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Locations close to The Old Town

  • Parks & Gardens

    Alexandru Ioan Cuza Park (IOR or Titan Park)

    Size: Approximately 85 hectares. IOR Park is one of the largest parks in Bucharest.
    Attractions: Lake Titan, divided into five islands connected by bridges, children's playgrounds, sports fields and running tracks, gazebos, bicycle paths, picnic areas and barbeque areas, Pensioners' Island and Dogs' Island, which are specially designed for relaxin...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială "Petre Ispirescu" – No. 171

    With a history of over 150 years, Școala Gimnazială "Petre Ispirescu" – No. 171, located in Sector 1 of Bucharest on Vasile Gherghel Street no. 2, is one of the city's oldest schools. The institution operates in a historic interwar building, carefully maintained and equipped for modern education.
    It offers primary and lower secondary education for...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială Nr. 4

    Școala Gimnazială Nr. 4, located at 14A Herța Street in Sector 2, Bucharest, was founded in 1984 and provides both primary and lower secondary education.
    In 2024, the average score at the National Evaluation was 7.04, with 7.24 in Romanian and 6.85 in Math, based on 53 graduates.
    The school is equipped with modern classrooms, laboratories, specialt...

  • Education

    "Elie Radu" Technological High School

    The "Elie Radu" Technological High School in Bucharest is a pre-university educational institution located in sector 3, at 5 Energeticienilor Boulevard. The high school offers various educational programs, including high school and vocational education, with specializations in areas such as mechanics and services.

    Educational cycles:

    Secondar...

  • Education

    Petru Maior Technical College

    The Technical College "Petru Maior" in Bucharest is a technical education institution with a tradition of over 60 years, founded in 1954 under the name of Professional School of the Bucharest Electric Motors Enterprise. Over the decades, the college has transformed and modernized, offering a wide range of specializations for students wishing to pur...

  • Historical Sites

    Ghica Tei Palace

    Ghica Tei Palace is one of those buildings that doesn’t aim to impress through opulence, but through the aristocratic sobriety of its proportions. Built in neoclassical style, with a balanced and subtly decorated façade, the palace preserves the air of an era when prestige was expressed through restraint, not flamboyance. It was erected in the firs...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială Nr. 188

    Located on Tufişului Street no. 13 in Sector 5 of Bucharest, Secondary School No. 188 provides primary and lower secondary education, maintaining a consistent educational presence. In 2024, the school recorded a general average of 6.15 in the National Evaluation, with higher performance in Romanian Language (6.42) compared to Mathematics (5.89), ba...

  • Visit

    Ghencea Cemetery

    In western Bucharest, at the end of a long avenue bearing its name, Ghencea Cemetery stretches out as more than just a burial ground. It is a divided landscape of memory, split physically and symbolically into two distinct zones: Ghencea Civil and Ghencea Military.
    The civil side is dense, disorganized, and chaotic. Narrow paths weave through a pat...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială Nr. 143

    Located on Banu Mărăcine Street no. 16, in Sector 5 of Bucharest, Secondary School No. 143 offers a modern and well-equipped educational environment for both primary and lower secondary cycles. In 2024, eighth-grade students achieved an average score of 6.83 on the National Evaluation, with 7.21 in Romanian Language and 6.45 in Mathematics, reflect...

  • Transport

    I’Velo Urban – Arcul de Triumf

    I’Velo Urban – Arcul de Triumf is the ideal launch point for a ride through Bucharest’s green core. Just steps from Herăstrău Park and with easy access to Kiseleff, it blends the elegance of the area with the freedom of cycling.
    I'Velo Urban is a 24/7 bike rental system that encourages an active and sustainable lifestyle in the city. To rent a bi...

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.