Bucharest travel guide
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You're Going to Love Bucharest
With 1.88 million inhabitants, Bucharest is the most populous city in Romania. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Bucharest deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Bucharest
If you’re looking for affordable options, Blank Restaurant at The Marmorosch Bucharest - Autograph Collection (Strada Doamnei 2) and GODAI (7 Șoseaua Fabrica de Glucoză Building 1) are great picks.
When to visit Bucharest
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bucharest in July, when the average temperature is 22 °C, and the highest can go up to 27 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of -1 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Bucharest, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.
How to Get to Bucharest
Plane
Bucharest is served by 2 airports: Bucharest Baneasa (BBU) and Bucharest Airport (OTP). The closest to the city centre of Bucharest is Bucharest Baneasa, which is located 8 km from the city centre. Further away is Bucharest Airport, 16 km from the centre of Bucharest. The shortest flight to Bucharest from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 16h 30m.
Train
Located 2.6 km from the city centre, Bucharest Gara de Nord is the busiest station in Bucharest. Another popular train station is Bucharest Central Bus Station, located 3 km from the centre.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Bucharest, including Bus, Union Ivkoni and FlixBus. From Chisinau, the bus ride to Bucharest takes 700 km and will cost you around RM 155. From Sofia, the ticket costs about RM 132 for a journey of 748 km. The most popular bus station is Bucharest Autogara Militari, located 7 km from the city centre of Bucharest. Bucharest Bucharest Piata Buzesti is also a commonly used station, and is 2.2 km from the city centre.
Airports near Bucharest
Airlines serving Bucharest
Where to stay in Bucharest
From 5-star hotels such as the Epoque Hotel - Relais & Chateaux to great affordable options like the Hotel Forty One, Bucharest offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around RM 272 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 392 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Antique Hostel and Hello Hotels Gara de Nord. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bucharest, with prices from RM 146 to RM 6,111 per night. Sector 1 is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bucharest are about 52% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Bucharest
Most booked hotels in Bucharest
Hiring a car in Bucharest
Expect to pay RM 7.44 per litre in Bucharest (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 89.19 and RM 118.92. The most frequently booked car type in Bucharest is Intermediate (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Renault Clio or similar) is, on average, 78% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.