Cities in Moldova
The most important cities in Moldova at a glance – from the bustling metropolis to the charming small town. Each city links to a detailed page with map, attractions and travel tips.
Cricova
Cricova is world-famous for its massive underground wine cellars.
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Frunză
Frunză is a small town in the Ocnița district of northern Moldova.
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Mărculești
Mărculești is a city in the Florești district of northern Moldova.
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Cupcini
Cupcini is an industrial city in the Edineț district of northern Moldova.
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Dnestrovsc
Dnestrovsc is located in southeastern Transnistria on the banks of the Cuciurgan reservoir.
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Ștefan Vodă
Ștefan Vodă is located in southeastern Moldova, near the Ukrainian border.
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Tvardița
Tvardița is a city in the Taraclia district of southern Moldova.
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Vadul lui Vodă
Vadul lui Vodă is the most famous resort town in Moldova on the Dniester River.
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Grigoriopol
Grigoriopol is located on the left bank of the Dniester in Transnistria.
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Dondușeni
Dondușeni is the administrative center of the district with the same name in northern Moldova.
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Vatra
Vatra is a city located near Chișinău, situated on the shore of the Ghidighici Reservoir.
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Codru
Codru is a city within the Chișinău municipality.
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Cantemir
Cantemir is a relatively young city in southern Moldova on the Prut River.
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Lipcani
Lipcani is a city in the extreme northwest of Moldova on the Prut River.
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Ialoveni
Ialoveni is located south of Chișinău and is world-famous for its wine production.
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Nisporeni
Nisporeni is located in a hilly region in western Moldova.
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Basarabeasca
Basarabeasca is located in southern Moldova on the border with Ukraine.
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Briceni
Briceni is located in northwestern Moldova near the Ukrainian and Romanian borders.
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Otaci
Otaci is located in northern Moldova on the right bank of the Dniester, opposite the Ukrainian city of Mohyliv-Podilskyi.
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Camenca
Camenca is a city in northern Transnistria, known for its mild climate and as a popular spa resort.
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Glodeni
Glodeni is a city in northwestern Moldova.
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Bender
Bender, also known as Tighina, is a historical city on the right bank of the Dniester.
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Leova
Leova is situated on the eastern bank of the Prut River in southwestern Moldova.
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Cornești
Cornești is a city in the Ungheni district of western Moldova.
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Soroca
Soroca is located on the right bank of the Dniester and is famous for its medieval fortress.
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Brănești
Brănești is a locality in Orhei District, known for its underground limestone galleries.
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Drochia
Drochia is a city in northern Moldova known for its grand cathedral and its role in the sugar industry.
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Ceadîr-Lunga
Ceadîr-Lunga is the second largest city in Gagauzia.
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Durlești
Durlești is a suburb of Chișinău, part of the capital municipality.
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Edineț
Edineț is an important city in northern Moldova.
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Sîngerei
Sîngerei is a city in northern Moldova.
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Hîncești
Hîncești is located southwest of Chișinău and is famous for the impressive Manuc Bei Manor.
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Dubăsari
Dubăsari is a city on the Dniester in Transnistria.
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Sîngera
Sîngera, a satellite town of Chișinău, offers a tranquil suburban atmosphere close to Moldova's vibrant capital and its renowned wineries.
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Ocnița
Ocnița is the northernmost city of Moldova, located right on the border with Ukraine.
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Rîbnița
Rîbnița is a major industrial city on the left bank of the Dniester in Transnistria.
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Cimișlia
Cimișlia is located in southern Moldova on the Cogâlnic River.
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Vulcănești
Vulcănești is a city in the extreme south of Moldova, part of Gagauzia.
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Bucovăț
Bucovăț is a city in the Strășeni district of central Moldova.
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Cahul
Cahul is a university city and a well-known spa resort in southern Moldova.
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Fălești
Fălești is a city in northwestern Moldova.
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Ungheni
Ungheni is located on the border with Romania, on the Prut River.
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Căușeni
Căușeni is a city in southeastern Moldova.
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Pădurea Domnească
Moldova's largest nature reserve, home to European bisons and the mysterious 'Hundred Mounds' landscape.
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Tiraspol
The capital of Transnistria, characterized by Soviet-era architecture.
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Chișinău
The vibrant heart of Moldova, a green and modern capital.
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Telenești
A city of historical importance in central Moldova.
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Anenii Noi
A strategically located city east of the capital.
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Orhei
A dynamic city with rich historical roots.
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Strășeni
An industrial center in the heart of the Codru forest.
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What are the largest cities in Moldova?
This page lists the most important cities by population – each with its own detail page, map and attractions.
How do I find attractions per city?
Click a city – the detail page lists the top attractions, a map and travel tips.