Things to do in Bihor County

Activities, attractions and tours
Oradea as well as a large group of people
Oradea as well as a large group of people
Oradea featuring a sunset
Fortress of Oradea which includes theater scenes
Bihor County

Top places to visit

1. Baroque Palace

Walk around the large Baroque Palace in the center of Oradea and marvel at its striking Viennese-style construction amid other equally impressive structures of the Baroque Complex. The building was initially constructed in the 1760s, burned to the ground within 10 years and immediately rebuilt.
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Baroque Palace which includes heritage architecture, a castle and interior views

2. Nagyvárad State Theatre

The State Theatre, also known as the Queen Mary Theatre and the Szigligeti Theatre, is among the city’s most important heritage buildings. Built in the early 20th century, the theater offers a range of performances from Puccini to puppetry. Book tickets for a play, opera or dance performance. Admire other historic buildings lining Piaţa Regele Ferdinand and relax with a cool drink on a restaurant terrace.
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State Theatre featuring theater scenes, heritage architecture and interior views

3. Moon Church

The Moon Church is named for an eye-catching sphere on its exterior that moves in accordance with the moon’s phases. Venture inside the church to discover beautiful iconostasis and frescos as well as the tombs of several important bishops. Save time to explore nearby Piaţa Unirii, one of Oradea’s main public squares.
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Moon Church featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and interior views

4. Fortress of Oradea

The area now occupied by the Fortress of Oradea has been a defended position for nearly a millennium. Also known as Oradea Citadel or Cetatea Oradea, this spot is the key center for the city’s religious, military and administrative activities. Walk around the outside and admire its imposing red-brick exterior.
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Fortress of Oradea

5. Roman Catholic Basilica

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Roman Catholic Basilica featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views

What to do in Bihor County

Popular places to visit

Baroque Palace which includes heritage architecture, a castle and interior views

Baroque Palace

View this imposing white-walled, orange-roofed structure in Oradea’s impressive Baroque Complex, a remarkable collection of grand architecture.

Baroque Palace
State Theatre featuring theater scenes, heritage architecture and interior views

Nagyvárad State Theatre

Dominating Piaţa Regele Ferdinand, this regal structure is one of Oradea’s main centers for arts and culture.

Nagyvárad State Theatre
Fortress of Oradea

Fortress of Oradea

Don’t miss this historic citadel, one of Oradea’s most significant heritage sites and a symbol of the city.

Fortress of Oradea
Moon Church featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and interior views

Moon Church

Admire this iconic Baroque church, known for a distinct lunar mechanism on its tall tower.

Moon Church
Roman Catholic Basilica featuring a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and interior views

Roman Catholic Basilica

Listen to an organ performance while admiring the interior of Romania’s largest Baroque church.

Roman Catholic Basilica
Catholic Bishop\'s Palace Museum

Catholic Bishop's Palace Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Catholic Bishop's Palace Museum during your travels in Oradea. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Catholic Bishop's Palace Museum

Baile Felix Thermal Springs

Explore the great outdoors at Baile Felix Thermal Springs, a lovely green space in Baile Felix. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Baile Felix Thermal Springs

Aquapark Nymphaea

Bring your family to Aquapark Nymphaea and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Oradea. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Aquapark Nymphaea

Vulturul Negru

Find out about the history of Oradea when you spend time at Vulturul Negru. Take some time to visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Vulturul Negru
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Baile Felix