About Bucharest
Bucharest is the capital of Romania, home to around 1,877,155 people.
Best time
May–June & September–October for mild weather and thinner crowds
Weather
Temperate, with warm summers and cool winters
Experiences
Things to do in Bucharest
1
Palace of the Parliament
2
Old City
3
Revolution Square
4
Arch of Triumph
5
Romanian Atheneum
6
Victory Square
7
National Art Museum
8
Aviation Museum
Budget travel
Free things to do in Bucharest
Old City
Revolution Square
Victory Square
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Palace of the Parliament
- Visit Old City
- Visit Revolution Square
- Eat at Kanteen 162
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Arch of Triumph
- Visit Romanian Atheneum
- Visit Victory Square
- Eat at LUCA
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit National Art Museum
- Visit Aviation Museum
- Visit Therme București
- Eat at SC Argentin Impex LLC
Where to eat
Kanteen 162
LUCA
SC Argentin Impex LLC
Bodega "La Mahala"
Cuptorul cu lemne
Locanta Jaristea
Rossetya 2.0
Trattoria Il Calcio Universitate
Where to stay
- Apartamente Regim Hotelier Bucuresti
- Short Term Apartments Rental
- Camping Casa Alba
- Butterfly Villa Hostel
- Midland Hostel
Shopping
- Bucharest Mall
- Jolie Ville Galleria
- Plaza Romania
- Unirea Shopping Center
- Băneasa Shopping City
- Liberty Center
Nightlife
- 1974 Niște Domni și Fiii
- Absintherie Sixtină
- Beer O'Clock
- Camera din Față
- Curtea berarilor
- Energiea
Museums & culture
- Palace of the Parliament
- National Art Museum
- Aviation Museum
In pictures
Bucharest gallery
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