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Locations close to AFI Palace Cotroceni

  • 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...

  • Education

    "Viilor" Economic College

    The Economic College "Viilor" in Bucharest is an educational institution with tradition, dedicated to preparing students in the economic and commercial field. It offers high school programs, preparing young people for the baccalaureate exams and for careers in economics, business, accounting and management. The College has a good reputation in the...

  • Cafes & Tea Houses

    Meron

    Meron is a specialty coffee shop chain that highlights freshly roasted coffee sourced from select origins around the world, with beans roasted fresh in Transylvania. One of its emblematic locations in Bucharest is Meron Cișmigiu, situated at Bulevardul Regina Elisabeta 40. This location offers a modern and welcoming space, perfect for coffee lovers...

  • Education

    The Free Waldorf Gymnasium School

    The Free Waldorf Gymnasium School in Bucharest offers a structured educational program, adapted to the needs of the students. For the primary cycle, the short program takes place between 8:30 and 12:30 or 13:30, depending on the class and timetable. The curricular activities include both the national educational offer approved by the Ministry of Ed...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială Nr. 135

    Located at 72 Calea Ferentari, in Sector 5 of Bucharest, Secondary School No. 135 offers primary and lower secondary education. In 2024, some students recorded high school admission averages around 4.60, reflecting the academic challenges faced by part of the student body.
    The school has undergone a rehabilitation and expansion project funded throu...

  • Education

    Școala Gimnazială Nr. 131

    Secondary School No. 131 in Bucharest, located on Gutuilor Street no. 1 in Sector 5, is a well-established institution founded in 1976 and currently attended by around 900 students.
    The school has recently undergone renovation, now offering modern classrooms with new furniture and a pleasant, pastel-colored learning environment. It features 20 cla...

  • Historical Sites

    Universul Palace

    The Universul Palace, located in the center of Bucharest, is a historical building of great importance, originally known as the headquarters of the "Universul" newspaper, one of the most influential newspapers in interwar Romania. Built between 1926 and 1930, the palace impresses with its neoclassical architecture and elaborate ornamental details,...

  • Shopping

    Mezanin Market

    Mezanin Market, unlike the Vitan Fair, is a contemporary market held in modern urban venues in central Bucharest, such as Palatul Universul in Sector 1. It focuses on local creators, sustainable brands, artists, and small entrepreneurs working in areas like product design, slow fashion, natural cosmetics, and artisanal food.
    The atmosphere is clea...

  • Fast-Food

    Furgoneta

    Furgoneta – Strada Buzești 59 is an urban burger bar known for its simple, flavorful recipes prepared fresh to order. The menu focuses on artisan burgers with soft buns and grilled meat, topped with fresh ingredients and house-made sauces. Popular choices include classic beef options, reimagined recipes with crispy chicken or pulled pork, as well a...

  • Embassies

    Embassy of Japan in Romania

    The Embassy of Japan in Romania serves as an important link between Japan and Romania, promoting bilateral relations in areas such as trade, culture, and education. The embassy plays an active role in organizing cultural events, such as Japanese festivals, craft exhibitions, and film screenings. Additionally, it provides consular services and info...

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.