Cotroceni Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Museum Cotroceni
You can browse the exhibits at National Museum Cotroceni, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Bucharest. Discover the area's museums and churches.
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 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.
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.
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.
Activities
Bucharest: Capture the most Photogenic Spots with a Local
From Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles & Brasov Full-Day Trip
Full-Day Excursion to Bulgaria from Bucharest
Explore Transylvania: Day Trip to Peles, Dracula's Castle & Brasov
Therme: Spa day at the Largest Relaxation Oasis in Bucharest
Our pick of the best Cotroceni Hotel Deals
Continental Forum Bucuresti Palatul Parlamentului
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
RIN Airport
Peakture Hotel Bucharest
JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
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Novotel Bucharest City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Cotroceni
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.
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.
Bucharest Old Town
Unique features of Bucharest Old Town include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Bucharest Museum or Curtea Veche while you're exploring the area.
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.
Drumul Taberei
Drumul Taberei might not have many top sights, but Terra Park and Ghencea Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sector 5
Sector 5 is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Casino at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel and Romanian National Opera while you're in town.