The Armenian Quarter is a historic enclave in central Bucharest, nestled between Carol I Boulevard, Calea Moșilor, Strada Armenească, and Strada Maria Rosetti. Established by Armenian settlers from the 16th–17th centuries, it grew around the Armenian Church, shops run by coffee‑ and tobacco‑trading merchants, and workshops—forming one of the city’s...
Area: 80 ha
Main attractions: Plumbuita Lake, an artesian fountain, playgrounds, soccer field (access for a fee), Plumbuita Monastery, founded in the 16th century, and the Ghika Tei Palace, a neoclassical building dating from 1822, are located in the park
What it will conquer you with: A space where the spirituality of the Plumbuita Monastery blen...
Școala Gimnazială "Adrian Păunescu", located in Sector 6 of Bucharest, on Aleea Valea Prahovei no. 1, is a public school with a solid tradition, offering both primary and lower secondary education. In the 2024 academic year, the school runs 27 classes — 420 students enrolled in the primary cycle and 207 in the secondary, totaling 627 students overa...
Antic ExLibris, located on 23 Doamnei Street, is one of the largest and most visited second-hand bookstores in Bucharest. With an impressive stock of over 150,000 volumes, it offers a diverse selection of books in both Romanian and English, most of them heavily discounted by up to 80–90%. You'll find everything from classic literature, history, and...
Sambodhi Yoga Studio is a space with a warm, spiritual atmosphere, tucked inside a bohemian old house on a quiet street in the Armenească neighborhood. The studio is known for its integrative approach, combining asana, meditation, breathwork (pranayama), and sometimes sound or conscious movement practices. Classes range from gentle, restorative yog...
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...
Description: It is one of the oldest hospitals in Romania, known for its hematology, oncology and general surgery departments. The hospital offers a wide range of specialized medical services and benefits from a highly qualified team. The hospital is also renowned for its historic facade, an impressive example of Baroque architecture, which attrac...
CHIEF OF THE SECTION: Police Commissioner ILIESCU AUREL MARIAN AUREL
DEPUTY CHIEF: Senior Police Inspector BĂRĂGAN FLORIN ADRIAN
Bucharest Police Station 7 is located in Sector 2 and is responsible for ensuring public order and the safety of citizens in this area. It deals with preventing and combating crime, including theft, street violence and e...
LOCKEDup Escape Room is made for players who enjoy high-stakes stories, immersive design, and a touch of controlled adrenaline. The rooms are realistically built, with strong internal logic and mostly automated mechanics—no screens, no traditional padlocks. Some of the most popular rooms include The Amulet, a mystical Western-style adventure, and T...
Old Town Souvenirs is a unique destination for collectors of authentic memories, located in the heart of the Old Town. The shop’s concept focuses on local craftsmanship, collaborating with artisans who preserve traditional methods. The diverse selection includes one-of-a-kind souvenirs such as hand-painted ceramics, themed magnets, and decorative i...