Bucharest Travel Facts
The Basics
City Name: Bucharest
Where is it located?: Bucharest is located near the southern border of Romania, slightly east of the center of the country.
Why do people go there?: Also often confused with similar-sounding Budapest, Bucharest is less touristic than its Hungarian counterpart – but certainly no less crowded! There is no central nightlife area, but that doesn’t mean the city doesn’t lack it. The city was the focal point of a revolution in 1989, a number of plaques and bullet holes are still easily seen for those who want to look.
How do travelers get there?: Despite its Eastern European location, trains are by far the best way to get to Bucharest, although you can take a bus if you’re a glutton for punishment. Flying in is also an option, it’s convenient and the airport is closer to the city than it is with most European capitals.
Currency: Romanian leu (ROL)
City Code: 1
Other phone tips: Mobile telephony is very popular. Every other Romanian owns (at least) a cell phone. Pagers are practically inexistent, but mobile phone fees (both post-paid and pre-paid) are quite accessible.
Population: Over 2 million
Languages: Romanian
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Piata Victoriei, Piata Unirii, Piata Romana, and Piata Universitate
Attractions: Palace of Parliament (Palatul Poporului), Village Museum of Folk Art, Casinos
Accommodations: Hostels, Hotels
Tourist Office: Bucharest Tourist Office
Off-the-beaten-path: Caldarusani Monastery, Stirbei Palace, Cernica Monastery, Mogosoaia Palace
Health Issues: None
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Aim for June – warm weather and lots of goings on.
Common Phrases: Yes = Da, No = Nu, Please = Te rog, Thank you = Multumesc, Do you speak English? = Vorbiti englezeste?
City Specific Events: GayFest and Bucharest of Old every May, George Enescu Festival every August
How to get around?: The metro underground is definitely noteworthy.
Good to know: Bucharest is nicknamed “Little Paris of the East” because of its elegance in architecture and sophistication of its locals.
Cheapest airport to fly into: There are two main airports for travelers taking flights to Bucharest such as Henri Coanda International Airport and Aurel Vlaicu International Airport. In order to get a cheaper flight, it would be wise to use the airport that is near your trip destination.
Need more information?: Check out the Bucharest travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
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