Bucharest Old Town Travel Guide
Bucharest
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.
Curtea Veche
Walk in the footsteps of the kings of Wallachia at this ruined royal court and visit one of Bucharest’s oldest churches.
Stavropoleos Church
In the heart of Bucharest’s Old Town is a pretty 18th-century church. Craftsmen work scrupulously to maintain its architectural beauty.
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.
Manuc's Inn
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you spend time at Manuc's Inn. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Things to do
Bucharest: Top Gear Road - Transfăgărășan Highway Day Trip
Hidden Bucharest: Secrets of the Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Bucharest: Communism and History Guided City Walking Tour
Skip the Line Ticket of the Palace of Parliament in Bucharest
Top hotels in Bucharest Old Town
PeakTure Hotel Bucharest
"Everything was great, I would definitely go back."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
"Great hotel in a great location."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
"Great place to stay, nice location, clean and friendly"
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Moxy Bucharest Old Town
"Great location, very helpful staff, good breakfast selection. Downsides no decaf refreshments so have to pay extra for those. Only one bottle of water in room for two people, was refillable downstairs but two bottles would be better as it wasn’t very big and with no tea or coffee making facilities ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Concorde Old Bucharest Hotel
"Perfectly located in the Old Town. Staff were very helpful. Breakfast was great. I like the temperature control. Near lots of restaurants and the centre of Bucharest where you had transport options everywhere."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Mansion Boutique Hotel
"Everything was excellent"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
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 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
