What to See in Bucharest in 2 Days, Must-Visit Places

Where is Bucharest located? The capital of Romania is situated in the south of the country and is well connected with Italy. It is undoubtedly one of the ideal European capitals for a cultural and relaxing trip for adults and children. We have created a guide to help you during your trip to Bucharest: what to see and what to do in the Romanian capital, perhaps reaching it by camper.

What to visit in Bucharest: places of interest

The things to see in Bucharest in 3 days are truly numerous; we thought to list the most important ones to make managing your vacation in Bucharest: what to do easier and what you absolutely cannot miss.

1 Palace of the Parliament

Impossible not to recognize the “Palace of the Parliament” of Bucharest given its two dimensions (270 x 240 meters) and with a height of 84 meters. It has 1000 rooms and is the second largest administrative building in the world. It houses the Parliament and three museums: the Museum of Communist Totalitarianism, the National Museum of Contemporary Art, and a museum dedicated to the palace itself. You absolutely must include it at the top of the list “Things to see in Bucharest“.

2 Stavropoleos Church

It is one of the most beautiful churches in Bucharest and is nestled among the houses in the city center. Its wonderful cloister makes it even more attractive. A must-visit!

3 Plaza de la Revolución

Plaza de la Revolución (Piata Revolutiei) una plaza de la Revolución es el símbolo de la historia de la ciudad de Bucarest. Justo en esta plaza comenzó, en 1989, la revolución contra el régimen comunista, por eso representa uno de los lugares a los que los ciudadanos están realmente muy apegados.

4 Old Town

The Old Town of Bucharest is the oldest area of the city and is characterized by cobblestone streets. An ideal place for a moment of relaxation thanks to the numerous pubs, bars, and restaurants present. It is also here that the Bucharest nightlife develops.

5 Patriarchal Cathedral

It is the Cathedral of Saints Constantine and Helena. It is an Orthodox Church located near the historic center of the city. The mosaics on the facades make it extremely fascinating; it should be included in the ” Bucharest: what to visit” list.

6 Bucharest National Theatre

The Bucharest National Theatre is one of the largest theatres in Europe and is newly built. The statues at the entrance are very unique. Add a visit to this theatre to the list “Things to do in Bucharest”.

Quick information about Bucharest: where to eat, how to get there, where to stay 

7 How to get to Bucharest

Once you reach Bucharest Airport, Otopeni Bucharest Airport, getting to the city center, about 17km away, will be very easy: just take the Express Bus 783 and you can arrive directly in the heart of Bucharest.

8 How to get around Bucharest

One of the best ways to get around the city of Bucharest is to use the metro, developed on 5 lines. However, we recommend visiting this city on foot as much as possible, so you can enjoy the hidden wonders that this capital has to offer.

9 Where to Eat in Bucharest

There are many restaurants where you can taste typical dishes of traditional Romanian cuisine. We recommend going downtown to find the best restaurants. In the list “Bucharest: what to eat,” don’t forget to include the following dishes: Mici, cylindrical beef meatballs seasoned with pepper or chili and a particular spice: Cimbru; Tochitura cu mamaliguta, beef stew with polenta typical of Bucharest; Ciorba, a bran-based soup with hen meat, tripe, or vegetables. And then the desserts, many of which are also displayed in the markets.

10 Where to stay in Bucharest

For choosing your hotel in Bucharest, we recommend central areas, particularly the Old Town, where you can fully experience Romanian culture.