What's Bucharest Old Town like?
Bucharest Old Town is notable for its historical sites. Take time to discover this walkable neighbourhood's cathedrals. Learn about local heritage at landmarks such as Curtea Veche and Bucharest Municipal Museum. There's plenty more to see, including Stavropoleos Church and University Square.
How to get to Bucharest Old Town
Flying to:
- Bucharest (BBU-Aurel Vlaicu), 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Bucharest Old Town
- Bucharest (OTP-Henri Coanda Intl.), 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Bucharest Old Town
Things to see and do in and around Bucharest Old Town
What to see in Bucharest Old Town
- Curtea Veche
- Stavropoleos Church
- University Square
- Bucharest Municipal Museum
- Manuc's Inn
Things to do in Bucharest Old Town
- National History Museum of Romania
- Cocor Luxury Store
- Bucharest Museum
- Museum of the History of Bucharest
Other popular Bucharest Old Town attractions
- Piaţa Universităţii
- Choral Temple
- New St George’s Church
- Church of St. Nicholas - University chapel
- Old Princely Court Church
When is the best time to visit Bucharest?
- Hottest months: August, July, June, September (average 23°C)
- Coldest months: January, February, December, March (average 3°C)
- Rainiest months: June, May, July, October (average 75 mm of rainfall)