Orheiul Vechi (Old Orhei)
The cave monastery carved into the cliff above the Răut meander, plus the villages of Butuceni and Trebujeni. The single most spectacular day out of Chișinău.
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Day trips from Chișinău
The best places a day out from the city: cave monasteries, underground wineries, medieval fortresses and gorges. Each with the drive from Chișinău and what it is best for, so you pick the day that fits.
Cricova
The underground wine city, 120 km of tunnels 15 min from town. Tasting and classic-method sparkling.
Mileștii Mici
Guinness record for the world's largest wine collection, 200 km of galleries you drive through in your own car.
Căpriana Monastery
One of Moldova's oldest monasteries, in the Codru forest. Quiet and history, close to the city.
Manuc Bey Manor
Manuc Bey's restored 19th-century manor in Hâncești, with a park, tunnels and a museum.
Curchi Monastery
Widely called Moldova's most beautiful monastery, with its imposing ensemble, an hour from the city.
Tiraspol and Bender
Transnistria, a Soviet time-capsule across the Dniester, with Bender (Tighina) fortress. Bring your passport.
Țipova
Moldova's largest cave monastery, in the Dniester cliffs, with a waterfall and spectacular trails.
Soroca Fortress
The perfectly round medieval fortress on the Dniester and the Gypsy Hill with its palaces. A long day, but worth it.