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Exploring Bucharest: A 6-Day Adventure

Irene Politi

Irene Politi

27 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 6-day journey through Bucharest, Romania's vibrant capital. Discover the city's rich history, visit iconic landmarks, and immerse yourself in its cultural treasures.

Day 1
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$43

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$ 4

ibis Styles Bucharest City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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The Romanian Athenaeum
Iconic neoclassical concert hall opened in 1888 hosting the George Enescu Philharmonic Orchestra.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$20
4 - 5 min

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National Museum of Art
Paintings & sculpture from medieval & modern Romania, Western Europe, the Islamic world & East Asia.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$15
9 - 11 min

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Constitution Square
Huge space beside the Palace of Parliament, host to concerts, a Christmas market & New Year events.
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
$8
Day 2
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$5

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$ 2

ibis Styles Bucharest City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 15 min

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Grădina Cișmigiu
This tree-filled, English-style park with a lake, rose garden & pavilion is a tranquil destination.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
12 - 18 min

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The Church of the "Stavropoleos" Monastery
Orthodox monastery & church from 1724, partly rebuilt in the early 1900s after earthquake damage.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$5
Day 3
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$40

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$ 4

ibis Styles Bucharest City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

9 - 11 min

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National Museum of Romanian History
Historical artifacts including a cast of Trajan's Column, Romania's national treasury & Greek gold.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$15
20 - 24 min

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Primaverii Palace (House of Ceauşescu)
Opulent 80-room former residence of Romanian president Ceausescu, built in 1964, with lush gardens.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$25
Day 4
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$20

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$ 3

ibis Styles Bucharest City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

17 - 21 min

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The Triumphal Arch
27-m high granite arch built in memory of WWI troops, with internal stairs for city views.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
$10
8 - 11 min

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"Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum
Ethnographic museum devoted to Romanian village life, with hundreds of peasant farms & homes.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$10
Day 5
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$30

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$ 3

ibis Styles Bucharest City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

10 - 12 min

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Palace of Parliament
Colossal parliament building & international conference center known for its ornate interior.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$30
Day 6
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$38

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$ 3

ibis Styles Bucharest City Center

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 min

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Therme
Popular center featuring a range of mineral pools, waterslides, saunas & an indoor botanical garden.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$38

Budget breakdown: $192 In total

Activities & Food:$175
Transport:$17