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About Bucharest
The capital of Romania serves as the country's historic, cultural, and financial center, offering a myriad of attractions and sights.
Bucharest is the capital municipality, cultural, industrial, and financial center of Romania. It is the largest city in Romania and located in the southeast of the country, lying on the banks of the Dambovita River. Its architecture is a mix of historical (neo-classical), interbellum (Bauhaus and art deco), communist-era and modern. In the period between the two World Wars, the city's elegant architecture and the sophistication of its elite earned Bucharest the nickname of Little Paris. Some of its main sights into the world's largest Parliament Palace, the Romanian Athenaeum concert hall, and a plethora of fascinating museums and parks.
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Crystal Palace Hotel
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Renovated in 2018, Crystal Palace Hotel is conveniently located within walking distance from Promenada Mall and 10 minutes by car from Otopeni International Airport and downtown Bucharest.
All rooms feature free wireless internet, individually controlled air-conditioning, minibar and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Guests have free access to the Health Club, including a fitness center and a sauna.
Guests can start their day with an extended buffet breakfast. The restaurant serves international cuisine. Read more...
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Attractions in Bucharest
- Romanian Athenaeum, Bucharest
- Controceni Palace, Bucharest
- National Museum of Art of Romania, Bucharest
- National Museum of Contemporary Art, Bucharest
- Manuc's Inn, Bucharest
- City Center, Bucharest
- Lipscani District, Bucharest
- Radu Voda Monastery, Bucharest
- Museum of the Romanian Peasant, Bucharest
- Palace of the Parliament, Bucharest
- Stavropoleos Monastery, Bucharest
- Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum, Bucharest
- Botanical Gardens, Bucharest
- Triumphal Arch, Bucharest
- Zambaccian Museum, Bucharest
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Bucharest’s Highlights and Beyond: Monarchy, Communism and Modern Times
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Popular Itineraries in Romania
Romania Grand Tour
14-17 days Bucharest | Bucharest
From the trendy capital to the Carpathian Mountains, Dracula's castle and delicious local wine, get to know what makes Romania special on this grand tour.
Legacy of Transilvania
9-12 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Hope that you don't bump into Dracula as you explore the museums, parks, trendy cafes, and 17C architecture of Bucharest, the Gothic architecture and stunning Carpathian Mountains of Brasov, the elegant art nouveau architecture of Sibiu, and more on this Transylvanian getaway.
Quick Romanian Highlights
8-11 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Explore the museums, cafes, and 17C churches of the capital, admire the Gothic architecture and Carpathian Mountains of Transylvania's Brasov, and get to know Romanian history with a visit to the 12C city of Sibui on this Romanian getaway.
Romania Through the Ages
9-12 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Immerse yourselves in Romanian history on this trip through the past, stopping in ancient towns, historic castles, and more.
Transylvanian Adventures
9-12 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Explore one of Europe's most beautiful regions on a trip through Dracula's homeland, rich in mysterious legend and fascinating history.
Romanian Cities and Nature
8-10 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Perhaps the best European destination for outdoorsy families, Romania boasts breathtaking nature as well as vibrant cities that will allow no dull moments.
Romanian Beach Getaway
5-6 days Bucharest | Bucharest
The perfect combination of excitement and leisure, explore Romania's vibrant capital, followed by a few relaxing days at one of the best resorts in the country.
Eastern Romania
8-9 days Bucharest | Bucharest
After exploring the busy capital, head to the beach for a few days of relaxation in Romania's seaside towns of the east.
All Around Romania
16-19 days Bucharest | Iasi
Truly get to know the best of Romania on this all around adventure, taking you to the best destinations in the country, featuring castles, cuisine, nightlife, legends, and more.
All Around Romania
16-19 days Bucharest | Iasi
Get to know Romania like a local on this all around adventure, taking you through the best destinations in the country, full of culture, history, nature, and more.
All Around Romania
16-19 days Bucharest | Iasi
Experience the best that Romania has to offer on this all around adventure, including culture, history, and stunning nature.
Western Romania
16-19 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Get to know the best of western Romania on a trip which features stunning nature, rich culture, world-class museums, and majestic castles.
Western Romania
16-19 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Travel through western Romania, enjoying the best museums, stunning nature, culture, and history on this trip through an unforgettable region.
