An alternative travel guide with plenty of things to do in Bucharest, Romania!
Say you plan a trip to the capital city of Romania, what kind of travel guide would you want in your pocket? Would you like to discover hidden Bucharest attractions and find unusual things to do in Bucharest? Or would you rather stick to the beaten path?
If you are anything like me, then you might fancy a little bit of both.
And since you’re reading this , it could mean one of two things:
- You are someone that probably plans a trip in Bucharest. Some traveler tips might come in handy!
- You are already here, and looking for different things to do. Why not try some things to do near Bucharest?
It’s good news in both cases, cause it means that you are in the right place!
This entire site is your alterntive guide to Bucharest. The city is full of beautiful architecture, a vibrant nightlife, and many fascinating museums. However, many tourists miss out on some of the best attractions because they don’t know how to find Bucharest alternative attractions.
Why is ” Things to do in Bucharest ” different from anything else out there?
This site is a project I started a while ago, as an alternative travel guide meant to help friends from abroad (traveling to Bucharest), make the most of their time here. Soon enough though, the project grew, and I was joined by several friends (especially photographer friends) and we all put together a unique presentation of the city.
It might be a bit eclectic, but then again Bucharest is like that. This guide covers bits and pieces from the city’s history and culture, whilst also pointing the reader- in this case you- towards the hot spots, the places worth visiting, the do’s and don’ts around here. Of course , it is not just meant for travelers. It could also prove essential to people temporarily living here or about to move in. It could even prove usefully to someone just looking to expand their knowledge with facts about Bucharest.
We love Bucharest and we know that for a tourist it could be either a curse or a blessing. Hopefully – with our help – you will find your trip or stay here nothing less than exceptional.
We’ll do our best to inform you about everything exciting happening in the capital town of Romania. From adventure activities, walking city tours, off-the-beaten-path experiences, educational tours, family-friendly activities, events, day trips, you name it, and we probably will already have mentioned it here or on our social media pages.
That is why we recommend you the best things to do in Bucharest in winter time, and fun activities in Spring. Alternatively, we try to point out the best time to visit Bucharest. We even tell you about our food, and our wines.
So browse on, and find out about top attractions, hot spots, events and get our recommendations on what to do, what to see & when to see it!
Explore, discover and enjoy Bucharest!
An overview of Bucharest – history, culture, lifestyle, and foods.
Bucharest is a city with a vibrant cultural life and rich history, and it is now one of the most popular tourist destinations in Romania. With a population of around 2.2 million, Bucharest is the capital city of Romania, and it is the fourth largest city in the European Union by population within city limits. Bucharest has slowly become a cosmopolitan city that is also full of history and culture, and it’s now equipped with numerous tourist destinations, museums, and restaurants.
Founded in 1459, Bucharest is a melting pot for different cultures and traditions, especially due to its location – between East Europe and West. During the early 1900 and even later in the communist regime, the city was nicknamed “Little Paris” because of its architecture and culture and also because because the high society used to speak French regularly .
Bucharest is home to several tourist attractions, such as the Old City, the Palace of the Parliament, the Village Museum, and the Romanian Peasant Museum. The Old City, for example, is a popular tourist attraction filled with small streets, old buildings, historical landmarks, and restaurants. Another popular attraction is the Palace of the Parliament, which is the second largest administrative building in the world.
Bucharest has a vibrant cultural life, and it is quickly becoming a foodie destination as well. The city is home to numerous delicious restaurants that serve traditional or modern Romanian cuisine as well as European, and International cuisines. There are also numerous cafes and bars where locals and tourists can relax. The city is also famous for its nightlife, especially its clubs, pubs, and discos, and many tourists and locals flock to these areas at night.
The city is full of beautiful parks, historical sites, and museums. The buildings in Bucharest architecture are unlike any other architecture in the world. The city has mixture of communist apartment buildings and modern new buildings, houses and and churches that have a lot of character.
Bucharest has a interesting history, and there are a lot of places from where you can actually learn about it. Not to sound unpopular but i believe that If you want to visit it, you should first learn a bit about its history, and then you will have a better understanding of the city’s flavour.
This site right here can be a starting point, and we try our best to touch all the major stuff, without going into too much detail.