Cluj-Napoca · Cluj county

St. Michael's Church

A soaring 14th-century Gothic hall church at the heart of Cluj's main square — the tallest church tower in Transylvania.

Not a day trip from Brașov

St. Michael's Church is roughly 3h 50m from Brașov one way — about 7h 45m in the car before you have seen anything. That makes a long journey rather than a good day, so we keep it out of the planner instead of selling you the drive.

Within a comfortable day we would point you at Sighișoara Historic Citadel, Bran Castle or Peles Castle.

Planning your visit

From Brașov
About 3h 50m from your hotel in Brașov.
Time needed
Most guests spend 1 hour here.
Tickets
Free to enter.
Best time
Quiet at almost any hour — no need to rush the morning.
Parking
There is free parking about 100 m from the entrance, though with a private car you are set down at the door.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible; the walking is easy.

Opening hours

Usually 09:00-19:00 on open days.

  • Monday09:00-19:00
  • Tuesday09:00-19:00
  • Wednesday09:00-19:00
  • Thursday09:00-19:00
  • Friday09:00-19:00
  • Saturday09:00-19:00
  • Sunday09:00-19:00

Hours change with the season and with public holidays. Our planner checks the exact date you choose and reorders the day rather than driving you to a closed gate.

What you'll see

  • Gothic nave
  • Bell tower

Common questions

How far is St. Michael's Church from Brașov?
About 3h 50m from your hotel in Brașov. That is too far for a comfortable day trip from Brașov, so we do not include it in the planner.
How long do you need at St. Michael's Church?
Most guests spend 1 hour here.
Do you need tickets for St. Michael's Church?
Free to enter.
When is the best time to visit St. Michael's Church?
Quiet at almost any hour — no need to rush the morning.
Is there parking at St. Michael's Church?
There is free parking about 100 m from the entrance, though with a private car you are set down at the door.