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Locations close to The Old Town

  • Embassies

    Embassy of Sweden in Romania

    The Embassy of Sweden in Romania plays an important role in maintaining and developing diplomatic, economic and cultural relations between the two countries. It offers consular services to Swedish citizens living or traveling in Romania, providing assistance in various situations, such as issuing documents, legal information or support in emergenci...

  • Fast-Food

    Pep & Pepper AFI Cotroceni Mall

    Pep & Pepper AFI Cotroceni, located on Bulevardul General Paul Teodorescu 4, inside one of Bucharest’s largest malls, offers a fast-casual dining experience that blends speed with a focus on balanced nutrition, inspired by the UK’s Eatwell Guide. The menu is diverse and includes platters, bowls, pastas, wraps, sandwiches, and soups, all built a...

  • Restaurants

    Spartan - Orhideea

    Located in the Orhideea Shopping Center, Spartan offers Greek-inspired dishes adapted to urban tastes. The menu features flavorful combinations of grilled meat, fresh vegetables, and creamy sauces, all inspired by Mediterranean cuisine. Each dish is prepared to order, preserving freshness and authentic aromas.
    Service is efficient and well-coordin...

  • Lifestyle

    Magic Salon Berceni

    Services offered: hairdressing, manicure, pedicure, cosmetics, eyelash extensions, thread by thread, 2D, 3D, make-up.

    Magic Salon Dristor is part of the Magic Salons network, leader in the beauty industry in Romania, with over 17 years of experience and 23 locations. The professional team offers high quality services, using premium products, thus...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială „Grigorie Ghica Voievod”

    Grigorie Ghica Voievod Secondary School, located at Lăptari Tei Street no. 23, in Sector 2, Bucharest, offers primary and lower secondary education. In the 2024–2025 school year, the school has approximately 1,300 students enrolled.
    The school building was recently modernized, with upgrades to electrical, heating, and sanitary systems, new windows...

  • Fast-Food

    McDonald’s AFI Cotroceni

    McDonald’s AFI Cotroceni is one of the busiest locations in Bucharest, and that says everything about the constant flow of customers passing through. Located at the heart of one of the largest malls in the country, it works like a refueling station for visitors who want something familiar, fast, and hassle-free. The dining area is spacious but rare...

  • Landmarks & Attractions

    Tudor Arghezi Memorial House

    The Tudor Arghezi Memorial House, also called Mărțișor, due to the name of the street on which it is located, is the place where one of the most important Romanian poets of the 20th century, Tudor Arghezi, lived and created. Built in the traditional Romanian style, the house offers visitors a glimpse into the poet's life and work, preserving his fu...

  • Malls

    Mega Mall

    Mega Mall doesn’t just aim to be big — it aims to impress. Located next to the National Arena, it draws in a mix of teens, families, and anyone looking for a full urban shopping-meets-fun experience. Its modern design, airy spaces, and high ceilings give it a cosmopolitan feel, while the brand mix — from affordable to international — keeps things f...

  • Arts & Culture

    Museum of Recent Art

    The Museum of Recent Art (MARe) in Bucharest is a modern cultural institution dedicated to Romanian and international contemporary art.

    The MARe Foundation was established in February 2015, with the mission to support and develop the work of MARe - the first private museum in Romania focused on local art of the last 50 years. MARe stands out for...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială nr. 145

    School No. 145 in Bucharest, located on Heliade între Vii Street no. 36, in the Baicului neighborhood, is an educational institution with over 50 years of history, inaugurated on September 1, 1970. The school building includes a ground floor, two full stories, and a partial upper floor, with a front lawn and a sports field at the back.
    The institut...

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.