8 Days in Bucharest: A Journey of Parks, Museums, and Culinary Delights

Matthew Greenhill

9 Mar 2024

Embark on an exciting 8-day adventure in Bucharest, where you'll explore beautiful parks, visit fascinating museums, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Discover the city's hidden gems and immerse yourself in its vibrant culture.

Trip to Bucharest

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Serene Strolls and Delectable Delights

$26

$ 2

Scenic park established in 1906 featuring a French garden, historical monuments, a mausoleum & lake.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Big park known for its lake, Sala Polivalenta sports complex, kids' area & trails for cycling.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$26

Day 2Unveiling Romania's Rich History and Sensory Wonders

$46

$ 2

Historical artifacts including a cast of Trajan's Column, Romania's national treasury & Greek gold.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

12 - 15 min

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Science-based exhibits & optical tricks in a family-friendly museum with magic mirrors & holograms.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$13

1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 3Parks Galore and Irresistible Bakery Treats

$18

$ 3

Green space demarcated around 1832, with sculptures & busts of notable Romanians & Roman poet Ovid.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Urban green space opposite the Palace of Parliament featuring open lawn areas & a playground.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Large urban green space with a lake & a pool, plus a botanical garden, skate park & running trails.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 4Artistic Escapades and Fine Dining

$25

Intimate urban park since 1870 with statues, benches, a lake & fountain, plus a playground & gazebo.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Sandy paths, tree-shaded benches & popular stops for al fresco dining in a small urban park.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Paintings & sculpture from medieval & modern Romania, Western Europe, the Islamic world & East Asia.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$15

4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$10

Day 5Relaxation at Therme and Nature's Tranquility

$54

$ 3

Popular center featuring a range of mineral pools, waterslides, saunas & an indoor botanical garden.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

24 - 29 min

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Sprawling park with tree-lined walking paths, kids' playgrounds & the ruins of an old theater.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Thai contemporary cuisine in the heart of Bucharest: a hidden piece of modern Thailand in the midst of Eastern Europe, Kunnai offers you an intricate variety of Thai dishes, carefully designed and crafted by Anne Ampawan and her Team…

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 6Royal Gardens, Folklore, and Subway Adventures

$45

$ 2

Public green space with cafes, restaurants & gardens around a large lake used for water sports.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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The National Museum of the Romanian Peasant

Collections of folk costumes, ceramics & icons explore Romanian culture in a stately 1941 building.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

5 - 8 min

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Your local Subway Restaurant, located at Bd. Nicolae Titulescu, Nr.1, brings delicious ingredients and mouth-watering flavors in billions of sandwich, salad and wrap combinations to you. An alternative to traditional fast food, we offer freshly cut veggies, toppings, protein and freshly-baked br...

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$30

Day 7Nature's Oasis and Urban Parks

$10

$ 3