The National Bank of Romania Museum operates inside the Old Palace of the NBR, at Strada Lipscani 25, in Sector 3. The building went up between 1884 and 1890, designed by French architects Cassien Bernard and Albert Galeron, with construction overseen by Romanians Grigore Cerchez and E. Băicoianu. Many consider it the most beautiful building in Buc...
Anthony Frost English Bookshop was for many years a unique cultural landmark in Bucharest—the only bookstore dedicated entirely to English-language books, founded in 2007 on Calea Victoriei. Small but welcoming, the shop curated a carefully selected range of literature, nonfiction, art, history, comics, and children’s books, all handpicked by found...
Mezanin Market, unlike the Vitan Fair, is a contemporary market held in modern urban venues in central Bucharest, such as Palatul Universul in Sector 1. It focuses on local creators, sustainable brands, artists, and small entrepreneurs working in areas like product design, slow fashion, natural cosmetics, and artisanal food.
The atmosphere is clea...
The Universul Palace, located in the center of Bucharest, is a historical building of great importance, originally known as the headquarters of the "Universul" newspaper, one of the most influential newspapers in interwar Romania. Built between 1926 and 1930, the palace impresses with its neoclassical architecture and elaborate ornamental details,...
The National Museum of Romanian History (MNIR), located in Bucharest, on Calea Victoriei, was established in 1970 and is housed in an impressive building dating back to the Belle Époque period. The building, constructed between 1894 and 1899, was originally the headquarters of the Central Post Office, and its transformation into a museum was part o...
The Odeon Theater in Bucharest is a cultural institution founded in 1946, with a tradition of over 70 years in promoting theatrical art. Located on Calea Victoriei, in Sector 1, Odeon Theatre is recognized for its quality productions, which combine both classical and contemporary works, offering a wide range of performances.
Over the decades, the...
I’Velo Urban – University Square is the perfect spot for an active break in the heart of the city. Located near the university areas and major tourist attractions, this center offers quick access to bike lanes for a relaxing ride through Bucharest.
I'Velo Urban is a 24/7 bike rental system that encourages an active and sustainable lifestyle in the...
The Telephone Palace (Palatul Telefoanelor) is one of the most iconic buildings in Bucharest, located on Calea Victoriei in Sector 1. Built between 1929 and 1934, it was Romania’s first skyscraper and a symbol of the city’s modernization during the interwar period.
With an architecture influenced by the Art Deco style, the building served for deca...
Apollo111 is an independent, urban theatre located in a repurposed industrial space inside the historic Universul Palace, just off Calea Victoriei. A vibrant cultural landmark, it is known for its bold and contemporary repertoire, with a strong focus on new Romanian playwriting and radical reinterpretations of classic texts. Its productions are oft...
Grand Café Van Gogh is an iconic destination in Bucharest’s Old Town, located on Smârdan Street, near the National Bank of Romania Palace. The café stands out with an elegant interior inspired by the works of Van Gogh, creating an artistic and inviting atmosphere. The menu offers a variety of European and Central European dishes, with a special foc...