Bucharest Travel Guide - Romania

Centrul Vechi, the old city center, is the historic core of Bucharest with old buildings, restaurants, boutiques, and nightclubs that underwent restoration between 2007 and 2011 after being spared from demolition during the Communist period.

The Palace of the Parliament is the largest building in Europe and one of the heaviest buildings in the world, serving as the seat of the Romanian Parliament and a major tourist attraction. Guided tours are available by phone booking.

Union Square (Piața Unirii) is one of the biggest and most important squares in Bucharest, known for its fountains and as a major transportation hub.

The National Museum of Art is located in an old Royal Palace and houses collections of Romanian and European art, including works by Rembrandt and Monet.

The Atheneum is a historic concert hall, home to the 'George Enescu Philharmonic Orchestra', and is considered one of the most important concert halls in Europe due to its excellent acoustics and unique architectural style.

Cismigiu Gardens is the oldest and most popular public park in Bucharest, designed in the mid-19th century.

Revolution Square is a historic site marking the heart of the Romanian revolution in 1989, featuring the Memorial of Rebirth.

Kretzulescu Church is an old church whose construction started in 1720 and has been restored several times.

Stavropoleos Monastery is an old Eastern Orthodox monastery located in the heart of the city center, built in 1724, and known as one of the most beautiful and well-preserved religious buildings in the city.

The Old Princely Court was the residence for centuries for the princess Wallachia (Vlad the Impaler, Dracula) and is currently undergoing reconstruction after being destroyed in the 19th century by an earthquake.

The Old Court Church is considered the oldest preserved church in its original appearance in the city and served for coronation ceremonies for 200 years.

The National Museum of Romanian History houses over 750,000 artifacts, including potteries, weapons, and costumes, and is located in a historic building formerly called the Palace of the posts.

Herăstrau Park is the largest park in any capital city in Europe, centered around the man-made Herăstrau lake.

The Village Museum showcases traditional Romanian village life, including real-sized historical houses from all regions of the country, located in Herăstrău Park.

The Arch of Triumph was built in 1935 to remember the Romanian victory in the first world war and to honor The Bravery soldiers.

Manuc’s Inn is one of the oldest buildings in town and one of Europe's final caravanserais, built in 1808, and by the middle of the 19th century, it was Bucharest's most important commercial complex.

Pasajul Victoria includes Umbrella Alley, a location popular for taking pictures.