Bucharest 6 Day Itinerary

Bucharest 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Exploring the City Center

  • Accommodation: Consider staying at “Unirii Hotel” or “Ambasador Hotel Bucharest”, centrally located and convenient for sightseeing.
  • Breakfast: Start your day with traditional Romanian cuisine at “Caru’ cu Bere” (New Gate Street).
  • Activities: Visit the Palatul Parlamentului (Parliament Building), explore Piata Unirii and Calea Victoriei, Bucharest’s main boulevard. Don’t miss the Arcul de Triumf.
  • Lunch: Savor Romanian delicacies at “La Mama” in Lipscani district.
  • Evening: Stroll along Strada Lipscani and enjoy a drink at one of the charming rooftop bars, such as “Atelierul de Bere”.
  • Transportation: Bucharest’s public transport system is well-developed; use buses, trams, or metro to get around. Tickets can be purchased at newspaper kiosks.

Day 2: Old Town & Museums

  • Breakfast: “Origo” (Strada Lipscani) offers a variety of breakfast options.
  • Activities: Explore the historic Old Town, visit the Museum of the Romanian Peasant, and the National Art Museum.
  • Lunch: Try “La Furnica” for delicious traditional dishes.
  • Afternoon: Relax at the beautiful Cismigiu Gardens or explore the Patriarchy, the seat of the Orthodox Church in Romania.
  • Dinner: Enjoy a meal at “Era Steak House”, known for its steaks and Romanian wines.

Day 3: Palace of the Parliament & Village Museum

  • Breakfast: Start your day with a coffee and pastry at “Cafeza” near the Palace of the Parliament.
  • Activities: Visit the Palace of the Parliament (pre-book a guided tour), then head to the Village Museum.
  • Lunch: Have lunch at the restaurant inside the Village Museum.
  • Afternoon: Continue exploring the Village Museum or visit the National Art Museum of Contemporary Art.
  • Dinner: Dine at “Enoteca Pepe” for a fine dining experience in a cozy atmosphere.

Day 4: Day Trip to Snagov Monastery & Peles Castle

  • Breakfast: Grab a quick breakfast at your hotel or pack some snacks for the day trip.
  • Activities: Take a day trip to visit the Snagov Monastery, believed to be the burial place of Vlad the Impaler, and the Peles Castle in Sinaia. Both require pre-booking for guided tours.
  • Lunch: Have lunch at one of the local restaurants in Sinaia or near Snagov Monastery.
  • Return to Bucharest: Return to Bucharest in the evening and enjoy a quiet night in.

Day 5: Exploring More of Bucharest

  • Breakfast: Start your day with breakfast at “Aroma” (Strada Ion Brezoianu).
  • Activities: Visit the Museum of the Romanian Peasant, then explore the less-touristy areas like Dristor and Colentina.
  • Lunch: Try “Foodurilor” in Dristor for local dishes.
  • Afternoon: Relax at Herestrau Park or visit the National Museum of Contemporary Art.
  • Dinner: Savor your last dinner in Bucharest at “Casa Buna Vestita”.

Day 6: Departure

  • Breakfast: Have a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before checking out.
  • Departure: Depending on your flight time, explore any remaining areas or do some last-minute souvenir shopping in the Old Town. Head to Henri Coanda International Airport for your departure.