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The 20th edition of the George Enescu International Competition begins Sunday, August 23. Full program

The George Enescu International Competition 2026 begins on Sunday, August 23, at 19:00, with a concert at the Romanian Athenaeum. The anniversary edition runs until September 19 and brings young musicians from around the world, established performers, members of international juries and previous competition winners to Bucharest.For almost a month,...

12 key tips to stay safe while biking in Bucharest

While in some countries of the European Union the number of bicycles is higher than the number of inhabitants (see the Netherlands), in Bucharest, the capital of an EU member state, there are still a lot of dangers lurking if you want to use the bicycle as a means of transportation.Although the benefits of cycling are undeniable, for the environmen...

Night transport in Bucharest: how safe is it really?

At night, Bucharest looks different. Main roads stay busy until late, but side streets empty quickly. For those without a car or who don’t want to rely on ride-sharing apps, public night buses are often the only accessible option. The question that keeps coming back is: how safe are they, really?How night transport worksSTB (Bucharest Transport Com...

Bucharest City Hall, the history of a grand palace: Maidanul lui Duca, the Ministry of Public Works, and the People’s Council

On Regina Elisabeta Boulevard, right across from the quiet greenery of Cișmigiu Park, stands the imposing building that today houses Bucharest City Hall. With a history spanning more than a century, this monumental edifice is not only an administrative landmark but also a true testament to the architectural and urban evolution of Romania’s capital....

Residents of Bucharest’s Sector 1 will pay local taxes directly to the district city hall. What changes from January 1, 2026

Starting January 1, 2026, residents of Bucharest’s Sector 1 will need to take into account an important change regarding the payment of local taxes and duties. Local authorities have announced a new payment framework that affects all payment methods, including online platforms and bank transfers.The change does not concern tax rates or types of loc...

Symbols of Bucharest: Socec Bookstore, the temple of culture on Podul Mogoșoaiei, the interwar jewel of the Capital

During the interwar period, the perimeter around the intersection of Elisabeta Boulevard and Calea Victoriei was one of the most effervescent cultural centers of the Capital. Here operated a true constellation of bookstores, which transformed the area into a pole of ideas, debates, and intellectual meetings. In this space were located some of the m...

McDonald’s Unirea, the first fast-food in Bucharest, now a landmark meeting spot in the city center

Few places in Bucharest have managed to become both symbols of transition and meeting points for entire generations. McDonald’s Unirea is one of them. Opened in 1995, in the heart of the capital, the restaurant was not just the first modern fast-food location in Bucharest, but also a turning point in urban lifestyle.Today, nearly three decades late...

The Eva Building on Magheru Boulevard: The Story of the Store Where Communist Bucharest Went Looking for Elegance

On Magheru Boulevard, buildings are rarely granted the privilege of anonymity. Some bear the name of a cinema, others that of a hotel, an institution, or a company that vanished long ago but left behind an urban label more durable than any illuminated sign. The Eva Building belongs to the category of buildings christened by commerce. The store on t...

What to do in Bucharest over the August 21–23, 2026 weekend: open streets, events, films and theatre. Ideas for spending your free time in the capital

The August 21–23 weekend brings two pedestrian-only streets, a music festival at the National Arena, screenings of classic and recent films, theatre performances, exhibitions and a pet adoption fair to Bucharest. On Sunday evening, the 20th edition of the George Enescu International Competition also begins with a concert at the Romanian Athenaeum.T...

Top 5 charming bookstores in Bucharest: places to get lost among books

Bucharest has a special charm for book lovers. From cozy bookstores with wooden shelves to true temples of reading, the capital offers dreamy places where you can browse pages in a relaxed atmosphere. If you love getting lost among book titles and savoring the smell of printed paper, here are some of the most beautiful bookstores in the city.1. Căr...