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Locations close to OCTAGON Restaurant

  • Museums & Galleries

    National Geological Museum — Bucharest

    The building on Kiseleff Boulevard no. 2 is worth a stop before you even step inside: built in the early 20th century in neo-Brâncovenesc style, it is a listed architectural monument in its own right. Inside, three floors and 14 rooms house around 7,700 exhibits — fluorescent minerals, crystals, rocks over a billion years old, fossils, drill cores...

  • Fitness Clubs and Gyms

    Unique Fitness

    Services: fitness, yoga, cardio, pilates, outdoor
    What recommends it - Yoga and pilates programs. Perfect for those who want a holistic and balanced approach to fitness.
    Program:
    Monday-Friday: 07:00 - 22:00;
    Saturday - Sunday: 09:00 - 16:00
    Prices: from 100 euro/month

  • Education

    Atlanthea Primary School - Bucureștii Noi

    Atlanthea Primary School, inaugurated in September 2020 and authorized by the Ministry of Education and ARACIP, carries out its educational activity based on the Romanian national curriculum, while integrating valuable elements of recognized alternative pedagogies. This holistic and integrative approach aims at the harmonious development of each ch...

  • Cafes & Tea Houses

    Brutăria cu Maia

    Brutăria cu Maia isn’t just a place to buy bread — it’s a statement of simplicity and care for ingredients. Tucked away on a quiet street near Victoriei, this bakery is built on clean recipes, slow-milled flour, water, salt, and natural sourdough starter, with zero shortcuts. The bread has a crusty exterior, elastic crumb, and a subtly tangy flavor...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială "Sfântul Nicolae" – No. 175

    Școala Gimnazială "Sfântul Nicolae" – No. 175 is one of the oldest educational institutions in the area, with a history dating back to 1898. Over time, the school has undergone various transformations and modernizations, while remaining committed to providing high-quality education and shaping active and responsible citizens.
    The school offers prim...

  • Museums & Galleries

    The National Museum of the Romanian Peasant

    One of the most important ethnography museums in Europe, with a collection of over 155,000 objects — folk costumes, ceramics, glass icons, tools, textiles, and everyday household items from all Romanian provinces. The neo-Romanian style building is itself a historic landmark.
    The permanent exhibition was reopened in April 2025 following restoration...

  • Hospitals

    St. Maria Victoria Clinic

    Description: The St. Maria Victoria Clinic offers a wide range of medical services, including consultations in specialties such as cardiology, dermatology, gynecology, neurology, orthopedics and general medicine. The clinic also offers medical imaging services (ultrasound, MRI, radiology), laboratory tests and various medical rehabilitation proced...

  • Co-Working Spaces

    Mindspace Victoriei

    Located on Ion Mihalache Boulevard 15–17, near Piața Victoriei, this space blends private offices with open-plan work areas, in a layout inspired by the local creative community. The design features vintage furniture, natural materials, and generous communal spaces, following Design Thinking principles to foster collaboration. Members benefit from...

  • Shopping

    Annual fairs at National Museum of the Romanian Peasant (MȚR)

    The annual fairs organized by the National Museum of the Romanian Peasant (MȚR) form a well-structured cultural calendar dedicated to promoting traditional crafts, contemporary creativity, and authentic, meaningful consumption. Each season offers a new opportunity for artisans, collectors, creators, and the urban public to connect through living he...

  • Have Fun

    Destiny Park

    Destiny Park is Romania’s first edutainment park, designed as a miniature city where children aged 3 to 14 can explore real-life professions in a safe, immersive environment. Each area is dedicated to a specific job—doctor, pilot, firefighter, TV presenter, architect, detective, and more—complete with realistic equipment, settings, and hands-on act...

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.