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Locations close to Uncle John - Calea Văcărești

  • Markets

    Matache Square

    Matache Square is a historic market area in northern central Bucharest, near Gara de Nord. Its old market hall, built in the 19th century, was partially demolished in the 2010s, a decision that sparked public protests and debates about heritage protection. Today, the space functions as a smaller agro-food market, with stalls selling vegetables, fru...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială nr 77

    Școala Gimnazială nr. 77, located at Șoseaua Pantelimon nr. 289 in Sector 2, Bucharest, offers primary and lower secondary education. In the 2024–2025 school year, the school has around 457 students and a staff of 40 employees. Its facilities include religion and art classrooms, video projectors, a home cinema system, 10 computers for the A.E.L. sy...

  • Museums & Galleries

    Cotroceni National Museum

    The Cotroceni National Museum, located in the Cotroceni Palace in Bucharest, is a cultural institution of great importance, reflecting Romania's rich history and art. The palace, built in the 17th century and renovated in the neoclassical style in the late 19th century, serves as the presidential residence and has been home to the museum since 1991...

  • Hospitals

    St. Pantelimon Emergency Hospital

    Description: Emergency hospital with various specialties including surgery, internal medicine and intensive care
    The hospital offers a wide range of medical services, including general surgery, internal medicine, obstetrics-gynecology, neonatology, neurosurgery and orthopedics-traumatology. The Emergency First Aid Unit (UPU) is equipped with modern...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială No. 1 – Sfinții Voievozi

    Located in Sector 1, at 25 Atelierului Street, near Gara de Nord, Școala Gimnazială No. 1 – Sfinții Voievozi is one of the oldest educational institutions in Bucharest, founded in 1892. Over the years, the school has grown into a successful educational complex, recognized by winning the "European School Trophy" in 2010.
    Educational levels offered:...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială nr. 28

    School No. 28, located at Aleea Circului no. 1, in Sector 2, Bucharest, offers primary and lower secondary education. In the 2024–2025 school year, the school had 84 graduates.
    At the 2024 National Evaluation, students achieved an average score of 7.54, with 7.65 in Romanian and 7.44 in Mathematics.
    The school building was modernized using European...

  • Hospitals

    "Nicolae Malaxa" Clinical Hospital

    Opening hours: Non-stop for emergencies; hours differ for other services and can be consulted by phone or on the website.
    Description: Hospital with various specializations, including surgery, internal medicine and medical rehabilitation, designed to care for patients both in emergencies and for scheduled consultations. The medical team consists o...

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.