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
Bucharest: Top Gear Road - Transfăgărășan Highway Day Trip
Hidden Bucharest: Secrets of the Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Therme Bucharest Tickets and Water Theme Park
Therme Bucharest Entry Pass – Spa and Pools Access
Relax and Fun at Thermal Spa Bucharest (Admission Ticket)
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
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
Excellent hotel, only stayed overnight but couldn't fault a thing about it. It was the standard I had come to expect from a Marriott
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Great location. Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
great location, tasty breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 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.
