Sector 1 Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cityscape with modern buildings, a prominent tower, and lush green trees.
A calm river with reflections of trees and sky.
A neoclassical building with a dome and columns, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.
A child playing in a wooded area with trees and a dirt ground.
An ornate theater interior with elaborate ceiling decorations, columns, and a balcony.

Stay near popular Sector 1 attractions

A classical building with columns and a statue in front.

Romanian Athenaeum

9.0/10 (851 reviews)
Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.
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Activities

Bucharest: Top Gear Road and Wild Brown Bears Day Day Trip

Bucharest: Top Gear Road and Wild Brown Bears Day Trip

AU$81
per adult
Bucharest: Top Gear Road and Wild Brown Bears Day Trip
Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

AU$51
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip
From Bucharest: Slănic Prahova Salt Mine Ticket and Transfer

From Bucharest: Slănic Prahova Salt Mine Ticket and Transfer

AU$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Bucharest: Slănic Prahova Salt Mine Ticket and Transfer
Bucharest: Palace of Parliament Tickets and Guide

Bucharest: Palace of Parliament Tickets and Guide

AU$54
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bucharest: Palace of Parliament Tickets and Guide
Bucharest: Museum of Senses Entry Ticket

Bucharest: Museum of Senses Entry Ticket

AU$19
per adult
Bucharest: Museum of Senses Entry Ticket
Bucharest: Slanic Salt Mine & Tomb of Dracula

Bucharest: Salt Mine & Dracula Tomb | Premium Group Tour

AU$91
per adult
Bucharest: Salt Mine & Dracula Tomb | Premium Group Tour
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Our pick of the best Sector 1 Hotel Deals

Grand Hotel Bucharest

Grand Hotel Bucharest

5 out of 5
Bulevardul Nicolae Balcescu Bucharest Bucharest
The price is AU$232 per night from 23 July to 24 July
AU$232
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (481 reviews)
"The breakfast was good. The staff was very nice and helpful. The hotel's location is very central and close to the old city."

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Grand Hotel Bucharest
Radisson BLU Bucharest

Radisson BLU Bucharest

5 out of 5
Calea Victoriei 63-81, Sector1 Bucharest
The price is AU$239 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$239
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The facility of the hotel are excellent"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Radisson BLU Bucharest
Novotel Bucharest City Centre

Novotel Bucharest City Centre

4 out of 5
37B Calea Victoriei Bucharest
The price is AU$177 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$177
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Property is very good for a mid priced hotel! Staff is helpful and housekeepers even checked with me to see if I was happy with the cleaning of my room. Only suggestion is that face cloths in the bathroom would be nice. Overall, I was very satisfied!"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

Novotel Bucharest City Centre
InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest by IHG

InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest by IHG

5 out of 5
1-3 Episcopiei Street Bucharest
The price is AU$269 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$269
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (447 reviews)
"Beautiful upscale hotel in a historic area. The restaurant was also excellent."

Reviewed on 12 July 2026

InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest by IHG
Grand Hotel Continental Bucuresti

Grand Hotel Continental Bucuresti

5 out of 5
56 Victoriei Avenue Bucharest
The price is AU$186 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$186
28 July - 29 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Good location on the centre of Bucharest. Staff really helpful and hotel clean and comfortable. Fruit and wine on arrival a nice touch. Rooms and furniture showing their age a bit. Would benefit from a revamp before too long."

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

Grand Hotel Continental Bucuresti
Hotel Moxa

Hotel Moxa

4 out of 5
4 Mihail Moxa Street Bucharest
The price is AU$134 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$134
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (504 reviews)
"The staff was particularly helpful, offered to make reservations, helped with my boarding pass when it was time to go home, called BOLT for my ride to the airport, helped with my luggage. Very friendly and nice."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Hotel Moxa
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Our guide on where to stay in Sector 1

Find the best Sector 1 areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with ornate architecture, including a large dome and columns, and a modern skyscraper in the background.

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.

A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a street lamp, and people walking.
Photo by Adrian Damian
Open Photo by Adrian Damian

Bucharest Old Town

Unique features of Bucharest Old Town include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Bucharest Museum or University Square while you're exploring the area.

A historic church with a prominent bell tower and intricate brickwork.

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.

A cityscape with a wide road, green trees, and modern buildings.

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.

A domed ceiling with religious iconography and a cross.
Photo by Matilde Civitillo
Open Photo by Matilde Civitillo

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 1 Travel Guide

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