Old Town Souvenirs is a unique destination for collectors of authentic memories, located in the heart of the Old Town. The shop’s concept focuses on local craftsmanship, collaborating with artisans who preserve traditional methods. The diverse selection includes one-of-a-kind souvenirs such as hand-painted ceramics, themed magnets, and decorative i...
Anthony Frost English Bookshop was for many years a unique cultural landmark in Bucharest—the only bookstore dedicated entirely to English-language books, founded in 2007 on Calea Victoriei. Small but welcoming, the shop curated a carefully selected range of literature, nonfiction, art, history, comics, and children’s books, all handpicked by found...
Commons Unirii is a co-working space located right in the center of Bucharest, on Strada Halelor 5, just steps away from Piața Unirii metro station. Spread across three floors of a historic building, it offers a mix of private offices, dedicated desks, and open seating, all within a modern setting featuring high ceilings and abundant natural light....
The Vintage Pub is an authentic retreat in the heart of Bucharest, located on 43 Smârdan Street, in the Old Center, where past and present intertwine in a unique atmosphere. With a décor that evokes the charm of times gone by, this pub is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy an unforgettable evening. The craf...
Club A is perhaps the best known club in Bucharest, and that's because it is also the oldest student club in Romania. Club A was founded in the 1960s, in a period of relative political openness, a year after Charles de Gaulle's visit to Bucharest.
The Architecture Students' Club, initially a closed-circuit club where only architecture students a...
This monumental mural by Spanish artist Okuda San Miguel rises nearly 30 meters high and was completed in just three days using over 150 spray cans. It stands out through vivid geometric patterns, symmetrical forms, and surreal figures that fuse prehispanic motifs with modern pop aesthetics. The color palette is explosive—pinks, blues, yellows, and...
McDonald’s Romană is one of the most iconic fast food spots in central Bucharest—a classic stop for students, office workers, and tourists alike. Located right in Piața Romană, it offers quick access, including from the metro, and sees heavy foot traffic from early morning to late at night.
Though not the largest location, it runs efficiently, wit...
KFC Romană is located in Sector 1, at 28–30 Gheorghe Magheru Boulevard, right in Piața Romană, one of Bucharest’s busiest intersections. This location holds historical significance as it was the first KFC restaurant opened in Romania, back in April 1997.
Its central position makes it a popular choice for students, office workers, and tourists alike...
Mesopotamia Piața Romană, located in Sector 1 of Bucharest, brings a fresh take on urban fast food by combining quick service with dishes inspired by Middle Eastern cuisine. Positioned in a central and high-traffic area, it’s a convenient choice for busy professionals or anyone looking for a fast, flavorful lunch.
The menu centers on rotisserie tur...
Most people know Theodor Aman from school or from a street bearing his name. Few know that he also left behind a house — built to his own plans, lived in, painted, engraved — and that it still stands today, exactly as he left it.
It's the first artist's home-studio in Romania, open as a museum since 1908, a few years after the painter's death. His...