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Locations close to Donerboom – Barbu Văcărescu

  • Transport

    I’Velo Relax Parcul Regele Mihai I (Herăstrău)

    I'Velo Relax offers bike rental services at Parcul Regele Mihai I, located in Sector 1 of Bucharest, near Charles de Gaulle Square. The rental point is positioned at the park's main entrance, providing easy access for visitors.
    Rental Rates:
    1 hour: 20 RON
    2 hours: 25 RON
    24 hours: 50 RON
    For each hour of delay, an additional fee of 12.5 RON is ch...

  • Accomodation

    Marshal Garden Hotel

    The Marshal Garden Hotel is a 5-star hotel situated in the heart of Bucharest, in the residential neighborhood of Dorobanți, at Calea Dorobanților 50B, Sector 1. Just 500 meters from the metro station Piața Romană, the hotel offers easy access to the city's main tourist attractions and important sights.

    The hotel features 63 spacious rooms and su...

  • Restaurants

    Trattoria Mezzaluna

    Trattoria Mezzaluna is an Italian restaurant located in the heart of Bucharest, on Calea Dorobanți, bringing the charm and authenticity of Italian cuisine to the capital. Its warm and welcoming atmosphere, inspired by traditional Italian trattorias, makes it the perfect place for romantic dinners, business meetings, or relaxed meals with family and...

  • Cafes & Tea Houses

    Zelateria

    Nestled on Aviatorilor Boulevard no. 65, in the elegant Dorobanți neighborhood of Bucharest, Zelateria is more than just a patisserie—it’s a celebration of Romania’s forgotten dessert heritage. Under the guidance of Ana Consulea, a pastry chef trained both in Romania and France, Zelateria revives old recipes with a modern touch, combining tradition...

  • Cafes & Tea Houses

    Steam Coffee Shop - Piața Charles de Gaulle

    Steam Coffee Shop, located on Piața Charles de Gaulle, is the kind of place you come back to—not just for the top-tier coffee, but for the quiet sense of ease it brings in the middle of a bustling city. Just steps away from Herăstrău Park, tucked into a leafy corner, it’s the perfect spot to kick off your morning or unwind mid-day with something wa...

  • Historical Sites

    Ghica Tei Palace

    Ghica Tei Palace is one of those buildings that doesn’t aim to impress through opulence, but through the aristocratic sobriety of its proportions. Built in neoclassical style, with a balanced and subtly decorated façade, the palace preserves the air of an era when prestige was expressed through restraint, not flamboyance. It was erected in the firs...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială „Grigorie Ghica Voievod”

    Grigorie Ghica Voievod Secondary School, located at Lăptari Tei Street no. 23, in Sector 2, Bucharest, offers primary and lower secondary education. In the 2024–2025 school year, the school has approximately 1,300 students enrolled.
    The school building was recently modernized, with upgrades to electrical, heating, and sanitary systems, new windows...

  • Lifestyle

    Ocean's Beauty Center

    Services: Ocean's Beauty Center offers body contouring and permanent hair removal with state-of-the-art technology, customized facials and beauty procedures such as eyelash rolling and body wraps. All services are performed with professional products and specialized technicians.

    Why is so special Ocean's Beauty Center: Ocean's Beauty Center stands...

  • Education

    "Ita Wegman" Bilingual Theoretical High School

    Tucked away on Dimitrie Pompeiu Boulevard no. 3, in Sector 2 of Bucharest, Ita Wegman is a public school founded in 2002. It stands out as one of the few institutions in Romania that offers education based on the Waldorf alternative, a method focused on the holistic development of the child — emotionally, cognitively, and socially.
    The school provi...

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.