For things to do in Amara, Romania, start in the town centre, then spend time by Lake Amara, a natural lake and bird reserve. If you want to add an outing, Slobozia is 7 km away.
- Amara is a resort in Ialomița County, on the north-western shore of Lake Amara.
- Hotel Heaven is about 12 minutes on foot from the town centre; its two-star rooms are listed on the hotel’s room page.
- Lake Amara covers approximately 130 hectares and reaches a maximum depth of 4 m.
- Slobozia is 7 km from Amara.
At a glance
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01Start with Amara’s Town CentreBegin your day in Amara’s town centre, then make your way toward the lake.
02Plan Time at Lake AmaraSet aside part of the day for Lake Amara’s shoreline and natural setting.
03Lunch and Breaks in TownKeep your midday pause in Amara, then decide whether to return to the water or make an outing to Slobozia.
04Optional Slobozia OutingAdd Slobozia if you want to extend the day beyond Amara; the town is 7 km away.- 05Check Seasonal Access Before You GoBeach entry fees and operating details can be time-sensitive, so check the local tourism information…
- 06FAQsAmara is a resort on Lake Amara, which is described as a protected natural area and bird reserve.
Start with Amara’s Town Centre
Begin your day in Amara’s town centre, then make your way toward the lake. Amara sits at an altitude of 30 m in Ialomița County.
The town is a resort on the north-western shore of Lake Amara. Its spa resort was established on the shore in the early 20th century and is described as still operating. For a little more context on the area around the hotel, the Amara neighbourhood guide covers its local setting.
Plan Time at Lake Amara
Set aside part of the day for Lake Amara’s shoreline and natural setting. The lake formed in a former valley of the Ialomița River; it is S-shaped, covers approximately 130 hectares and reaches a maximum depth of 4 m. The local tourism information centre describes the lake as a protected natural area and bird reserve.
Four beaches are named locally: Perla, UGSR, Splendid and Mircești. They are managed by private companies, with entry fees ranging from 5 to 10 lei.
The lake’s mud and water are also used for spa treatments, including warm baths, mud treatments, physiotherapy and massage. For details focused on the shoreline and visit, the Amara Lake visit guide offers a closer look.
Lunch and Breaks in Town
Keep your midday pause in Amara, then decide whether to return to the water or make an outing to Slobozia. No particular dining stop or meal schedule is needed to follow this outline: it leaves you room to arrange your break around your plans for town and the lake.
Optional Slobozia Outing
Add Slobozia if you want to extend the day beyond Amara; the town is 7 km away. The local tourism information centre says access to the Lake Amara area from Slobozia is via DN2C.
For a separate look at what to plan in the nearby town, the Slobozia day-trip guide focuses on that outing.
Check Seasonal Access Before You Go
- Entry
- fee range of 5 to 10 lei
Beach entry fees and operating details can be time-sensitive, so check the local tourism information centre’s official site before you go. That centre names the four beaches and gives an entry-fee range of 5 to 10 lei; confirm current arrangements before setting out.
FAQs
What is Amara known for?
Amara is a resort on Lake Amara, which is described as a protected natural area and bird reserve. Its mud and water are used for spa treatments.
How far is Slobozia from Amara?
Slobozia is 7 km from Amara, and access to the lake area from Slobozia is via DN2C.
Which beaches are named at Lake Amara?
The local tourism information centre names Perla, UGSR, Splendid and Mircești.