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Locations close to The Old Town

  • Fast-Food

    Nikos Greek Taverna - Old Town

    Located in the Old Town, Nikos Greek Taverna offers an authentic culinary experience featuring dishes inspired by traditional Greek cuisine. The menu emphasizes fresh ingredients and well-balanced recipes, from classic gyros and feta cheese salads to more elaborate fish and seafood preparations.
    The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with a rustic...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială „Barbu Delavrancea”

    Barbu Delavrancea Gymnasium School, also known locally as “Școala Lucaci”, is located in Sector 3, Bucharest, on 28–30 Matei Basarab Street. With a tradition dating back to 1839, the school provides primary and lower secondary education (grades 0–8).
    In 2024, the school recorded a National Evaluation average score of 4.08, with 4.72 in Romanian Lan...

  • Hospitals

    Old St. Spiridon Medical Center 5-7

    Description: "Sfântul Spiridon Vechi" Hospital in Bucharest is a medical facility with tradition, part of a socio-medical complex of the Church of St. Spiridon. It offers a wide range of medical and social care services, aiming to improve the quality of life of the community. The hospital provides consultations in various specialties such as cardi...

  • Fast-Food

    Burger Van Bistro

    Burger Van Bistro is an urban eatery that evolved from a food truck into a fixed-location bistro, while keeping its authentic street food spirit. The menu focuses on juicy burgers made with fresh beef, never frozen, and soft, toasted buns.
    Favorites include the Burger Van Smash Classic and the Cheesy Burger, both served with crispy fries. For thos...

  • Restaurants

    Lente (Arcului)

    Lente Arcului is where urban dining meets family-friendly charm, offering a relaxed and colorful atmosphere in the heart of Bucharest. Tucked away on 8 Arcului Street, in Sector 2, the restaurant is housed in a beautiful interwar villa, where every corner feels thoughtfully curated to evoke a sense of comfort and creativity.
    The menu takes a playfu...

  • Museums & Galleries

    Kretzulescu Church

    Kretzulescu Church is one of the few surviving examples of Brâncovenesc architecture in central Bucharest, built in 1722 by the boyar Iordache Kretzulescu and his wife, Safta, daughter of Prince Constantin Brâncoveanu. Located just steps from Revolution Square, the church has stood witness to decisive moments in Romania’s modern history, including...

  • Accomodation

    La Bohème (Casa Oprea Soare)

    Hotel La Bohème is located in Bucharest, offering a charming experience that blends modern tastes with the authenticity of the historic center. Rooms and suites are equipped to state-of-the-art standards and are airy and bright. A unique feature of the hotel is the automated room-service program, Gogoo. On the ground floor of the building is the Ha...

  • Arts & Culture

    Apollo111

    Apollo111 is an independent, urban theatre located in a repurposed industrial space inside the historic Universul Palace, just off Calea Victoriei. A vibrant cultural landmark, it is known for its bold and contemporary repertoire, with a strong focus on new Romanian playwriting and radical reinterpretations of classic texts. Its productions are oft...

  • Cafes & Tea Houses

    Beans & Dots - Cișmigiu

    Beans & Dots, located on Strada Actor Ion Brezoianu, near Cișmigiu Park, is a café that brings a retro vibe into an urban setting. Here, every cup of coffee is made using beans from The Barn Berlin, ensuring an authentic and high-quality experience. The space, simple yet elegant, invites relaxation and conversation, while the selection of pastr...

  • Restaurants

    Oyster Bar by Taverna Racilor – Victoriei

    Oyster Bar by Taverna Racilor – Victoriei is a refined seafood destination located in Sector 1 of Bucharest, on Strada Ion Oteteleşanu 3B, near Calea Victoriei. Its culinary concept centers on fresh oysters, a product rarely found in the city’s restaurant scene. The menu also features a selection of premium seafood dishes – from grilled octopus and...

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  • Metro is fastest, public transport is cheap, and ride-sharing (Uber/Bolt) is convenient.
    Walking works great in the city center.
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    especially in medicine, business, and tech.