Bucharest Old Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Curtea Veche
Walk in the footsteps of the kings of Wallachia at this ruined royal court and visit one of Bucharest’s oldest churches.
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.
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.
Activities
Bucharest: Communism and History Guided City Walking Tour
Hidden Bucharest: Secrets of the Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Bucharest: Peles Castle, Bran Castle, and Brasov Day Trip
Bucharest Ghosts Stories and Mythology
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Skip the Line Ticket of the Palace of Parliament in Bucharest
Our pick of the best Bucharest Old Town Hotel Deals
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Great location. Beautiful hotel
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
Convenient to Old Town; great breakfast; helpful staff; clean, modern hotel; large TV.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Moxy Bucharest Old Town
The room was clean and a great location if you like action. I happen to and so close to all the fun of Old Town. Rooms have no places to put clothes so have to stay packed in the suitcases. Its good if you want a good rate. Great breakfast for the rate.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
PeakTure Hotel Bucharest
It’s a small hotel so yes breakfast was good , staff very friendly , it was clean
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Concorde Old Bucharest Hotel
Good location
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
The Mansion Boutique Hotel
Lovely hotel, room and staff in perfect location. Be aware that there are steep steps to get to upper floors and our air con was set to heat when it was actually warm outside.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
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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.
