Bucharest Travel Guide
Romania
Bucharest is Romania’s capital and largest city, with a population of about 1.78 million. It is the country’s main urban centre, set inland in the south-east of Romania.
Most visitors arrive by air through Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), the city’s main international airport, or Bucharest Baneasa-Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU). Bucharest is not a coastal destination, and there are no notable named beaches within 40 kilometres of the city.
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Weather in Bucharest
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Pays in RON
Plug type Type C & Type F (UK adapter needed)
Emergency 112
Dial code +40
Tipping: Tipping is customary in Romania for good service. While not mandatory, it is a common practice to show appreciation.
Best time to visit Bucharest
Jan
8°7Feb
8°4Mar
14°8Apr
18°12May
21°11Jun
29°5Jul
33°7Aug
32°5Sep
26°5Oct
19°7Nov
11°12Dec
7°6Average daily maximums with rainy days per month, from the last three years of weather history.
Things to do in Bucharest
Muzeul Național de Artă al României
modern art museum
0.3 km
Muzeul Taranului Roman
history museum
2.2 km
Muzeul Național de Istorie a României
history museum
0.7 km
4.2 km
Biserica Kretzulescu
christian place of worship
0.1 km
Palace of the Patriarchate
history museum
1.5 km
Muzeul Militar National
history museum
1.7 km
Teatrul Odeon
theatre venue
0.2 km
Getting there
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport · 14.9 km
Bucharest Baneasa-Aurel Vlaicu International Airport · 6.6 km
Frequently asked Questions
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