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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Bucharest Old Town
Peakture Hotel Bucharest
AC working, nice staff, convenient location
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Great location, friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
Good place to stay, breakfast was great. Would have been better if the menu for lunch and dinner changed instead of have the same menu all the time.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Europa Royale Bucharest
Hi desk staff was exceptionally helpful. Gabriella and food and beverage manager Alaina. All staff was very nice. Loved the location . Thanks
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Old Town Boutique Hotel
Very clean, perfect location, right at the old town, quiet, Near to busses to and from airport.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Concorde Old Bucharest Hotel
Friendly staff, good break choices, comfortable beds. Good room facilities.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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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 Victoria Square 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 Victoria Square.
Vitan
While visiting Vitan, you might make a stop by sights like Bucharest Mall and Dâmboviţa.
