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.
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.
Curtea Veche
Walk in the footsteps of the kings of Wallachia at this ruined royal court and visit one of Bucharest’s oldest churches.
Manuc's Inn
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you spend time at Manuc's Inn. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Bucharest Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Bucharest Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Bucharest. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Things to do
Bucharest: Top Gear Road - Transfăgărășan Highway Day Trip
Hidden Bucharest: Secrets of the Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Bucharest: Communism and History Guided City Walking Tour
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle & Brasov Day Trip
Top hotels in Bucharest Old Town
PeakTure Hotel Bucharest
The room was very clean and tidy, and decorated in a modern style. We were on the top floor and had a nice view of the Old Town. There was a wide choice of food available at the breakfast buffet each morning to cater for all tastes and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The location of the ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Friendly staff, great location and would highly recommend
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
Nice clean place, not too big from inside but well maintained
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Moxy Bucharest Old Town
Great location, nesr Old Town and University Square. No telephone in room, which is bad for people without one or without an international plan to make free foreign calls. Robert said it was a minimalist hotel, yet they had games on the side, a meeting room and free lockers. plus an active bar, so ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Concorde Old Bucharest Hotel
Clean room well located helpful staff delicious and plentiful breakfast. Bed was comfortable and safe location. They even packed us a takeaway breakfast when we had to leave before service for our castle tour. Very thoughtful.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Mansion Boutique Hotel
The hotel is located right in n the heart of town surrounded by restaurants and pubs, close to everything. No gym or parking. But staff was excellent, nice buffet breakfast and good coffee!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
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.
