‘Wednesday’ Filming Locations You Can Visit in Romania

If you're a fan of Netflix's supernatural series Wednesday, you've probably been immersed in the eerie, mystical world the show creates. Directed by Tim Burton, The Addams Family spin-off follows Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams as she navigates life as a student at Nevermore Academy, a boarding school for students with extraordinary abilities.Despite the show being set in Vermont, Tim Burton and his team knew they needed a location that would embody Wednesday’s signature gothic style. According to <a href="https://www.lbbonline.com/news/how-netflixs-smash-hit-wednesday-came-to-life-in-romania" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">Little Black Book</a>, the show was first set to film in Toronto, but the look and feel didn’t fit Wednesday’s spooky aesthetic.After seeing location photos of Romania’s gothic castles and landscapes, everyone was sold, and the series was shot over seven key locations not far from Bucharest.Below we’ve rounded up all of the filming locations from Wednesday that you can actually visit when travelling through <a href="https://butterfield.com/destination/europe/romania?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=RomaniaBlog&amp;utm_content=Trip&amp;campaignid=2f8cf9b4-e1d7-ed11-8109-00155d02659a" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Romania</a>.

Nevermore Academy serves as the dominant backdrop throughout the series, a haven for the show's outcasts, witches and werewolves alike. In real life, the school's exterior shots are of Cantacuzino Castle, a stunning Gothic-style palace nestled in the mountain town of Bușteni.Originally built in 1911 as the summer residence for Romanian Prince Gheorghe Grigore Cantacuzino, the castle has since hosted a long line of royal rulers, lending a touch of regality to the show's setting. The carved stone castle serves as an exceptional example of Neo-Romanian architecture - a perfect mix of Gothic, Baroque, Byzantine, Bavarian and Art Nouveau.&nbsp;

Cantacuzino Castle

Today Cantacuzino Castle is opened to the public, and in 2015 an art gallery was introduced to eventually host art pieces from the likes of Dali, da Vinci and Van Gogh, to name a few. Visitors can also explore the stunning array of Venetian art, Roman mosaics and stained glass sprinkled with local Romanian touches.

When you join a <a href="https://butterfield.com/trip/scheduled/romania-biking?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=RomaniaBlog&amp;utm_content=Trip&amp;campaignid=2f8cf9b4-e1d7-ed11-8109-00155d02659a" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Romania Biking</a> trip with B&amp;R, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy lunch inside Cantacuzino Castle.

The Bucharest Botanical Garden is a favourite walking spot among the locals, spanning over 17 hectares and home to over 10,000 plant species. In Wednesday's world, the garden is a stand-in for Nevermore's greenhouse, used as a classroom setting where students learn about herbology and botany.&nbsp;Today the garden is a cherished destination, now serving as part of Bucharest University’s botanical institute. Visitors can spend hours exploring the diverse range of exotic plant families, a beautiful rose garden and impressive water pond displays.The greenhouses are open on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM-1 PM.

Bucharest Botanical Garden

While exterior shots of Nevermore Academy were filmed at Cantacuzino Castle, the real-life interiors belong to Palatul Monteoru, a historic house and monument nestled in Bucharest. The house was used as Principal Weems’ office (as well as a few shots from Nevermore's Raven ball), but in real life housed the Romanian Writers Union HQ until 2013.In 2015, new owners began to transform the place into a vibrant multicultural center complete with a restaurant, a garden and spaces to hold live music events.

Palatul Monteoru

Feeling inspired to immerse yourself in the mystical world of Wednesday? Get in touch with Tom Abraham to start planning a Romania Bespoke trip with these locations, or join a Romania Biking departure to dine inside the stunning Cantacuzino Castle with B&amp;R.

In this blog post, we’ve rounded up all of the filming locations from Wednesday that you can actually visit when travelling through Romania

Romania

Welcome to a land where Gothic churches and craggy mountains dot every corner. Where the pace of life seems unchanged by industrial rumblings, as do its haunting castles and medieval villages. Tractors are rare, work in the fields is still done by the hands of villagers and scythes remain indispensable. Welcome to Romania, a place that does not fail to stir the senses.

Where myths, castles and untouched wilderness converge

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Romania has witnessed the long march of history through the lens of many a ruler: from Greeks, Romans, Saxons, Turks up to the last vestiges of Communism. Here, you'll see astonishingly well-preserved rural villages that retain their old ways as still-standing castle strongholds and medieval towers bear witness to the ages. Bulgaria likewise has long been a crossroad of cultures—a fusion&nbsp;of Eastern Orthodox tradition, Byzantine art, Ottoman architecture and everpresent Pagan practices. This diversity is found in its landscape, too: a patchwork of farmland, alpine peaks, curious caves and rock formations that skirt the horizon.&nbsp;

Historic Sites

Breathtaking Landscapes

Local Connections

Transylvania isn’t just a place—it’s a portal. Ride or ramble through Saxon villages, castles and misty Carpathian peaks where myths still linger. Whether you’re travelling with friends, family or just your curiosity, Romania delivers medieval magic, deep forests and just enough mystery to keep things thrilling.&nbsp;

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One of Europe's best kept secrets

Discover this destination on the verge while it's still flying heavily off the beaten path. Venture through Romania and the unspoiled beauty of Transylvania, peppered with candy-coloured neighbourhoods and tranquil country roads. Step inside a Gothic fairytale as you explore Europe's best-preserved medieval citadel in Biertan and the colourful streets of Sighisoara. Steam train rides through the countryside, farm-hosted lunches, and fascinating rural traditions will make you feel like you've travelled back in time, while the rocky peaks of the Southern Carpathian Mountain create a haven for outdoor adventure.

Incredible Rides

Vibrant Culture

Romania is Europe’s best-kept secret—for now. Think Gothic fairytales, steam trains, and scenery that feels straight out of a storybook. Pedal through candy-coloured towns, dine on farms, and time-travel through medieval citadels. With tranquil roads, rustic traditions, and the Carpathians watching over it all, Transylvania’s charm is very real—and thankfully fang-free.

Curious beauty in the Carpathians

Feel the magic of candy-coloured Romania

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‘Wednesday’ Filming Locations You Can Visit in Romania

Cantacuzino Castle

Bucharest Botanical Garden

Palatul Monteoru

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