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Theatre & Cinema 09 JAN 26

National Culture Day – the “I.L. Caragiale” National Theatre in Bucharest invites the public to performances, museum visits, guided tours, and light projections

On National Culture Day, celebrated on 15 January, the I.L. Caragiale National Theatre invites the public to take part in a series of representative activities: stage performances, museum visits, guided tours, and light projections.Starting at 7:00 p.m., two productions from the theatre’s current repertoire are scheduled.“Moroi și păpădii”, written... Read more

Top 7 must-see places for first-time visitors in Bucharest

Visit 25 JUL 25

Bucharest is a city of contrasts, where history meets modernity and tradition blends with innovation. Romania’s capital offers visitors a wealth of attractions—from grand palaces and fascinating museums to peaceful gardens and lively streets lined with cafés and restaurants. For those experiencing Bucharest for the first time, here are seven iconic... Read more
Apa Nova launches the campaign "The official water from everything you love in Bucharest"

Administrative & Public Services 24 JUL 25

Apa Nova is launching the campaign "The official water from everything you love in Bucharest," an initiative that puts the spotlight on the quality of tap water and its role in city life. The project has a strong educational and awareness component, aiming to encourage Bucharest residents to rediscover the value of a local, safe, and sustainable re... Read more
The first immersive performance series in the history of the Enescu Festival: a new dimension of classical music at MINA

Shows 24 JUL 25

The George Enescu International Festival presents, as part of this year’s edition, a new format for showcasing classical and contemporary music: the Enescu – JTI Immersive Experience series, hosted at MINA – the Museum of New Immersive Art.This absolute premiere for the festival signals an openness to new ways of artistic reception, where music, vi... Read more
Last week’s storm in the Bucharest-Ilfov area led to over 500 insurance claims

Administrative & Public Services 24 JUL 25

The storm that hit the Bucharest-Ilfov region last week has so far resulted in the opening of over 500 insurance claims, according to the National Union of Insurance and Reinsurance Companies of Romania (UNSAR). “The storm that affected the Bucharest-Ilfov area last week has led to the opening of more than 500 damage claims so far. These have... Read more
Which are the most congested areas in Bucharest in 2025? It's one of the most crowded capitals in Europe.

Transport 23 JUL 25

Bucharest ranks among the most congested cities in the worldIn 2025, Bucharest remains one of the world’s most congested cities, according to the latest data from the TomTom Traffic Index. Romania’s capital holds the 8th place globally and 4th in Europe in the ranking of cities with the worst traffic. Urban traffic in Bucharest has steadily worsene... Read more
The Story of Magazinul București: The Reinvention of a Historic Landmark in Bucharest’s Old Town After 90 Years

Shopping 22 JUL 25

Magazinul București, located in the very heart of the capital near Piața Roma, at the end of the historic Lipscani Street, is more than just a building. It is a chapter of urban and commercial history, rooted in the life of a remarkable man: Bucur Bunescu.The story begins at the end of the 19th century, when a poor boy from Turcheș, a village near... Read more
DNA prosecutors raid five locations in corruption case involving consumer protection chief Piedone

Administrative & Public Services 22 JUL 25

Prosecutors from Romania’s National Anticorruption Directorate (DNA) carried out searches on Tuesday at five locations across Bucharest and the counties of Ilfov, Prahova, and Constanța, one of which is the headquarters of a public institution.Searches also took place at the residence of Cristian Popescu Piedone in Bragadiru, as well as at a hotel... Read more
Kinetic, part of the Regina Maria Healthcare Network, is investing €4 million in a recovery clinic in Bucharest

Hospitals 21 JUL 25

Kinetic, part of the Regina Maria Healthcare Network, is opening a medical recovery clinic in northern Bucharest. The project spans over 2,100 square meters, with a total investment of €4 million.“Kinetic, part of the Regina Maria Healthcare Network, is launching Kinetic Flagship – the most complex and technologically advanced outpatient medical re... Read more
“A Stormy Night” and “Anti-Family Portrait” close out August on the National Theatre Bucharest stage

Theatre & Cinema 21 JUL 25

The end of August brings two exceptional theatre productions to the stage of the National Theatre in Bucharest. On August 30 and 31, audiences are invited to rediscover the classic comedy “A Stormy Night”, directed by Vlad Zamfirescu, and to explore the complexities of family dynamics in the premiere of “Anti-Family Portrait”, a contemporary play w... Read more
Uranus, the vanished neighborhood of old Bucharest. What once stood where the People's House—now the Palace of the Parliament—rises today

Historical Sites 21 JUL 25

Before the Palace of the Parliament came to dominate Bucharest’s skyline, the area it now occupies was home to the Uranus neighborhood—a charming district of cobbled streets, elegant houses, and an atmosphere that reflected the soul of old Bucharest. It was a middle-class community, inhabited by merchants, artisans, and small business owners. The a... Read more