Eugen Doga International Airport, with the airport code RMO. The direct air connection between Bratislava and Chișinău operates 3 times a week – on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The flight from Bratislava to Chișinău takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Transport from the airport

• Trolleybus / bus – Chișinău Eugen Doga International Airport is located approximately 13 km from the city centre. The cheapest transport option is public transport, especially trolleybus line 30 or bus connections towards the centre of Chișinău. The journey to the centre takes approximately 35 minutes.
• Taxi / apps – taxis and transport apps are a convenient option for travelling directly to your hotel or the city centre. The journey from the airport to central Chișinău takes approximately 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic. When using a taxi, it is recommended to use an official taxi stand or an app with the price shown in advance.
• Transfer / shuttle – you can also use a pre-booked private transfer directly to your hotel. This option is practical especially for late arrivals, larger luggage or travelling in a larger group.
• Car rental – you can rent a car directly at the airport. This is a suitable option if you plan trips outside Chișinău, for example to the Cricova and Mileștii Mici wineries, Orheiul Vechi Monastery or other parts of Moldova.

What not to miss in Chișinău

When visiting Chișinău, you should definitely not miss these places and experiences:

• Ștefan cel Mare Park – a popular city park in the centre of Chișinău, ideal for a walk and relaxation.
• Triumphal Arch – one of the city’s best-known landmarks, located near Cathedral Park.
• Nativity Cathedral – an important Orthodox cathedral in the city centre with a peaceful atmosphere.
• Cathedral Park – a green square and park area around the main cathedral, popular with locals and visitors.
• Central Market / Piața Centrală – a lively market with fruit, vegetables, cheeses, pastries, spices and local specialities.
• National Museum of History of Moldova – a museum presenting the country’s history, culture and important historical periods.
• Valea Morilor – a lake and park area suitable for walks, relaxation and views of the city.
• Cricova – a well-known underground winery near Chișinău with extensive wine cellars and tastings.
• Mileștii Mici – one of the largest wine cellars in the world, also listed in the Guinness World Records.
• Moldovan gastronomy – taste plăcintă, mămăligă, sarmale, zeamă, local cheeses, homemade pastries and Moldovan wines.

Did you know?

Moldova is one of the best-known wine countries in Eastern Europe, and world-famous underground wine cellars can be found near Chișinău. Cricova and Mileștii Mici offer kilometres of underground corridors filled with wine barrels and bottles. When visiting Chișinău, it is therefore worth planning a wine tasting or a trip to one of the wineries near the city.