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.
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.
Top hotels in Bucharest Old Town
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Great location. Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
Hotel is in a great location, central to the old town and within easy walking distance of bars, restaurants and cafes and the bus stop for the Express 100 bus to/from the airport. Hotel is modern and clean and staff are lovely. Amenities are minimal for a high end hotel (ie kettle but no coffee machine, ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Moxy Bucharest Old Town
The room was clean and a great location if you like action. I happen to and so close to all the fun of Old Town. Rooms have no places to put clothes so have to stay packed in the suitcases. Its good if you want a good rate. Great breakfast for the rate.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
PeakTure Hotel Bucharest
We loved the location of the hotel, close to the old town areas. It was easy to walk around to many of the places we wanted to see. Breakfast was very nice with eggs, bacon, nice coffee, fresh fruit, croissants, yoghurt and cereals. The room was clean with a fresh and modern bathroom. There were ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Concorde Old Bucharest Hotel
Good location
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Mansion Boutique Hotel
The hotel is in a perfect location right in the middle of the old town. Just walk out the door for lots of bars and restaurants up and down the road. The hotel was lovely and breakfast is included with all rooms. The hotel has its own restaurant on Italy theme open all nights. The staff were excellent. ...
Reviewed on 25 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 Manuc's Inn.
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.