Slow Paced Romanian Tour
16-19 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Ancient citadels, rich museums, and majestic nature will infuse your romantic trip with local color, making your time here an unforgettable adventure.
Romania Through the Ages
13-16 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Travel back in time, making your way through centuries of Romanian history and culture, getting to know the country's fascinating past.
Romania Through the Ages
13-16 days Bucharest | Bucharest
A trip that takes you through Romanian history, with sites dating back to the Neolithic Period, through medieval times, up to the modern Romania of today.
Romania Through the Ages
13-16 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Travel centuries into the past, tracing local history from the Neolithic period through medieval conquests, and towards the formation of modern Romania.
Transylvanian Adventures
10-13 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Head to the land of legends, the home of Dracula, for a trip through a region known for its rich history and breathtaking nature.
Transylvanian Adventures
10-13 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Head to the land of Dracula stories, exploring a region known for its natural beauty, mysterious history, and famous legend.
Transylvanian Adventures
10-13 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Explore the dazzling allure of Transylvania, whose thrilling legends and chilling history belies its status as one of Europe's most beautiful regions.
Eastern Romania
10-11 days Bucharest | Iasi
Get to know the best of eastern Romania on a trip that features busy cities, seaside towns, beautiful beaches, and excellent nightlife.
Eastern Romania
10-11 days Bucharest | Iasi
With big cities, seaside towns, beautiful beaches, and excellent nightlife, enjoy the best of this region on an eastern-Romania adventure.
The Danube Delta
10-11 days Bucharest | Iasi
Head east for a mix of beach-side relaxation and vibrant cities, where history, nature, and nightlife promise a thrilling experience for you and your loved one.
Romania's Natural Beauty
11-13 days Bucharest | Bucharest
With lakes, mountains, forests, and more, enjoy the best of Romania's nature on this outdoor adventure.
Romania's Natural Beauty
11-13 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Head outdoors for an active nature getaway, featuring Romania's most beautiful lakes, forests, mountains, and more.
Classic Romanian Trip
11-13 days Bucharest | Bucharest
The perfect trip for all outdoorsy couples, Romania's awe-inspiring nature features picturesque lakes, imposing mountain ranges, and primeval forests.
Romania's Small Towns
8-10 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Immerse yourself in authentic Romanian culture, visiting traditional towns, rich in local heritage, fascinating history, and beautiful nature.
Romania's Small Towns
8-10 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Get to know Romanian culture and heritage on this trip which takes you to the country's best small towns, rich in history and home to breathtaking nature.
Romania's Small Towns
8-10 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Get to know a different side of Romania, exploring its most charming towns, home to rich history, authentic culture, and beautiful nature.
Classic Romanian Trip
8-10 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Away from the city's bustle, Romania's small towns boast scenic nature, charming houses, and authentic local cuisine.
A Taste of Romania
8-10 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Get to know two of Romania's coolest traits: it's thriving urban centers, home to rich culture and nightlife, as well as its small towns home to a wealth of history and nature.
A Taste of Romania
8-10 days Bucharest | Bucharest
From the city to the country, enjoy some of Romania's best urban centers as well as the most stunning nature in the country on this wonderful adventure.
A Taste of Romania
8-10 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Combining the best of both worlds, this trip fuses Romania's metropolitan allure and spectacular nature into a fantastic adventure.
Romania Highlights
8-10 days Bucharest | Bucharest
A trip that features both busy cities and breathtaking nature, enjoy the best of both on this Romanian getaway.
A Week in Romania
7-9 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Visit two of Romania's most significant cities on this trip of culture, cuisine, nightlife, and history.
A Week in Romania
7-9 days Bucharest | Bucharest
With just a week in Romania, get to know two of its best cities on a trip of parks, palaces, cuisine, culture, and more.
A Week in Romania
7-9 days Bucharest | Bucharest
From the capital Bucharest, head north to Brasov for a trip of culture, history, nightlife, cuisine, and nature.
A Week in Romania
7-9 days Bucharest | Bucharest
Get to know two of Romania's most important cities on this week-long adventure, featuring museums, nightlife, excellent cuisine, as well as vibrant local culture and history.