Bucharest Old Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic street with ornate architecture, a prominent dome, and a statue.
A grand building with a reflection in a calm body of water, surrounded by greenery and under a partly cloudy sky.
A historic building with classical architecture, a cobblestone street, and a clear blue sky.
A grand building with large columns and illuminated windows at dusk.
A yellow taxi in front of a grand building with a dome and columns.

Stay near popular Bucharest Old Town attractions

A street with a large classical building, pedestrians, and cars.

National History Museum of Romania

8.6/10 (314 reviews)
Marvel at the Bronze Age statues and Romanian jewelry on display at this museum set inside a majestic neoclassical palace.
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Activities

Bucharest: Palace of Parliament Tickets and Guide

Bucharest: Palace of Parliament Tickets and Guide

NZ$64
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Bucharest: Palace of Parliament Tickets and Guide
From Bucharest: Slănic Prahova Salt Mine Ticket and Transfer

From Bucharest:Salt Mine Excursion,Entrance Ticket Included

NZ$75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Bucharest:Salt Mine Excursion,Entrance Ticket Included
Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

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

NZ$61
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip
Bucharest: Top Gear Road and Wild Brown Bears Day Day Trip

Bucharest: Top Gear Road and Wild Brown Bears Day Trip

NZ$96
per adult
Bucharest: Top Gear Road and Wild Brown Bears Day Trip
Bucharest: Therme București Entry Ticket with Transportation

Bucharest: Therme București Entry Ticket with Transportation

NZ$98
per adult
Bucharest: Therme București Entry Ticket with Transportation
Bucharest: Museum of Senses Entry Ticket

Bucharest: Museum of Senses Entry Ticket

NZ$26
per adult
Bucharest: Museum of Senses Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Bucharest Old Town Hotel Deals

The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection

The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
2-6 Doamnei Street Bucharest
The price is NZ$397 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$397
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (738 reviews)
"The hotel is beautiful. The rooms are lovely and even the smaller rooms have ample space. My only complaint would be the pool area. It is too dark and hard to enjoy. The view from our room was rather depressing but the hotel can’t control that. Also there are many elevators that go to different places. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026

The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Moxy Bucharest Old Town

Moxy Bucharest Old Town

3.5 out of 5
17-19 Doamnei Street Bucharest
The price is NZ$206 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$206
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Moxy Bucharest Old Town
PeakTure Hotel Bucharest

PeakTure Hotel Bucharest

4 out of 5
Strada Slanic 26 Bucharest
The price is NZ$141 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$141
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Convenient location"

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2026

PeakTure Hotel Bucharest
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town

Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town

4 out of 5
12 Doamnei St Bucharest
The price is NZ$282 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$282
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
Hotel Epica

Hotel Epica

3 out of 5
1 Strada Șelimbăr Bucharest București
The price is NZ$217 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
NZ$217
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Bucharest Museum and Piaţa Universităţii are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"Good location and helpful staff. The hotel is new build, room is well-designed and very clean. The breakfast food is not much choice but enough for us."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hotel Epica
The Mansion Boutique Hotel

The Mansion Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
Franceza Street 11 Bucharest
The price is NZ$258 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$258
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (507 reviews)
"Very central, good taxi pick up (early hours flight by paid locally), friendly and helpful staff. Light sleepers may find it tricky as noise filters up from the restaurant downstairs until late. Overall, a good stay."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

The Mansion Boutique Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Bucharest Old Town

Find the best Bucharest Old Town areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Bucharest Old Town
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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 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 National Bank of Romania or National History Museum of Romania.

A classical building with a dome and columns, surrounded by greenery and a flagpole.

Sector 1

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

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 snow-covered street with historic buildings and a dome in the background.
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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.

Bucharest Old Town Travel Guide

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