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
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
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 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
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
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
"Open Streets – Bucharest, Urban Promenade" returns this weekend with an invitation to stroll, discover, and enjoy performances, in the newly expanded pedestrian zone on Calea Victoriei. On Saturday and Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, Calea Victoriei, Piața Amzei Street, and Christian Tell Street become spaces where culture and leisure meet.Thro... Read more
On Friday, Bucharest City Hall announced the temporary closure of the city's Zoo due to damage caused by Thursday’s severe storm. The closure is necessary to allow for the removal of fallen trees and the repair of fences. “The Bucharest City Hall informs that, following the extreme weather conditions on July 17, 2025, Bucharest Zoo has sustain... Read more
Jennifer Lopez set to perform in Bucharest’s Constitution Square on July 27, as part of the Summer in the City festival — and her appearance brings more than just music and dance. It also involves a detailed list of requirements that reflect her carefully balanced and highly disciplined lifestyle. With just a few weeks left before the concert, the... Read more
August 2025 promises a rich lineup of concerts, festivals, and cultural events that will bring life to the summer evenings of the Capital. Bucharest becomes a stage for a variety of musical experiences – from indie, rock, and folk, to jazz, electronic, and classical music. Many of these events take place in unconventional or open-air venues, offeri... Read more