Herăstrău Travel Guide
Bucharest
Popular places to visit
Palace of the Parliament
Wander through the extravagant and pompous rooms of this monstrous palace, which stands as a stark reminder of Romania’s troublesome communist years.
Piata Romana
Find out about the history of Bucharest with a stop at Piata Romana. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Piata Unirii
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to Piata Unirii. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Romanian Athenaeum
Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.
University Square
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to University Square. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Herastrau Park
Spend some time at this attractive urban park, which has an adventure playground, aquarium, boating lake, open-air museum, restaurants and walking trails.
Things to do
Hidden Bucharest: Secrets of the Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov Day Trip
Salt Mine Tour from Bucharest with Entrance Ticket
Skip the Line Ticket of the Palace of Parliament in Bucharest
Top hotels in Herăstrău
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Airport
Literally walked across the street to the airport terminal (with luggage!) Couldn’t have been more convenient
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
Amazing property !! Highly recommended- Not close to the Old Town Bucharest, but a lovely property !
Reviewed on 31 Mar 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
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
Radisson BLU Bucharest
A truly excellent hotel located in one of the most attractive areas of Bucharest. Wonderful and friendly staff at your service to make your stay a unique experience. Many thanks. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel Bucharest
High standard in a convenient city centre location. Excellent breakfast and two excellent restaurants. Staff welcoming and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Herăstrău
Kiseleff
Kiseleff is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arcul de Triumf and World Trade Center.
Aviației
Though Aviației may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Promenada and Arcul de Triumf.
Băneasa
While Băneasa isn't home to many top sights, Club Oasis Sport & Leisure and Petrom City are some notable places to visit nearby.
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".
Sector 1
If you're spending time in Sector 1, you might enjoy attractions like RomExpo and World Trade Center. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Străulești Station to see more of the city.
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.
