Chisinau is a city many travellers underestimate. Spend at least a day here and you’ll discover Moldova’s green capital has real character. From Chernivtsi it’s an easy trip — 450 km, 6 hours with NextAirBus.
Day 1: City centre
Stefan cel Mare Boulevard — the main artery. Government buildings, the Presidential Palace, the university, and excellent cafés.
National Art Museum — Moldovan and European painting from the 17th–20th centuries. Address: str. 31 August 1989, 115.
Wine tastings
Moldova is one of the world’s largest wine producers. In Chisinau: Cricova (underground city!) and Milestii Mici (Guinness record holder). Book ahead.
Day 2: Beyond the centre
- 🕌 Căpriana Monastery — medieval monastery in the suburbs
- 🌊 Soroca and Edineț — medieval fortress on the Dniester
- 🍷 Vineyards along the route from Porubne–Mamaliiga
Where to eat
- 🥘 La Taifas — mamaliga, placinta, authentic Moldovan food
- 🍕 Andy’s Pizza — popular local chain
- ☕ Tucano Coffee — the city’s favourite café
- 🍷 Vatra Neamului — restaurant with live music
💡 Exchange rate: 1 EUR ≈ 19–20 MDL. Withdraw lei at ATMs — better rates than street exchangers.
Transfer Chernivtsi — Chisinau: from 50 €/seat, private from 100 €/vehicle. +380 99 224 36 27
Book transfer Chernivtsi ↔ Chisinau
We reply within 15 minutes. Minibus up to 8 seats, Wi-Fi, A/C.
We reply within 15 minutes. Minibus up to 8 seats, Wi-Fi, A/C.