Peștera Ialomiței (Bucegi)

A show cave high in the Bucegi

Peștera Ialomiței (Ialomița Cave) lies in the Bucegi Mountains, in Moroeni commune, Dâmbovița County, on the right slope of the Ialomița Gorge, at about 1,660 m altitude, according to Moroeni Town Hall. It is carved into the Jurassic limestone of Mount Bătrâna. Unlike many caves in the area, it has opening hours and tickets, and next to it stands the Peștera Ialomiței Monastery.

Good in bad weather

As a visitable cave, it is a suitable option in the rain too. The average length of a visit, suitability for families with small children and access with a pushchair or wheelchair are not published, so call ahead if you need this information.

Hours and prices (checked 12 October 2026)

According to the official website pesteraialomitei.ro (hours page, August 2026), the cave is open Monday to Sunday: 09:00–16:00 from 1 October to 30 April and 09:00–17:30 from 1 May to 30 September. Closing days are not published. Prices valid from 1 January 2026, under HCJD 531/2025: 30 lei for adults; 15 lei for pupils, students and pensioners with a coupon; free for children under 6. Children with disabilities, adults with severe or marked disabilities and their companions enter free; adults with moderate or mild disabilities pay 15 lei. Phone: 0753 022 125.

Planning your day

The cave is on the other side of the Bucegi from Râșnov, so the visit takes a whole day. Plan your departure around the cave's hours: from October to April, closing time is 16:00.

How to get there

The drive from Râșnov is long and passes through mountain areas; you will find the exact time and route on the navigation buttons of this page. Check the condition of the mountain roads before you set off, especially in the cold season.