București - Ilfov Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bucharest which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a park
Bucharest which includes a bridge
Bucharest showing music, a monument and a garden
Bucharest which includes outdoor art, a statue or sculpture and theatre scenes
Lipscani featuring a statue or sculpture

Where to stay in București - Ilfov

Carol Park which includes a monument

Bucharest City-Centre

4/5(252 area reviews)

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.

Bucharest City-Centre
Lipscani featuring a statue or sculpture

Bucharest Old Town

Unique features of Bucharest Old Town include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Curtea Veche or Stavropoleos Church while you're exploring the area.

Bucharest Old Town
Museum of the Romanian Peasant which includes interior views

Sector 1

If you're spending time in Sector 1, you might enjoy attractions like RomExpo and House of the Free Press. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Străulești Station to see more of the city.

Sector 1
Lipscani featuring a city, café scenes and street scenes

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 Stavropoleos Church.

Lipscani
Bucharest which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a park

Sector 3

Historical sites and restaurants are highlights of Sector 3. Make a stop by Bucharest Mall or Piata Unirii while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at University Station to get around town.

Sector 3
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Sector 2

Get to know Sector 2 and its many features like its parks and spas. You might want to explore sights like National Arena and University Square, and you can jump on the metro at Obor or Piata Iancului to get around the city.

Sector 2
Novotel Bucharest City Centre

Novotel Bucharest City Centre

4 out of 5
37B Calea Victoriei, Sector 1, Bucharest
The price is Rp1.740.711 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.740.711
Rp1.914.781 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"We stayed two nights with my kids and had a great experience. The hotel is centrally located, just a short walk from the Lipscani old town area—very convenient for exploring Bucharest. The breakfast was delicious and diverse, with plenty of food and drink options for everyone. The staff were kind ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Novotel Bucharest City Centre
Grand Hotel Bucharest

Grand Hotel Bucharest

5 out of 5
Bulevardul Nicolae Balcescu, Bucharest, Bucharest
The price is Rp1.633.388 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
Rp1.633.388
Rp1.796.727 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (301 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, great location next to Old Town, reasonably priced, good breakfast buffet, very comfortable king size bed, next to subway station though walkable to many attractions."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2025

Grand Hotel Bucharest
JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel

JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel

5 out of 5
Calea 13 Septembrie 90, Bucharest
The price is Rp2.349.883 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
Rp2.349.883
Rp2.584.872 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy 6 restaurants, a casino and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (841 reviews)
"The property is conveniently located near the tourist attractions. One could easily walk or take cab/uber."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
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VISIONAPARTMENTS Bucharest Calea Victoriei

VISIONAPARTMENTS Bucharest Calea Victoriei

4 out of 5
38-40 Calea Victoriei, Bucharest
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Palace of the Parliament and Odeon ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (167 reviews)
Amazing stay
"Very nice hotel good location staff very friendly and helpful especially helping me book a taxi to go to spa Definitely recommend 🙂"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

VISIONAPARTMENTS Bucharest Calea Victoriei
Aiastay Bucharest River Apartments

Aiastay Bucharest River Apartments

4 out of 5
Splaiul Independentei 2J, Bucharest
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and concierge services. Popular attractions Palace ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"The apartment was well equipped and had everything you needed for a comfortable stay. The only options left when I booked were court yard view not river view. The courtyard is a little dilapidated as a view but this did not affect my stay. Although there is no reception the communications from the ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Aiastay Bucharest River Apartments
Studio Militari Residence M2

Studio Militari Residence M2

3.5 out of 5
Strada Tineretului 85, Bl 3, et. 6, ap. 621, Chiajna, Ilfov
Stay at this 3.5-star spa apartment in Chiajna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Palace of the Parliament and Terra ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (12 reviews)
"Good not like on the pictures but ok, very hard with the parking….far from downtown in the morning 1 hr traffic But overall is fine"

Reviewed on 4 Dec 2023

Studio Militari Residence M2
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Popular places to visit

Palace of the Parliament showing a sunset, a fountain and heritage architecture

Palace of the Parliament

4/5(79 reviews)

Wander through the extravagant and pompous rooms of this monstrous palace, which stands as a stark reminder of Romania’s troublesome communist years.

Palace of the Parliament
Bucharest which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a park

Piata Unirii

4/5(34 reviews)

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.

Piata Unirii
Romanian Athenaeum showing theatre scenes, a park and heritage architecture

Romanian Athenaeum

4.5/5(47 reviews)

Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.

Romanian Athenaeum
Piata Romana

Piata Romana

4/5(44 reviews)

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 Romana
Herastrau Park which includes a statue or sculpture and cycling as well as a small group of people

Herastrau Park

4.5/5(44 reviews)

Spend some time at this attractive urban park, which has an adventure playground, aquarium, boating lake, open-air museum, restaurants and walking trails.

Herastrau Park
University Square

University Square

4/5(53 reviews)

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.

University Square

Things to do

Therme Bucharest Spa

Therme Bucharest Tickets and Water Theme Park

Rp552.340
per adult
Therme Bucharest Tickets and Water Theme Park
Therme Bucharest

Pure Relaxation at Therme Bucharest Wellness Retreat

Rp495.202
per adult
Pure Relaxation at Therme Bucharest Wellness Retreat
Relax and Fun at Thermal Spa Bucharest

Relax and Fun at Thermal Spa Bucharest (Admission Ticket)

Rp552.340
per adult
Relax and Fun at Thermal Spa Bucharest (Admission Ticket)
Relax and Wellness at Therme Spa Bucharest

Relax 'n Wellness at Thermal Spa Bucharest (Full Access+Transfer)

Rp3.028.349
per adult
Relax 'n Wellness at Thermal Spa Bucharest (Full Access+Transfer)
Spa Day in Bucharest

Private Transfer and 3H Tickets to Therme Bucharest

Rp2.190.315
per adult
Private Transfer and 3H Tickets to Therme Bucharest
Elysium: Ultimate Pampering Experience at Therme Spa and Wellness

Elysium: Ultimate Pampering Experience at Therme Spa and Wellness

Rp1.333.235
per adult
Elysium: Ultimate Pampering Experience at Therme Spa and Wellness
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