Guide to Bucharest
Virtual tour of Bucharest
Those who have not been to Bucharest before, usually dream of coming and walking through the places that are associated with the name of Count Dracula, or rather Vlad Tepes - the real prototype of the famous vampire. But there are other discoveries waiting for the tourist in the city, because it is not for nothing that Bucharest is called the city of contrasts. The second place in its bloody history is occupied by Nicolae Ceausescu, who significantly changed the image of the city.
In the communist era, industrial production was opened here, working neighborhoods grew and the architectural appearance changed significantly. Historic buildings were replaced by faceless reinforced concrete structures. Now, next to an elegant building in the French Bozar style, a typical high-rise building can rise. The crowning achievement of the Soviet architectural era was the gigantic Palace of Parliament, which in size is second only to the Pentagon building in the United States. A part of the historic district was destroyed for its sake.
In the time of communism not everything managed to be wiped off the face of the earth. The historic part of the city has something to surprise connoisseurs of masterpieces of bygone eras. After all, the city still holds the status of "Little Paris". It has its own Arc de Triomphe, Romanian Champs Elysees. On Revolution Square, where the Ceausescu couple was shot, stands the orthodox Cretulescu Church, the Royal Palace, which houses the Romanian National Museum of Art, and much more.
Photos of Bucharest
Tours to Bucharest
The capital of Romania is a real metropolis, the industrial and cultural center of the country. Despite its size, it offers good deals on sightseeing vacations. Even if you don't go on a hot tour, it's a cost-effective trip.
Walking and historical Bucharest is characterized by inexpensive trips, and the best routes will interest lovers of beautiful architecture and ancient history. It's fascinating that the city was the site of a fortress built by Vlad Tepes in the Middle Ages.
The city has many surprises. The many beautiful parks, art and village museums, cathedrals and gardens make for long walks. And it's best to find a good guide in advance to make your Bucharest sightseeing tour productive.
The city is said to have been built on seven hills like Rome. There is the magnificent and majestic Palace of Parliament, and the palaces of Cantacuzino and Cotroceni will be of interest to visitors.
Be sure to visit the lakes that are located near Bucharest. There are good spas there, beautiful and inspiring landscapes. The cost of hot trips to Bucharest is well worth it to see the surroundings of the city and explore the country.
By the way, it is quite warm in winter, so you can try to save money and come in January.
Interesting places in Bucharest
The sights of the city are not always medieval fortress churches or old French-style castles. Tours in the city always pass by the monumental heritage of the communist era - the Palace of Parliament. Hiking routes in the city often pass through places, at least in some way connected with the name of Count Dracula. They help to make a vacation with children in the city rich and active - children enjoy exploring castles and fortresses. After such walks any dishes in the restaurants of Bucharest become unimaginably delicious.
Flight ticket prices
Bucharest is served by Henri Coandă International Airport (OTP), which receives flights from numerous European cities. Direct flights to Romania’s capital are offered by Wizz Air, Ryanair, TAROM, Air France, Lufthansa, and British Airways. Travel time from London is about 3 hours, from Paris 2.5 hours, and from Warsaw 2 hours.
Ticket prices vary depending on the season and booking date. On average, flights from London start at 50 euros, from Paris at 70 euros, and from Madrid at 80 euros. During peak season (summer), fares can go up to 200 euros or more.
The best hotels in Bucharest
Hotels in Bucharest are presented for any purse. On average, a four-star hotel will cost 200 RON, but you can use a budget option - a hotel without stars for 110 RON. Five-star rooms are available from 336 RON and more. But do not be guided by the cost of living in hotels and their stars. In Bucharest it is quite possible to find decent accommodation for a small price and vice versa.
Travel budget
The cost of a vacation in Bucharest consists of the cost of tickets, accommodation, meals, excursions and public transportation. If you rest in inexpensive hotels and eat in ordinary restaurants, the trip will cost about 500 EUR for three days. Although this figure can be significantly reduced if you wish.
| The budget for a trip to Bucharest | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | 114 EUR | Accomodation | 70 EUR / day |
| Average check in a restaurant | 12 EUR | Transportation fare | 0.30 EUR |
| Excursion | 25 EUR | ||
| Total: 500 EUR for 3 days | |||
Bucharest Airport
The closest airport to Bucharest is Aurel Vlaicu, which is 6 km away. But few flights arrive here. The main international air gateway is Budapest Henri Coandă Airport. It is located 18 km from the city
Transfer
From Henri Coandă Airport, you can reach Bucharest by rail, bus or cab. From Aurel Vlaicu airport there are buses and cabs to the city. It is faster and cheaper to travel from the second airport.
Car rental
You can rent a car upon arrival at one of the city's airports. The service is also available in the center of Bucharest. But in the Romanian capital the traffic is very heavy and there are almost always traffic jams in the morning and evening hours.
.Transfer
Transportation in the city is represented by metro, trolleybus, bus and streetcar routes. In the subway the fare is 4 RON, in other transport - 1.30 RON. You can also use cab services: 2 RON per boarding and 1.50 RON per kilometer.
.Safety
Despite the high level of security, commuters can fall victim to credit card fraud, currency exchange or petty theft. Most often, scammers disguise themselves as police officers or cab drivers.