Humanitas Kretzulescu is a flagship bookstore of the Humanitas chain located at 45 Calea Victoriei, right beside the historic Kretzulescu Church and Kretzulescu Palace in Sector 1 of Bucharest . Situated on the ground floor of a 20th-century palace, this bookstore is surrounded by heritage architecture and offers an easy pedestrian connection to the National Library and nearby cafés. 

It features a carefully curated selection of books—Romanian lit, translations, psychology, science, arts, and children—staffed by knowledgeable reading consultants. The interior blends a modest yet welcoming design with practical touches like cozy armchairs and well-lit reading corners—ideal for a leisurely break. The cultural atmosphere is lively, hosting book launches, author talks, and thematic events. Merging the urban heritage—church and palace—with the vibrancy of a modern reading space, the bookstore embodies the cultural freedom championed by the Humanitas publishing house.

Its clientele includes literati, families and urban professionals who value expert service, calm atmosphere, and central convenience.

How to get there: At 45 Calea Victoriei, it's a 2-minute walk from Universitate metro station (M2) and close to Piața Victoriei, with buses 178, 300, 331, and tram/trolleybus connections.