Cetățuia Fortress, Cluj-Napoca

#36 among attractions in Cluj-Napoca

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Cetățuia Fortress (address: Str. Cetății) is a place located in Cluj-Napoca (Cluj county) and belongs to the category of park, view point.

It is situated at an altitude of 1286 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 46°46'29"N latitude and 23°34'57"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Cetățuia Fortress is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Dragalina Nord (bus, 4 min walk), Opera Maghiară Est (tram, 5 min walk), Cloșca (trolleybus, 8 min walk), Cluj-Napoca (train, 18 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Hungarian Theatre of Cluj (theater, 5 min walk), Cluj-Napoca Hungarian Opera (concerts and shows, 5 min walk), Széki Palace (memorial, 7 min walk).

Elevation: 1286 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 46°46'29"N, 23°34'57"E

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Str. CetățiiCluj-Napoca Romania

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Day trips

Cetățuia Fortress – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St. Michael's Church, Stadionul Dr. Constantin Rădulescu, National Art Museum, Matthias Corvinus House.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Cetățuia Fortress?

Nearby attractions include Hungarian Theatre of Cluj, Cluj-Napoca (5 min walk), Cluj-Napoca Hungarian Opera, Cluj-Napoca (5 min walk), Széki Palace, Cluj-Napoca (7 min walk), Cluj-Napoca Neolog Synagogue, Cluj-Napoca (7 min walk).

How to get to Cetățuia Fortress by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cetățuia Fortress:

Bus

Dragalina Nord • Lines: 26, 27, 28, 28B, 41 (4 min walk)
Dragalina Sud • Lines: 27, 28, 41 (4 min walk)

Tram

Opera Maghiară Est • Lines: 101, 102 (5 min walk)
Parcul Central • Lines: 101, 102 (6 min walk)

Trolleybus

Cloșca • Lines: 3, 4, 5 (8 min walk)
Pod Traian • Lines: 1 (10 min walk)

Train

Cluj-Napoca (18 min walk)