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Bran Castle Opening Hours | Best Time to Visit & More
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Open 9 AM - 6 PM
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Bran Castle
Apr 1 TO Sep 30 Timings Days (Apr 1 TO Sep 30) | TIMINGS |
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| Monday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Thursday (Today) | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Oct 1 TO Dec 31 Timings Days (Oct 1 TO Dec 31) | TIMINGS |
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| Monday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Jan 1 TO Mar 31 Timings Days (Jan 1 TO Mar 31) | TIMINGS |
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| Monday | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Holiday schedule of Bran Castle:
- December 24th: 9am - 4pm
- December 25th: 10am - 4pm
- December 26th: 9am - 4pm
- December 31st: 9am - 4pm
- January 1st: 10am - 4pm
- January 2nd: 9am - 4pm
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Best time to visit the Bran Castle
Weekday vs Weekend
Weekdays are generally the best time to visit Bran Castle if you prefer fewer crowds and a more peaceful atmosphere. Weekends tend to be busier, especially during peak tourist seasons. Expect longer queues and crowded spaces within the castle premises on weekends. However, if you decide to visit Bran Castle on a weekend, consider arriving early in the day to beat the crowds and make the most of your visit.
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Crowded
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Peak season vs Low season
Peak season at Bran Castle typically coincides with the summer months, from June to August. During this time, the weather is pleasant, and the region sees an influx of tourists, leading to crowded conditions and higher prices for accommodations and tours. In contrast, the low season, which spans from late autumn to early spring, offers a quieter and more affordable alternative.
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Moderate Season
Peak Season
About 25 km southwest of Brasov, Bran Castle is a beautiful cliff-side castle that gives you breathtaking panoramic views of the mountains around it. Popularly known as Dracula’s Castle, Bran Castle has a spooky vibe to its medieval architecture. Today, Bran Castle displays Queen Marie’s furniture and art collections along with some unique highlights like the Time Tunnel.
Read on to know more about Bran Castle opening hours and the best time to visit.
What is the Best Time to Visit Bran Castle?
Spring (March to May)
Shoulder Season
The city of Bran gets quite cold at this time of the year because of the humidity and temperatures. However, as this is the shoulder season, you can expect relatively lesser crowds. Hotel accommodations will also be slightly affordable.
Summer (June to August)
High Season
The summer months are the peak months to visit Bran Castle. The temperatures are just warm enough for pleasant days. However, this is also the time when Bran Castle gets extremely crowded. Try coming in earlier in the day to be able to spend enough time exploring the castle.
Fall (September to November)
Shoulder Season
Bran is quite windy at this time of the year. Temperatures are quite low and it may seem even colder because of the humidity and the winds. This season is one of the slowest for tourism, so the hotels may be affordably priced.
Winter (December to February)
Off-Season
The city of Bran gets extremely cold at this time of year with temperatures falling below 0℃. It also rains and snows during this time which isn’t ideal for traveling. Tourism is quite slow in the winter as well.
Weekdays
Weekdays at Bran Castle, like most other attractions, are relatively less crowded than the weekends. Weekdays during the spring and fall months may be even more so. If you have the choice, we suggest that you visit Bran Castle on the weekdays.
Weekends
Bran Castle can get quite crowded during the weekends, especially in the summer months. There are usually long waiting lines at the entrance, even early in the morning. And because Bran Castle has narrow stairways, it also means long waiting lines for people to pass.
VERDICT:
The spring and fall months are the best times to visit Bran Castle. But if you can only visit in the summer, make sure to arrive early and buy skip-the-line tickets to gain direct access to the castle.
It is also better that you visit during the weekdays to avoid crowds, but if you’re visiting over the weekend, try to go early in the morning to skip the crowds, especially in the summer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bran Castle Opening Times
Q. What are the Bran Castle opening hours?
A. Bran Castle is open from 9 AM to 6 PM from Tuesdays to Sundays and from 12 PM to 6 PM on Mondays.
Q. What time is the last admission into Bran Castle?
A. Last admission during the summer months is 6 PM and in the winter months is 4 PM.
Q. How long does it take to visit Bran Castle?
A. We recommend that you spare at least 40-60 minutes of your day to explore Bran Castle.
Q. What are the peak and off seasons to visit Bran Castle?
A. During the summer months (June to August), Bran Castle is quite crowded because of the peak tourism season. The winter months (December to February) are usually off-season for Bran Castle visits.
Q. Is Bran Castle open on weekends?
A. Yes, Bran Castle is open on weekends. We suggest you go slightly earlier in the day to avoid the crowds.
Q. Is Bran Castle open at night?
A. No, Bran Castle closes at 6 PM and is not open during the night time.
