Exquisite gold designs imported from Italy are exhibited at Marci Gold. You will hardly find such gold jewelry in any other shop across town and that is the reason why only the most tasteful jewel fanatics with heavy pockets visit the shop. If you like window shopping, Marci will leave you dazzled!
Exquisite gold designs imported from Italy are exhibited at Marci Gold. You will hardly find such gold jewelry in any other shop across town and that is the reason why only the most tasteful jewel fanatics with heavy pockets visit the shop. If you like window shopping, Marci will leave you dazzled!
Address: B-dul N. Balcescu 22 Phone: (+4) 021 312 00 57 Fax: (+4) 021 312 43 64
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bucharestFrom a small shop, Unirea has evolved into a huge department store with 5 floors of exquisite goods. The first two are fashion clothing, appliance on the third and fourth, while the basement offers everyday amenities at good rates. The complex is located in the center of the city and is a big attraction for shoppers. Address: Piata Unirii 1 Phone: (+4) 021 303 02 08
bucharestPerhaps the largest and most enticing shopping arcade in Romania is this Plaza. Once you step inside, you will just want to spend some money! It houses world renowned brands such as Zara and Sunglasses hut that are not found anywhere else in the city. With its huge building and pleasant shopping environment, Plaza Romania should be your first pit stop for a shopping spree.
bucharestLiberty center is one of the most frequently visited malls by Romanians. Crowds of people are always found thronging the great shops found here looking for a good deal or bargain. The complex also has a seven screen cinema which is very fascinating so make sure you buy tickets in advance to avoid full houses! Liberty Center is also famous for the collection of food stalls and outlets that is a hungry shopper’s paradise!
bucharestStanding opposite to the IKEA store, Feeria shopping mall has some of the best brands available. It houses the department store Carrefour together with other shops for clothes, shoes, appliances, book stores and jewelry.
bucharestLacking the necessary shopping experience that a mall offers, City Mall is not rated very highly by the locals and more so by tourists. The mall has a clean and decent outlook and has a number of shops with everyday items together with a play area for kids on the top floor. However, most people are put off by the poor air conditioning facility and the lack of a shopping environment. The underground parking facility is also an added advantage for the shoppers at City Mall.
bucharestBanease shopping city gives tough competition to other malls in terms of variety. It has 220 shops of all kinds of goodies, branded and local. The mall is huge with restaurants that are open from 10am to 11pm everyday. Given its corner location Baneasa Mall is visited by tourists and locals as an all day shopping spree so that the long trip is made worthwhile.
bucharestRich in the European style of shopping is the Afi Palace mall in Cotroceni. The mall has been built on modern architecture lines and stands tall with multi stories of branded shops, restaurants and cafes. It is one of the biggest shopping malls in Bucharest and true to its word of being one of the most expensive ones as well. Afi palace also has an in house cinema that features movies on regular intervals, ice skating rink that is open all year round and a paintball arena to give shoppers an exciting time. Address: SC Cotroceni Park SA Phone: +4031 425 75 10 Fax: +4031 425 75 13
bucharestThe first in a series of modern shopping complexes, the Bucharest mall was completed in 1999 and has since housed some of the most expensive and urban brands in the city. The mall is fairly large and has a wide assortment of goods available from toys to furniture to fashion apparel. Address: Calea Vitan 55-59 Phone: 4021 3276700 Fax: +40 21 3209209
bucharestFor traditional craft and locally made Romanian products, visit RomArt on Unirii Boulevard that has an excellent variety of souvenirs at a reasonable price. Collection includes woven rugs, traditional clothes, artifacts and antiques that can add beauty to any living room setting!
bucharestThe best places to get affordable souvenirs are the shops located inside the Peasant and Village museum. These shops stock the best quality embroided clothes, designs, ornaments and hangings so that tourists can take home with them a true depiction of Romanian culture.
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bucharestThe Romanian Presidents’ residence is worth a visit because of the sheer beauty of the area in which it is located. Surrounded by acres of green land, the palace stands tall as home to presidents since 1991. The museum inside the palace is open for public in daylight hours and has a collection of items that belonged to previous presidents and literature on politics.
bucharestLike many other large parks around Bucharest, the Herastrau Park is located on the Colentina River and extends to the north and the east of the river. The Park houses the Village Museum, several open air theaters and a host of water activities for visitors like boat trips and rentals. Spend a long summer day in this park to see the natural beauty of the historic city.
bucharestAmong high rise grey communal buildings is this small refreshing oasis in the eastern side of Bucharest. Titan Park is a small quite piece of land that serves as a breather for the locals after they come back from work. The park also has a small wooden church in its premises together with small lake side clubs.
