09:30

County Museum of History and Art

Set aside about 1 hour and 30 minutes for the local history and art collections, which are useful for getting your bearings before the archaeological visits. From the center, it can be reached on foot or by a short taxi ride; allow approximately 0–30 RON for admission, to be checked on official channels. After the visit, take a coffee break or have a snack in central Zalău.

Check the official website for any exhibitions, access arrangements, and updated prices.

11:30

Reformed Church of Zalău

Walk to the church from the museum in about 5–15 minutes, depending on your starting point, and allow 30–45 minutes to admire the building and the square setting. Access may depend on religious services: allow for an indicative visit cost of 0–10 RON, if applicable. Then have lunch in town before heading to Porolissum.

Wear respectful clothing and check the visiting arrangements in advance.

14:00

Castrum Porolissum

From Zalău, reach the Moigrad area by car in about 35–50 minutes; allow at least 2 hours to explore the site and see the remains of the Roman settlement and military complex. Bring water and suitable shoes for uneven paths; entry may cost approximately 0–30 RON, in addition to transport, but fees and access should be checked officially. Plan to return to Zalău in the late afternoon and have dinner downtown.

Before you leave, check accessibility, trail conditions, and official ticket information.

09:00

Vasile Fati Botanical Garden (Jibou)

From Zalău, reach Jibou by car in about 30–40 minutes; set aside 2–3 hours for the paths, botanical collections, and green spaces, adjusting your route to the day’s conditions. Bring water and allow for an indicative entrance fee of 0–30 RON, to be confirmed on the official website along with accessible areas. For lunch, you can stop in Jibou without going far from the area.

Blooming changes with the season; check official information and prices before your visit.

13:30

Wesselényi Castle

Reach the castle from the garden area with a short local transfer, checking on site for the most convenient pedestrian route; plan about 1 hour to appreciate the exteriors, layout, and relationship with the Jibou complex. Access to the interiors or surrounding spaces may be subject to restrictions, so find out officially before planning your visit; indicative cost 0–20 RON if a ticket is required. In the afternoon, return to Zalău, leaving time for traffic and a stop along the way.

Do not take access to the interiors for granted: check the arrangements and availability through official channels.

08:00

Grădina Zmeilor (Gâlgău Almașului)

Set off from Zalău by car and allow about 40–55 minutes to reach Gâlgău Almașului; dedicate 1 hour and 30 minutes to the trails and rock formations, respecting the signage and staying off any unauthorized paths. Access to the natural area may be free or involve indicative local costs of 0–10 RON; check the latest information and bring water and shoes with good grip. Then continue toward Fildu de Sus, planning a stop for lunch along the way.

After rain, the trails may be slippery: check local conditions before setting out.

11:30

Biserica de lemn din Fildu de Sus

Reach Fildu de Sus by car in about 40–55 minutes and plan a stop of 45–60 minutes to admire the wooden architecture and the village setting. The site may have regulated access or may not be open inside at all times: consider an indicative cost of 0–10 RON, if required, and verify the arrangements with local or official sources. Set off again after a lunch break, leaving about an hour or more for the transfer to Șimleu Silvaniei.

Respect the religious character of the place and ask before photographing any services or people.

15:30

Șimleu Silvaniei (Synagogue and Historic Center)

From the church, reach Șimleu Silvaniei by car, allowing roughly 50–70 minutes and checking the route on the day. Dedicate 1 hour and 30 minutes to the historic center and the synagogue, observing the urban fabric and the memory of the Jewish community; access to the synagogue may require arrangements or be subject to availability, with an indicative cost of 0–20 RON if applicable. End with dinner in town or return to Zalău, taking driving time into account.

Contact local representatives in advance to check whether it is possible to visit the synagogue and whether any tickets are required.