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Locations close to Grădina Icoanei Park

  • Restaurants

    Sara Green

    Sara Green is a 100% vegan urban bistro, well-known for its contemporary, nutritionally balanced, and fairly priced dishes. The menu features a wide range of options, from juicy vegan burgers and colorful wraps to Asian-style stews, buddha bowls, and gluten-free, refined sugar-free desserts.
    The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, with a minimali...

  • Malls

    Unirea Shopping Center

    Unirea Shopping Center is one of the oldest shopping malls in Bucharest, located right in the center of the city, in Piața Unirii. Opened in 1976 and expanded in 1989, it was once the largest department store in communist Romania. Today, it spans about 83,971 m² across 4 floors, with a parking capacity of 1,000 spaces. It’s easily accessible via th...

  • Hospitals

    Sanador Hospital

    Description: Sanador Hospital is known for its wide range of health services, including specialized consultations and surgery. The hospital also offers fertility, gynecology and pediatric treatments. It has modern diagnostic equipment and is open for both emergencies and scheduled consultations.
    Program: Non-stop

  • Historical Sites

    Domnița Bălașa Church

    Domnița Bălașa Church is a discreet yet deeply significant landmark, located in Sector 4, near Unirii Square, on the right bank of the Dâmbovița River. Built between 1881 and 1885 in a Neo-Romantic style with Neo-Byzantine influences, the current church is the sixth structure raised on this site in memory of Princess Bălașa, daughter of Prince Cons...

  • Have Fun

    Inside Rooms

    Inside Rooms is the kind of escape room where story and atmosphere matter more than the number of puzzles. The rooms are inspired by iconic worlds – X-Men, Harry Potter, Cabin in the Woods – but reimagined tastefully, without feeling kitschy or like cheap knockoffs. The set design is cinematic, with smooth room transitions that feel like moving thr...

  • Lifestyle

    Manifest Salon

    Services: Hairdressing, styling, hair coloring.

    Why is it the best choice: Founded by Florin Noje, L'Oréal Professionnel & Dyson Ambassador, the salon offers innovative techniques and exceptional professional products.
    Program: Monday - closed. Tuesday- Friday: 10:00 - 20:00; Saturday: 10:00 - 14:00; Sunday: Closed

  • Education

    The Special Middle School for Students with Visual Impairments

    The Special Middle School for Students with Visual Impairments, located on 33 Austrului Street, Sector 2, Bucharest, is a public educational institution dedicated to children with visual disabilities. Founded in 1957, the school serves students aged 4 to 15, both from Bucharest and from other counties across Romania.
    The school building spans five...

  • Education

    "Alexandru Vlahuță" High School

    The "Alexandru Vlahuță" Theoretical High School is an educational institution with a long history, located in the Floreasca neighborhood in Sector 1 of Bucharest. Founded in 1891 as the "Mixed Primary School of Cătunul Floreasca, Comuna Băneasa", the school has evolved over the years, becoming a high school in 1999.

    It offers primary, middle and...

  • Hospitals

    Sanador Oncology Center

    Descriere: Centrul Oncologic Sanador dispune de echipamente de ultimă generație pentru diagnosticarea precoce a cancerului, inclusiv imagistică avansată (RMN, CT, PET-CT). Echipa medicală este formată din oncologi, chirurgi și alți specialiști cu experiență, care oferă soluții de tratament personalizate, incluzând chimioterapie, radioterapie și im...

  • Arts & Culture

    Street Art - David Popovici Mural

    The David Popovici mural, created by Sweet Damage Crew, is one of Bucharest’s most powerful recent street art pieces, celebrating achievement and the inspiration of a new generation. The work portrays the Romanian swimmer in a heroic, focused stance, his gaze forward and body in motion—symbolizing determination, discipline, and excellence. The back...

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.