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Locations close to Uncle John - Calea Văcărești

  • Police Stations

    Police Station 9

    (DEPUTY) CHIEF OF SECTION: Deputy Police Superintendent GEAMBAȘU ANDREI BOGDAN ANDREI
    DEPUTY HEAD OF SECTION: Police Superintendent GHIURCĂ FLORENTIN TIBERIU

    Section 9 is responsible for maintaining public order and the safety of citizens in the area. Its duties include preventing and combating crimes such as theft, street violence and economic cr...

  • Education

    Elena Văcărescu Secondary School

    "Elena Văcărescu" Secondary School is located at 15 Stanislav Cihoschi Street, in the 1st sector of Bucharest. The institution offers education for primary and secondary grades, with a total of 924 students and 51 teachers, distributed in 37 classes. Education is bilingual, including classes taught in the mother tongue German. This sets it apart f...

  • Hospitals

    AngioMedica

    Description: AngioMedica is a leading private hospital specializing in the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease. It offers a wide range of services, including coronary angiography, angioplasty, pacemaker implants, vascular surgery and minimally invasive complex procedures. The hospital has state-of-the-art equipment...

  • Historical Sites

    Moara lui Assan (Assan's Mill)

    Moara lui Assan (Assan's Mill) is a historic monument located in Sector 2 of Bucharest, known as the first steam-powered mill in Romania. Built in 1853 by entrepreneur George Assan, the mill was a major milestone in the country’s industrialization.
    Over the years, the industrial complex expanded, becoming one of Bucharest’s most important grain pro...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială Nr. 24

    Școala Gimnazială Nr. 24, located at 52 Tunari Street in Sector 2, Bucharest, is a school with over 140 years of tradition, offering both primary and lower secondary education.
    In 2024, the school recorded an impressive average score of 7.97 in the National Evaluation, with 8.27 in Romanian and 7.67 in Math, out of 58 graduates. One student even ac...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială nr. 62

    Școala Gimnazială nr. 62, located on Potârnichii Street in Sector 2, Bucharest, offers preschool, primary, lower secondary, and a class for special education. The daily schedule for primary and lower secondary runs from 08:00 to 14:00/15:00. The school has two buildings: Building A, with 11 classrooms and a lunchroom for the “After School” program,...

  • Lifestyle

    Why Not - Obor

    Services: hairdressing, barber, cosmetics, manicure, pedicure, permanent hair removal.
    What makes it a great choice? Salon Why Not Obor is part of the Why Not Salons network, recognized for the high quality beauty services offered by a team of dedicated professionals. Using professional products and modern equipment, the salon ensures customer sat...

  • Education

    IOANID Gymnasium School

    IOANID Gymnasium School, located in Bucharest, offers a comprehensive educational program for students in grades V-VIII. The daily program starts at 8:00 am and ends at 6:00 pm, including both curricular activities according to the National Curriculum and extra-curricular activities designed to develop students' skills and talents.

    IOANID also inc...

  • Museums & Galleries

    The National Military Museum "King Ferdinand I"

    The museum was founded on 18 December 1923, by Royal Decree no. 6064, signed by King Ferdinand I himself — after whom it is named to this day. The founding purpose was clear: to preserve and pass on Romania's military memory at a time when the country had just emerged from the First World War with reunited territories, but also with deep wounds.
    Ov...

FAQ in case you need it

  • Yes, it is generally safe, with occasional petty theft in busy areas. Use common sense precautions.
  • No, but it helps. Many people speak English, especially younger generations and
    professionals.
  • Metro is fastest, public transport is cheap, and ride-sharing (Uber/Bolt) is convenient.
    Walking works great in the city center.
  • Yes. EU citizens can buy freely. Non-EU citizens can buy apartments and rent easily.
  • Bucharest is affordable compared to most EU capitals. Rent, food, and transport are
    reasonably priced. Costs depend on lifestyle.
  • Non-EU citizens need a visa or residence permit. EU citizens must register after 3 months
    with Romanian Immigration.
  • Yes. Public healthcare is accessible, but private clinics offer faster and higher-quality
    services. Health insurance is recommended.
  • Yes. Bucharest has several international schools and English-taught university programs,
    especially in medicine, business, and tech.