Old Constanța, on foot
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On foot
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Footwear
Water
Hat
Sunscreen
Repellent
Modest dress
On foot, 2–3 hours, on the trail of Dobruja’s heritage, about 1 km: from Ovidiu Square to the Constanța Casino, 4 stops. The statue of the exiled poet (1887) and the National History and Archaeology Museum, with the Glykon snake. Over 700 m² of ancient mosaic from Tomis’s harbour, 4th century. The landmark Art Nouveau building of 1910, fully restored in 2024.
How to do the route
Allow 2-3 hours on foot. Set out early in the morning or in the afternoon, when it is cooler. Places of worship and pilgrimage: modest dress, silence during services, respect for the customs of the local community (Muslim, Orthodox or Lipovan).
Stops on the route
- Piața Ovidiu - Statue of the exiled poet (1887) and the National History and Archaeology Museum, with the Glykon serpent.
- Edificiul Roman cu Mozaic - Over 700 sq m of ancient mosaic, part of Tomis's harbour complex, 4th century.
- Moscheea Carol I - Romania's first monumental reinforced-concrete structure (1913). Climb the minaret's 140 steps for the view.
- Cazinoul Constanța - Emblematic building from 1910, Art Nouveau style, fully restored in 2024.