București - Ilfov Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Bucharest City-Centre
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.
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Bucharest Old Town
Unique features of Bucharest Old Town include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Curtea Veche or Stavropoleos Church while you're exploring the area.
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Sector 1
If you're spending time in Sector 1, you might enjoy attractions like RomExpo and World Trade Center. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Străulești Station to see more of the city.
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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.
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Sector 3
Historical sites and restaurants are highlights of Sector 3. Make a stop by Titan Park or Bucharest Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at University Station to get around town.
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Sector 2
Get to know Sector 2 and its many features like its parks and spas. You might want to explore sights like National Arena and University Square, and you can jump on the metro at Obor or Piata Iancului to get around the city.
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Popular places to visit
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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.
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Piata Unirii
Explore the great outdoors at Piata Unirii, a lovely green space in Bucharest. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
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Romanian Athenaeum
Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.
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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.
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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.
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Bucharest Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Bucharest Mall during your trip to Bucharest. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Activities
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Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and old town Brasov from Bucharest
![Therme: Spa day at the Largest Relaxation Oasis in Bucharest](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49210928/caec483e-89ee-4e9b-95d5-cb56d0b423fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Therme: Spa day at the Largest Relaxation Oasis in Bucharest
![National Village Museum and Salt Mine in a Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47404105/550014e5-da49-463b-b003-ffef66df0277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
National Village Museum and Salt Mine in a Day Tour
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