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Locations close to Matache Square

  • Have Fun

    Trapped Escape Room

    Trapped Escape Room is one of the largest and most established escape room venues in Bucharest, featuring over 12 active rooms and welcoming more than 200,000 players to date. Each room is built with realistic décor and offers multiple difficulty levels (up to 3 per room for more complex scenarios), making it suitable for adult teams, families, and...

  • Education

    Monterra - Kindergarten and Montessori School - Icoanei

    Monterra - Montessori Kindergarten and Montessori School is a private educational institution, founded in 2010 and accredited by the Ministry of Education, offering educational programs based on the principles of Montessori pedagogy. The headquarters located at 77 Icoanei Street, sector 2, Bucharest, houses the middle school level of the school, wh...

  • Restaurants

    Mahala

    Mahala is a contemporary restaurant with a Romanian soul, skillfully reviving traditional flavors in a way that feels both sophisticated and unpretentious. Located near Piața Unirii, in a lively urban area, the place stands out through its minimalist design with industrial touches, deliberately contrasting with the deeply rooted Romanian culinary i...

  • Education

    Monterra Primary and Secondary School - Vasile Lascăr

    Monterra Primary and Secondary School in Bucharest is a private educational institution, accredited by the Ministry of Education, which applies the Montessori method. Founded in 2010, the school offers an educational environment based on exploration, autonomy and individual development. Monterra welcomes children between the ages of 1.5 and 12, div...

  • Shopping

    The Souvenir Shop

    Located in the heart of the Old Town, The Souvenir Shop stands apart from the usual tourist traps. Here, you’ll find authentic, handcrafted pieces made by Romanian artisans—items that tell a story rather than simply tick off national clichés. From hand-painted ceramics and traditional textiles to brass, wood, and bone jewelry, everything has a sens...

  • Restaurants

    City Grill - Old Town

    City Grill Centrul Vechi (Covaci) is a modern restaurant with a traditional soul, where Romanian cuisine comes to life in the heart of Bucharest. Located in Sector 3, in the lively and historic Old Town, the restaurant blends a charming atmosphere with delicious dishes—ranging from grilled mici and tochitură moldovenească to classic Romanian desser...

  • Co-Working Spaces

    Commons Unirii

    Commons Unirii is a co-working space located right in the center of Bucharest, on Strada Halelor 5, just steps away from Piața Unirii metro station. Spread across three floors of a historic building, it offers a mix of private offices, dedicated desks, and open seating, all within a modern setting featuring high ceilings and abundant natural light....

  • Markets

    Domenii Market

    Domenii Market is where the potatoes come scrubbed, the herbs are neatly tied with twine, and the sellers will straight-up tell you if the goods are homegrown or hauled in from a warehouse. It’s compact, calm, and oddly serene – a rare vibe for a Bucharest market. The crowd? Higher income, low tolerance for nonsense – people who know what they want...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială Nr. 128

    Located in Sector 5 of Bucharest, Secondary School No. 128 offers a modern and well-equipped learning environment for both primary and lower secondary education levels. In 2024, students achieved an average score of 8.19 on the National Evaluation exam, with 8.40 in Romanian Language and 7.98 in Mathematics, reflecting solid academic preparation in...

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.