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Sightseeing Trolleybus

Let’s start with the Triumphal Arch, on weekends. Route I: 12:00 (trip in Russian) Route II: 14:00 (trip in English) Route III: 16:00 (trip in Romanian) One-hour city break, during which you will listen to the audio guide and be told about 30 sights in the capital, that you can...

Travel by Sightseeing Trolleybus!

First trip – first impression! We invite you to get acquainted with the city of Chisinau on a trip by Tourist Trolleybus! For an hour you will walk comfortably on the city streets and you will learn about the history, culture and life of the citizens. You will admire real...

The Zoological Garden

The municipal enterprise “Zoological Garden” had its official inauguration on May 9, 1978, in the Botanica sector. At the beginning the Zoo counted only 60 species of animals. Today the collection of the institution includes about 1000 birds and animals. 10 animal species are included in the international conservation programs....

Visit a museum!

The Museums of Chisinau offer the opportunity to learn more about the history, the nature, the quiddity, thevalues and customs of the native people. A huge interest for the guests of the capital is represented by both the large museums, such as the Museum of Ethnography, the National Museum of Archaeology...

Get to know Chisinau with a guide!

To enjoy the real atmosphere of Chisinau, walk through the narrow streets of the city with a local guide, who will take you through all the important historical sites of Chisinau and introduce you to the modern city. Individual, group, specialized or informative tours and a suitable guide can always...

Take a selfie with “I Love Chisinau”!

Did you fall in love with Chisinau at first sight? Then a selfie will be your lasting reminder of the charming city that has captured your heart. In the square in front of the National Opera and Ballet Theatre “Maria Biesu” there is the urban installation “I ♥ Chisinau” –...

Buy a national Moldavian blouse!

The national moldavian blouse “iya” is more than an article of clothing, it is a symbol of the nation’s identity!  Each artisan embroiders her own story into this blouse, each one becoming unique.  It is often a symbol of longing for a parent’s home and a passing childhood. Being woven...

Taste the famous “Bucuria” candys!

For seven decades, the trademark “Bucuria” has been the visiting card of Moldova, the largest enterprise specializing in the production of all types of confectionery and chocolate.The Joint-Stock Company  “Bucuria”  brings joy to all children and adults, fully corresponding to the slogan “Life is sweeter, with us”. Don’t hesitate to...

Discover the smallest statue in Moldova!

Do you know what Chisinau has in common with Antoine de Saint-Exupéry? Chisinau is home to the world’s smallest bronze statue of the Little Prince. Come to The Valley of the Mills Park, walk along the footpath and find the French prince, only 11 cm tall, waiting for you on...

Attend an event in Chisinau!

Weekends in Chisinau are rich in events! Theatres invite you to performances every day, museums remind us of the old sewing rooms, where you can take part in weaving a carpet, paint a portrait in the colours of nature, embroider a skirt or crochet a scarf. Autumn comes to Chisinau...

Taste traditional cuisine and indulge in a good wine!

After a day full of excitement we invite you to enjoy the traditional cuisine! With a long history behind us, our dishes have been influenced over time by many different nations, who have shaped and refined the character of those dishes. Dumplings, sausages or pies always remain in the memory...

Discover Chisinau by night – the city of lights!

Want to watch a city bathed in lights? Go for an evening walk and discover Chisinau during the night! The night lights create spectacular shapes on the facades of buildings, with plays of shadows and lighting effects. And how beautifully the musical fountains sing in the lights! Chisinau has joined...