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Locations close to CEC Palace

  • Education

    Antic ExLibris

    Antic ExLibris, located on 23 Doamnei Street, is one of the largest and most visited second-hand bookstores in Bucharest. With an impressive stock of over 150,000 volumes, it offers a diverse selection of books in both Romanian and English, most of them heavily discounted by up to 80–90%. You'll find everything from classic literature, history, and...

  • 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...

  • Theatre & Cinema

    The Odeon Theater in Bucharest

    The Odeon Theater in Bucharest is a cultural institution founded in 1946, with a tradition of over 70 years in promoting theatrical art. Located on Calea Victoriei, in Sector 1, Odeon Theatre is recognized for its quality productions, which combine both classical and contemporary works, offering a wide range of performances.

    Over the decades, the...

  • Accomodation

    Europa Royale Bucharest

    Europa Royale Bucharest is a 4-star hotel located in the heart of the Old Center of Bucharest, in a 19th-century building. The hotel offers 92 modern rooms and suites decorated in shades of green and brown, equipped with air conditioning, minibar and free Wi-Fi. The hotel's Maghiran Restaurant serves international cuisine, offering guests a diverse...

  • Theatre & Cinema

    ARCUB Gabroveni

    In a city where historic buildings are often left to decay or repurposed without vision, ARCUB Gabroveni stands out as a rare example of meaningful restoration. Housed in a fully renovated 18th-century inn, it now serves as a multidisciplinary cultural hub in the heart of Bucharest’s Old Town. Operated by ARCUB (the Cultural Center of Bucharest Mun...

  • Historical Sites

    St. Anthony Church

    St. Anthony Church, located in Bucharest’s Old Town, is considered the oldest church in the city, dating back to the 16th century. It has been rebuilt several times throughout history and once served as a royal church, where the rulers of Wallachia were crowned.
    Situated next to the Old Princely Court, the church impresses with its Brâncovenesc-sty...

  • Tours & Walks

    University Square (Piața Universității)

    University Square (Piața Universității) is one of the most important squares in central Bucharest, located in Sector 3. This square holds significant historical value, as it was a central point during the 1989 Revolution, where protests took place.
    Surrounding University Square are prominent landmarks such as the University of Bucharest, the Nation...

  • Historical Sites

    Manuc's Inn

    Hanul lui Manuc is one of Bucharest’s oldest and most famous inns, offering a glimpse into the city's rich past. Built in 1808 by the Armenian merchant Manuc Bei, the inn served as a major trade and social hub in the 19th century. Today, it remains a charming tourist attraction, featuring a traditional Romanian restaurant, a hotel, and event spaces...

  • Theatre & Cinema

    Teatrul Mic – Sala Studio

    Teatrul Mic – Sala Studio is the kind of place that doesn’t waste space but packs enough theatrical tension to rival a venue ten times its size. Tucked away on Gabroveni Street, right in the heart of Bucharest’s Old Town, it acts as a natural extension of the city’s creative, restless energy. The performances here are typically contemporary, bold,...

  • Cafes & Tea Houses

    Cafeneaua Veche 9 (Old Cafe 9)

    Cafeneaua Veche 9 is the oldest café in Bucharest, located in the Old Center, on 16 Covaci Street. The historic building, documented in 1812, has been a meeting place for important personalities such as Mihai Eminescu, Ion Luca Caragiale and King Carol II.

    What does Cafeneaua Veche 9 have to offer?
    Varied menu: From pike roe, beef carpaccio,...

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    especially in medicine, business, and tech.