Macca-Vilacrosse Passage is a covered passage in the center of Bucharest, connecting Calea Victoriei with Lipscani Street, with an additional exit toward Eugeniu Carada Street.

It has a fork-shaped design because the central area was occupied by the Pesht Hotel, whose owner refused to sell the land, so the passage had to be built around it.

Construction was completed in 1891, based on plans by architect Felix Xenopol.

Originally, the ground floor housed shops, while the upper floor contained rental rooms. The roof is made of yellow glass, allowing natural light to filter in while also protecting from rain.

Over time, the passage played an important commercial role, hosting Bucharest’s first stock exchange before it was moved to a dedicated building on Bursei Street.

During the communist period, between 1950 and 1990, the passage was known as the “Bijuteria Passage.” After 1990, it regained its original name.

Today, Macca-Vilacrosse Passage is a vibrant, lively spot, home to cafés, restaurants (both indoor and outdoor), bars, a wine bar, themed venues (such as an Egyptian-style restaurant), and small shops. The atmosphere is bohemian, blending the architectural past with the contemporary need for socializing and leisure.