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  • 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...

  • Cafes & Tea Houses

    Beans & Dots Primăverii

    Beans & Dots Primăverii, located inside the Museum of Recent Art (MARe) on Bulevardul Primăverii, is where specialty coffee meets culture. Set in an elegant and inspiring environment, it’s the perfect spot for a relaxing break, whether you're visiting the museum or simply a lover of high-quality coffee. Made from beans sourced from The Barn Ber...

  • Fast-Food

    King Rolls – AFI

    King Rolls – AFI is a contemporary fast-food spot located in AFI Park 4, built around an appealing fusion kebab concept. The location focuses mainly on fast delivery and take-away, but also offers a small dine-in area. The menu is clearly structured into categories – Rolls, Waffle, Box, and vegetarian options, with occasional limited-edition select...

  • Malls

    AFI Palace Cotroceni

    AFI Cotroceni isn’t just a mall — it’s a mini urban universe. From high-end brands and fast fashion, to an indoor ice rink, IMAX cinema, and even an indoor roller coaster, it’s all wrapped under one massive roof. You might walk in for a pair of sneakers and walk out three hours later with a slice of pizza in one hand and a movie ticket in the other...

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  • 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.