Muzeul Național Cotroceni

Cărturești Carusel

Cărturești Carusel is the most photogenic bookshop in Bucharest and one of the most beautiful in Europe. Set in a 19th-century building on Lipscani Street, in the heart of the old town, it was carefully restored and turned into a "carousel of light": six immaculate white levels linked by elegant staircases and slender columns, beneath a generous skylight that floods the space with natural light. Shelves full of books, a bistro on the top floor, an art gallery and a media space round out the experience. The building once belonged to a merchant family, and the renovation restored its splendour, winning architecture awards. It is a place where you come for a book but stay for the atmosphere and photographs. In the pedestrian zone, it pairs perfectly with a walk through the old centre; check the schedule before visiting.

Muzeul Național de Istorie Naturală Grigore Antipa

The "Grigore Antipa" National Museum of Natural History in Bucharest is one of the oldest and best-loved institutions of its kind in Romania, a gateway to the natural world that fascinates children and adults alike. Founded in the 19th century and developed by the scholar Grigore Antipa, a pioneer of modern dioramas, the museum holds impressive collections of fauna from around the world, fossils, minerals and the skeleton of a Deinotherium discovered in Romania. Fully renovated, the space blends classic display cases with interactive multimedia installations, realistic dioramas reconstructing ecosystems and areas devoted to Romanian biodiversity. It is a perfect destination for families, with educational trails and temporary exhibitions. Located in Victory Square in the city centre, it is easy to reach. Check the visiting schedule and any closing days before you go.

Ateneul Român

The Romanian Athenaeum is the most beautiful concert hall in Bucharest and a symbol of national culture, home of the "George Enescu" Philharmonic. Inaugurated in 1888 and built by public subscription under the motto "Give a leu for the Athenaeum," the neoclassical edifice impresses with its peristyle of Ionic columns, high dome and elegant rotunda. The interior is a jewel: the circular concert hall, with exceptional acoustics, is adorned with a monumental fresco wrapping the walls over dozens of metres, illustrating key moments in Romanian history. It hosts the "George Enescu" International Festival and landmark concerts. Even without a ticket, the façade and marble staircases are worth admiring. Located near Calea Victoriei and the Athenaeum Park, it is a city landmark. Check the concert schedule and the possibility of visiting the interior outside events.

The Artist Restaurant

Hanu' lui Manuc

Classic Romanian dishes served in a historic building, with traditional music and a spacious courtyard.

Caru' cu Bere

A Romanian restaurant with striking architecture, wood panelling, stained glass and a courtyard.

JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel

An elegant hotel with luxurious rooms and suites, plus five restaurants, a casino and a spa with a sauna.

Grand Hotel Continental Bucharest

Elegant rooms and suites in a refined hotel with an upscale restaurant, a spa and a bar.

Epoque Hotel Bucharest

Luxurious quarters in a stylish hotel with suites, plus a French restaurant, a spa and free breakfast.