Bucharest Travel Planning Guide

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Things to Do in Bucharest: Best Attractions, Tickets, Tours, and Free Places to Visit

Bucharest is most famous for its wide avenues and longstanding religious institutions. The city is very popular for its museums and attractions, food, nightlife, historical sights, and shopping.

Here you'll find everything you need to plan a trip to Bucharest. With tickets, tours, things to do, accommodation, transportation, and food ideas, we're here to help you plan the perfect trip.

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Dracula's Castle, Brasov and Peles Full-Day Tour from Bucharest
From $36 →
Peles Castle, Dracula's Castle and Medieval Town of Brasov in…
From $36 →
Bran Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov from Bucharest
From $36 →
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Many top attactions will sell out during high season, so booking ahead is a good idea. It can also save you money and time.
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Best Things to Do in Bucharest by Category

Must-See Attractions

Bucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Tour
Rating: 4.5
Budget Friendly
From $33 →
Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest
Rating: 4.5
From $28 →
Transylvania and Dracula Castle Full Day Tour from Bucharest
Rating: 4.5
From $68 →
Small-Group Day Trip to Dracula's Castle, Brasov and Peles Castle
Rating: 4.5
From $63 →
Bucharest Highlights Walking Tour
Most Popular
Rating: 4.9
Budget Friendly
From $22 →
The Real tour of Communism
Most Popular
Rating: 5
Budget Friendly
From $25 →
Bucharest Food Lovers Tour: Markets, Tastings & Hidden Spots
Most Popular
Rating: 4.9
From $97 →
Bucharest Pub Crawl in the Old Town
Most Popular
Rating: 4.8
Budget Friendly
From $27 →
Tuk Tuk Bucharest Tour - Unique Experience in town!
Most Popular
Rating: 5
From $68 →

Top Museums

Communism in Bucharest - Landmarks, Museum & Communist Appetizers
Most Popular
Rating: 5
From $46 →

Food & Wine

Wine Tasting in Bucharest
Most Popular
Rating: 4.8
From $59 →
Discover Bucharest: Private Highlights and Traditional Food Tour
Most Popular
Rating: 5
From $136 →
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For Couples

Wine Tasting in Bucharest
Most Popular
Rating: 4.8
From $59 →

Recommended Tours & Tickets

Bucharest to Dracula Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Guided Tour
From $33 →
Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest
From $28 →
Transylvania and Dracula Castle Full Day Tour from Bucharest
From $68 →
Small-Group Day Trip to Dracula's Castle, Brasov and Peles Castle
From $63 →
Bucharest Highlights Walking Tour
From $22 →
The Real tour of Communism
From $25 →
Bucharest Food Lovers Tour: Markets, Tastings & Hidden Spots
From $97 →
Bucharest Pub Crawl in the Old Town
From $27 →

Day Trips to Explore Further

Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov Day Trip from Bucharest
Rating: 4.5
From $28 →
Small-Group Day Trip to Dracula's Castle, Brasov and Peles Castle
Rating: 4.5
From $63 →
Full Day Trip to Bulgaria from Bucharest
Rating: 4.5
From $91 →
Castles of Transylvania: Private Day Trip from Bucharest
Rating: 4.6
From $143 →
Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle and Brasov - Private Day Trip from Bucharest
Most Popular
Rating: 5
From $171 →
Slanic Salt Mine Day Trip from Bucharest
Rating: 4.5
Budget Friendly
From $33 →
Bucharest: Top Gear Road and Wild Brown Bears Day Day Trip
Rating: 4.1
From $56 →


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