Visit Bran National Museum + Accommodation in Bran

If you have chosen accommodation in Bran at the Domnița’s Refuge Guesthouse, Bran National Museum is a true cultural treasure. It preserves and exhibits a priceless heritage. Every piece of decorative art, every book and ethnographic object tells a story of our royal past. From Ferdinand’s royal bed to the architectural details of the Brancovenetian, here you will find a variety of exquisite exhibits. The museum combines history, art and spirituality in a unique and exciting way.

The core of the museum contains the royal collections at the castle, with objects reflecting the refined aesthetic taste of Queen Maria of Romania. In the Queen Mary section of the Museum you can rediscover the past: faithfully reconstructed interiors and period objects of the royal family.

For those passionate about traditions and the authentic way of life, the Open Air Ethnographic Section offers insights into local architecture. The occupations of the inhabitants of the Bran area have some peculiarities, and the Bran National Museum highlights these unique triads.

Since its opening in 1957, the Bran National Museum has been a window to the historical and cultural richness of the Bran area. With reconstructions of the royal chambers and an outstanding ethnographic collection, the museum invites you to follow in the footsteps of royalty. What’s more, you can also discover traditional rural life.

For lovers of art and history, the Bran National Museum offers an insight into the life and times of Queen Mary. From the royal bedroom to the sacred objects that still adorn the walls, every item in the museum is an invitation to explore and appreciate our nation’s cultural heritage.

So after enjoying the mystery and legends of Bran Castle, make sure you don’t miss the opportunity to visit the Bran National Museum. Here history and art converge to create an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.

Visit Bran National Museum programme:

• 1 October – 30 April
  
  • Mondays: closed;
  • Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00 – 16:00 (last entrance);
• 1 May – 30 September
  
  • Mondays: closed
  • Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00 – 18:00 (last admission).