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Bucharest Travel Guide

December 26, 2007 |

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A trip to Bucharest
If there’s any place in the world where you can get feel of being in the closet of Mr Dracula himself, it’s here in Bucharest, the thriving capital of Romania where Vlad the Impaler, a man who inspired Bram Stoker to create the awesome Dracula, once resided. With a modern, fully-equipped airport located within a short drive from the centre, you can fly directly to Bucharest where a plethora of sights including museums, cathedrals and palaces await your discovery. Party-goers can prepare to dance all night as most clubs here are open until the sun comes up.

Flights to Bucharest
Henri Coanda International Airport is about 11kms from the heart of the city and operates a number of flights between Bucharest and major destinations in Europe. The airport is fully-equipped with facilities for passengers and provides shuttle buses to the city. Optionally, you can take a taxi from the taxi stand outside the terminal for greater convenience.

One of the good things about travelling in Bucharest is the efficient and reliable public transportation network. Trams, buses and the metro services are frequent and connect every part of the city together. Night owls can also flag down maxi-taxis, bus-like taxis which operate along the main thoroughfares.

Sightseeing in Bucharest
Packed with a myriad of sights to visit, Bucharest will captivate those into history and fascinating stories of the past. Visit Ceausescu’s grand Centru Civic and Revolution square, two of the most important monuments recounting the times when Present Ceausescu was captured. The remarkable Patriarchal Cathedral is also worth visiting, dating back to the 17th century.

Big fans of the blood-sucking, handsome count cannot miss a visit to Princely Palace where Prince Vlad the Impaler, the city’s founder, once stayed. The prince was believed to be an inspiration for Bram Stoker’s world-famous vampire, Dracula.

Fun by night – eating, drinking and partying
Romanian cuisine is all about diversity. With a variety of influences from many cultures, most dishes boast delectable combination of Balkan, German, Hungarian and Serbian delights. Try the city’s specialty, drob, which is a mixed stew of intestines, meat and various vegetables, served with a sweet cottage cheese pie.

Nightlife in Bucharest is surprisingly electrifying, with many clubs, pubs and bars opening from dusk until dawn. Most venues are located in close proximity, offering an opportunity for bar-hopping. Those who’d rather gain money than spending it on booze can always opt for a visit to one of the many casinos in town. When you run out of money, let the free casino cabaret shows cheer you up.

Fun by day - shopping and activities
Shopping enthusiasts might not be too happy to find that there aren’t so many places to spend money in Bucharest. Shopping isn’t a big thing here, but you can find quaint little boutiques for one-of-a-kind gifts. Local markets are also good places to look for quirky antiques and unique keepsakes. Those into outdoor pursuits will find many ski routes in the Carpathians during the winter. Jazz lovers can hit one of many 24-hour jazz clubs to spice things up on a lazy afternoon.


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