bucharestThe Palace of Parliament is the most important building in Bucharest. According to world record, this building is the second largest and heaviest after the Pentagon in U.S.A. the palace is a majestic sight with white exterior that covers an area of 330,000 sq m. With huge chandeliers, plush carpets and thick mahogany furniture, the palace is open to public for tours that are arranged every half an hour. It has a total of 3100 rooms and 12 stories of breath taking beauty. Arrange for a visit to the palace at the top of your itinerary! Ticket: 15 RON, free for students.
bucharestSet beautifully in the midst of bushes and grass, Baneasa Lake is a good site to visit if you’re planning a picnic and lazy day in Bucharest. The place is well kept for people who visit the lake area regularly for quite walks or to let children play in the adjacent grass lands.
bucharestHidden behind a web of greenery, this Orthodox Church is small yet has a very powerful structure. The main complex is paired with a small white tower to make it recognizable. The church is visited often by the locals on Sundays and for special ceremonies.
bucharestBucharest promises entertainment for all its citizens and tourists all year round. In the summer season, a huge circus is held in the Tei district with music, animals, juggling acts, fire rings and tons of people thronging the place. The circus is a big event for the local villagers who find it an excuse to mingle, have fun and socialize. If you are in the city during summer, do check out the circus times with the locals!
bucharestLike all European cities, Bucharest has a state of the art Engineering University that educates thousands of engineers each year. Built in 1948, the university commits to provide excellent education and a breeding ground for young minds. The campus grounds provide a good walking ground and pleasant hustle bustle of student life.
bucharestA beautiful small lake located in the middle of the Tei neighborhood. The lake gets its name from the linden trees that surround it. The small place around the lake is very peaceful and is visited often by locals for evening strolls.
bucharestAs part of the Sutu Palace, the Bucharest History Museum is a precise and complete picture of the past for Bucharest. From the time of being just a fortress till date when the city stands as the proud capital of Romania, each piece of information is stored together with pictures and illustrations. The eventful history of Bucharest has been preserved in the most exciting manner at the museum.
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bucharestCuisine: Lebanese Address: 90 Calea 13 Septembrie, Bucharest, Romania Phone: 40 21 403 3103
Cuisine: Turkish Address: 18-20 Hristo Boatev Street, Bucharest, Romania Phone: 0213 142 825
bucharestA lasting memory from the communal days, Blanduziei is a Romanian restaurant high on homeliness and a very casual atmosphere. The restaurant has a small summer terrace that diners love going to enjoy the summer breeze while they sip their preference of wine from the basement cellar. Only the most basic dishes are served but the lively atmosphere more than makes up for lack of variety.
bucharestA very small and cozy place, Vatra is a special favorite of the locals and foreigners who have developed a taste for local dishes, spices and herbs. The food is great and is accompanied by huge traditional mugs of beer at very cheap prices.
bucharestCasa Oamenilor has a notorious reputation for being a haven for drunken parties. With wedding after parties and club nights being enjoyed here, the restaurant has become famous for its wine and budget food served in large portions. Its central location is another added advantage as most locals prefer close by locations for wedding parties.
bucharestWith a country side feeling to it, Burebista Vanatoresc welcomes its guests with a homely atmosphere, rich with the smell of fittings and furnishers. There is an all time band playing loud cheerful music that is contagious and will make you sing along. Burebista has a good menu with large portions in each dish and the prices are affordable. If you have an afternoon off from exploring the city, drop by here to make an equally exciting time.
bucharestA casual place with walls lined with football pictures and journals that have been hung up there after years of collection, Trattoria is owned by an ex- footballer who has given the restaurant a theme that had once circulated his life. Locals throng the place for juicy pastas, pizzas and wooden pies that are served mouth wateringly hot and tasty.
bucharestOffering the best pizzas in town at the best prices, Cuptoril cu lemme is a local favorite that has managed to attract enough population that it is always crowded on weekends! The ambiance here is very casual and relaxed with people roaming around the dining halls and the beautiful summer garden which is full of chatter and excitement. Address: B-dul Pache Protopopescu nr. 63, Phone: +40-21-2522414
bucharestPerfect for a quick meal, Chelsea bistro has a mouth watering variety of pizzas and drink and people from all over Bucharest come here to enjoy new and unique toppings in their pizza. If you are off sight seeing, make a meal from Chelsea Bistro to have a perfect day with delicious food.
bucharestOpened in 1879 as a small family restaurant, Caru’ today has a very loyal base of customers that are die hard fans of the home made delicacies served at the restaurant. The menu has quite some variety for chicken, beef and fish and almost all dishes are worth a try because of their great taste and stunning presentation! Order one of the special lunch deals to taste a lot of things in one go!