Bucharest Old Town Travel Guide
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Visit Bucharest Old Town
Popular places to visit
National History Museum of Romania
Marvel at the Bronze Age statues and Romanian jewelry on display at this museum set inside a majestic neoclassical palace.
Stavropoleos Church
In the heart of Bucharest’s Old Town is a pretty 18th-century church. Craftsmen work scrupulously to maintain its architectural beauty.
Curtea Veche
Walk in the footsteps of the kings of Wallachia at this ruined royal court and visit one of Bucharest’s oldest churches.
Piaţa Universităţii
Learn about the local history of Bucharest when you take a trip to Piaţa Universităţii. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Bucharest Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Bucharest Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Bucharest. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
National Bank of Romania
National Bank of Romania is just one of the places to see in Bucharest, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Things to do
Hidden Bucharest: Secrets of the Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov Day Trip
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Salt Mine Tour from Bucharest with Entrance Ticket
Skip the Line Ticket of the Palace of Parliament in Bucharest
Top hotels in Bucharest Old Town
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Room was clean and bed was very comfortable. pool and spa were excellent. Major downside was the noise pollution from street and music from bars nearby.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
Well equipped and clean room. Kind staff. Good breakfast with a variety of options.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Moxy Bucharest Old Town
We had a generally decent stay, with some definite positives and a few irritations. The staff were consistently friendly and helpful, and we were pleasantly surprised to be upgraded for free, which we appreciated. The location is very convenient and made getting around easy. The shower had good water ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
PeakTure Hotel Bucharest
We really enjoyed our stay at the Peakture Bucharest. The room was small, but well-equipped. We appreciated the mini-fridge offerings and coffee were included. The location of the hotel is perfect for visiting the older part of town, shopping, and tours. The only drawback was lack of food on-site ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Concorde Old Bucharest Hotel
Good location
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Europa Royale Bucharest
Staff were very friendly and the place was clean. Walls very thin could hear somebody quietly moving around their room next to ours. Had a room over the atrium so the windows opened into the building which could be a bit noisy.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Bucharest Old Town
Lipscani
Lipscani is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Curtea Veche or National History Museum of Romania.
Bucharest City-Centre
Museums, historical sites and art galleries are just a few things travellers like about Bucharest City-Centre. Sights like Central University Library and Revolution Square are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Bucharest area at University Station.
Cotroceni
Cotroceni is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bucharest Botanical Garden and Cotroceni Palace.
Gara de Nord
While Gara de Nord may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Museum of Natural History "Grigore Antipa" and Museum of the Romanian Peasant.
Dorobanți
While Dorobanți may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum of the Romanian Peasant and National Museum of Natural History "Grigore Antipa".
Vitan
While visiting Vitan, you might make a stop by sights like Bucharest Mall and Dâmboviţa.
Bucharest Old Town Travel Guide
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- Antim Monastery
- Arcul de Triumf
- Bucharest Botanical Garden
- Visit Bucharest City-Centre
- Bucharest City Hall
- Visit Kiseleff
- Visit Lipscani
- Bucharest Mall
- Visit Sector 1
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- Visit Sector 3
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- Visit Sector 5
- Visit Sector 6
- Carol Park
- Casino at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
- Central Committee of the Communist Party Building
- Central University Library
- Cismigiu Garden
- Curtea Veche
- Herastrau Park
- National History Museum of Romania
- National Military Museum
- National Museum of Art of Romania
- National Theater Bucharest
- Novo Park
- Palace of the Parliament
- Patriarchal Palace
- Petrom City
- Piata Romana
- Revolution Square
- Romanian Athenaeum
- Romanian Patriarchal Cathedral
- Saint Spyridon the New Church
- Sala Palatului
- Sector 6 Holidays
- State Circus Park
- The Roman Arenas
- Tineretului Park
- Titan Park
- Unirea Shopping Center
- Victoria Square
