Gara de Nord Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Palace of the Parliament which includes heritage architecture, a fountain and a sunset

Palace of the Parliament

Wander through the extravagant and pompous rooms of this monstrous palace, which stands as a stark reminder of Romania’s troublesome communist years.

Palace of the Parliament
Bucharest featuring heritage architecture, a garden and a square or plaza

Piata Unirii

Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to Piata Unirii. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Piata Unirii
Romanian Athenaeum showing a garden, a statue or sculpture and theatre scenes

Romanian Athenaeum

Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.

Romanian Athenaeum
Piata Romana

Piata Romana

Find out about the history of Bucharest with a stop at Piata Romana. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Piata Romana
University Square

University Square

Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to University Square. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

University Square
Herastrau Park which includes a statue or sculpture and cycling as well as a small group of people

Herastrau Park

Spend some time at this attractive urban park, which has an adventure playground, aquarium, boating lake, open-air museum, restaurants and walking trails.

Herastrau Park

Activities

Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

AU$36
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip
From Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles & Brasov Full-Day Trip

From Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles & Brasov Full-Day Trip

AU$42
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
From Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles & Brasov Full-Day Trip
Exclusive Tour of Draculas Castle and Brasov in Transylvania

Explore Transylvania: Day Trip to Peles, Dracula's Castle & Brasov

AU$61
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Explore Transylvania: Day Trip to Peles, Dracula's Castle & Brasov
From Bucharest: Peles Castle, Brasov & Bran Castle Day Trip

From Bucharest: Peles Castle, Brasov & Bran Castle Day Trip

AU$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Bucharest: Peles Castle, Brasov & Bran Castle Day Trip
Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip

AU$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peleș Castle & Brașov Day Trip
Bucharest: Museum of Senses Entry Ticket

Bucharest: Museum of Senses Entry Ticket

AU$15
per adult
Bucharest: Museum of Senses Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Gara de Nord Hotel Deals

Hello Hotels Bucharest

Hello Hotels Bucharest

2 out of 5
Grivitei Road, No. 143, Bucharest
The price is AU$93 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$93
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (879 reviews)
"Very nice location, close to transportation but once you leave the hotel there are many bad things: Bucharest is in very bad condition, many abandoned buildings, central station is in advanced state of degradation, a lot of gipsies and graffiti everywhere. There Is not a single side walk without ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Hello Hotels Bucharest
MyContinental Bucuresti Gara de Nord

MyContinental Bucuresti Gara de Nord

3 out of 5
Calea Grivitei nr. 143B, Bucharest
The price is AU$112 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$112
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (224 reviews)
"Good hotel close to Bucharest's main railway station. Access to subway. Walkable. Many taxis available nearby. Great and friendly staff. Clean. Nice room with safety box. Location offers numerous transportation options to almost every corner of the city, including the airport. Very good price but ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

MyContinental Bucuresti Gara de Nord
Grand Hotel Bucharest

Grand Hotel Bucharest

5 out of 5
Bulevardul Nicolae Balcescu, Bucharest, Bucharest
The price is AU$206 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$206
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (309 reviews)
"Super Hotel I love it. ❤️"

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

Grand Hotel Bucharest
Novotel Bucharest City Centre

Novotel Bucharest City Centre

4 out of 5
37B Calea Victoriei, Sector 1, Bucharest
The price is AU$190 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$190
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"Excellent professional staff safe Quick access to Old City, Metro, public transportation, museums, and more."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Novotel Bucharest City Centre
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection

The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
2-6 Doamnei Street, Bucharest
The price is AU$272 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$272
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (460 reviews)
"A Memorable Stay at The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection! Our stay at The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection was absolutely amazing. This hotel is truly one of a kind, its unique architecture and rich history are beautifully reflected throughout the building, giving it a special ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Radisson BLU Bucharest

Radisson BLU Bucharest

5 out of 5
Calea Victoriei 63-81, Sector1, Bucharest
The price is AU$267 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$267
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Hotel was great and everything was fine, but the exterior pool is at extra cost, and the indoor pool was closed due to repairs. From the listing the impression was that the outdoor pool would be included with the stay"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Radisson BLU Bucharest
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Other neighbourhoods around Gara de Nord

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Cotroceni

Cotroceni is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bucharest Botanical Garden and Cotroceni Palace.

Cotroceni
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Dorobanți

While Dorobanți may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum of the Romanian Peasant and Victoria Square.

Dorobanți
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Primăverii

When in Primăverii, you can plan a visit to Arcul de Triumf and Museum of the Romanian Peasant, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Primăverii
Carol Park featuring a monument

Bucharest City-Centre

4.5/5(32 area reviews)

Museums, historical sites and art galleries are just a few things travellers like about Bucharest City-Centre. Sights like Central University Library and Revolution Square are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Bucharest area at University Station.

Bucharest City-Centre
Lipscani which includes café lifestyle, street scenes and a city

Lipscani

Lipscani is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Curtea Veche or Stavropoleos Church.

Lipscani
Lipscani showing a statue or sculpture

Bucharest Old Town

Unique features of Bucharest Old Town include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Bucharest Museum or Curtea Veche while you're exploring the area.

Bucharest Old Town

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