{"id":4497,"date":"2023-05-04T16:59:11","date_gmt":"2023-05-04T15:59:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/?p=4497"},"modified":"2023-05-04T16:59:12","modified_gmt":"2023-05-04T15:59:12","slug":"interrailing-in-romania-48-hours-in-bucharest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/interrailing-in-romania-48-hours-in-bucharest\/","title":{"rendered":"Interrailing in Romania: 48 hours in Bucharest"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Situated in southern <a href=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/interrailing-hungary-romania-bulgaria\/\">Romania<\/a>, the beautiful capital of Bucharest is quickly becoming a favourite among interrailers, due to the affordable prices, vibrant atmosphere and delicious traditional cuisine.&nbsp;<\/p><div class=\"inter-content-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"inter-3303402222\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4633244982126279\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4633244982126279\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"7158573474\" \ndata-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\ndata-ad-format=\"fluid\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><p>A bustling city with plenty of notable landmarks, including the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdep.ro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Palatul Parlamentului <\/a>government building, the 15th-century <a href=\"https:\/\/muzeulbucurestiului.ro\/palatul-voievodal-curtea-veche.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Curtea Veche Palace<\/a> and Her\u0103strau Park, you can easily spend a few days here exploring all that it has to offer. Also known as \u2018Little Paris\u2019 due to its picturesque architecture and similarity to the French capital, there\u2019s so much to see and do here during your interrail trip.<\/p><p>Read on to find out how to get to Bucharest from London, the top sights to visit, where you should go for the best food\/drink and where you should stay when in this historic city.<\/p><div class=\"inter-content_2\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"inter-2073366728\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4633244982126279\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4633244982126279\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"7158573474\" \ndata-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\ndata-ad-format=\"fluid\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Get to Bucharest<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bex-ghani-FHKz9zujd8-unsplash-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4499\" srcset=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bex-ghani-FHKz9zujd8-unsplash-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bex-ghani-FHKz9zujd8-unsplash-scaled-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bex-ghani-FHKz9zujd8-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bex-ghani-FHKz9zujd8-unsplash-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bex-ghani-FHKz9zujd8-unsplash-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bex-ghani-FHKz9zujd8-unsplash-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bex-ghani-FHKz9zujd8-unsplash-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>Bucharest is a very accessible city, with plenty of transport links to choose from. For example, if you\u2019re looking to fly to Bucharest, all of the major airlines fly there, from British Airways to Wizz Air. Taking just over 3 hours, it\u2019s a quick flight which will get you into the capital and ready to explore, before heading on the train to visit nearby Hungary or Romania.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Whilst in Romania, you can choose to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.interrail.eu\/en\/interrail-passes\/one-country-pass\/romania\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Romania Interrail Pass<\/a>, which is the best way to visit the key highlights like Bucharest, Transylvania and the Black Sea. Alternatively if you\u2019re looking to go further afield, or you\u2019re travelling around Europe, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.interrail.eu\/en\/interrail-passes\/global-pass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Interrail Global Pass<\/a> is perfect. A flexible and budget-friendly option, it gives you the chance to venture around up to 33 different countries in Europe.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re travelling from the UK, you\u2019ll be pleased to know that there are 2 major routes from London:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Route One: London &#8211; Paris &#8211; Stuttgart &#8211; Budapest &#8211; Bucharest.<\/li>\n\n<li>Route Two: London &#8211; Brussels &#8211; Vienna &#8211; Budapest &#8211; Bucharest.<\/li><\/ul><div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Top 5 Things to do in Bucharest&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1) Old town<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/jani-godari-7-VA42UTNuQ-unsplash-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/jani-godari-7-VA42UTNuQ-unsplash-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/jani-godari-7-VA42UTNuQ-unsplash-scaled-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/jani-godari-7-VA42UTNuQ-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/jani-godari-7-VA42UTNuQ-unsplash-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/jani-godari-7-VA42UTNuQ-unsplash-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/jani-godari-7-VA42UTNuQ-unsplash-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/jani-godari-7-VA42UTNuQ-unsplash-16x12.jpg 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>If you\u2019re looking to fully immerse yourself in the history of Bucharest, head to its beautiful old town. With cobbled streets, impressive architecture and chic restaurants and bars; it\u2019s an exciting and vibrant part of the city that you\u2019ll love to explore during your time there.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2) Her\u0103strau Park<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/adina-paraschivu-VVHI4tn3DpI-unsplash-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4501\"\/><\/figure><p>The largest park in Romania, Her\u0103strau Park is considered to be the most spectacular, and the most visited in the city. Spanning 187 hectares around a tranquil lake, it\u2019s beloved by locals and tourists due to its diverse wildlife and breathtaking scenery.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3) Stavropoleos Monastery<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/bucharest-3471564_1920-1024x648.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4502\"\/><\/figure><p>Built in 1724, Stavropoleos Monastery is an Eastern Orthodox monastery that\u2019s home to six nuns. Designed in the iconic Brancovenesc style, its unique architecture makes it a popular landmark to visit when in Bucharest. Located in the city\u2019s heart, there are often tours around the monastery available if you\u2019re interested in finding out a little more about its history.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4) National Museum of Romanian History<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tamara-malaniy-eEwmEY4LcxU-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tamara-malaniy-eEwmEY4LcxU-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tamara-malaniy-eEwmEY4LcxU-unsplash-scaled-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tamara-malaniy-eEwmEY4LcxU-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tamara-malaniy-eEwmEY4LcxU-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tamara-malaniy-eEwmEY4LcxU-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tamara-malaniy-eEwmEY4LcxU-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/tamara-malaniy-eEwmEY4LcxU-unsplash-18x12.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><p>One of the most beautiful buildings in Bucharest is undoubtedly the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mnir.ro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National History Museum of Romania<\/a>. Located within the Calea Victoriei in a building which used to house the postal service, it contains a variety of Romanian history artefacts dating all the way back from prehistoric times to the modern day.&nbsp;<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5) Ateneul Rom\u00e2n<\/strong><\/h3><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/emilia-morariu-F1Iwkfy0E7k-unsplash-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4505\"\/><\/figure><p>A sight to behold, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fge.org.ro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ateneul Rom\u00e2n<\/a> (or the Romanian Athenaeum) is a prominent concert hall located in the centre of the city. Dating back to 1888, it\u2019s most famous for its domed roof, and is home to an array of performances throughout the year, from the philharmonic orchestra to the beloved George Enescu Festival.<\/p><div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to Eat and Drink in Bucharest<\/strong><\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" src=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/istockphoto-538103133-612x612-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/istockphoto-538103133-612x612-1.jpeg 612w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/istockphoto-538103133-612x612-1-600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/istockphoto-538103133-612x612-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/istockphoto-538103133-612x612-1-18x12.jpeg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" \/><\/figure><p>It\u2019s no surprise that in Bucharest, there are plenty of places to eat and drink. Perfect for a two-day trip, you can wander around the city and find delightful traditional dishes, European dishes or even food from further afield. So matter what you\u2019re craving, you can rest assured that you\u2019re catered for when interrailing there.&nbsp;<\/p><p>And when it comes to snacks, you\u2019ll be spoilt with the amount that\u2019s on offer. Some of the top are:&nbsp;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Placinta &#8211; a delicious sweet or savoury pastry.<\/li>\n\n<li>Covgri &#8211; scrumptious traditional Romanian pretzels.<\/li>\n\n<li>Scovergi &#8211; a tasty flatbread that can be sweet or savoury.<\/li><\/ul><p>And when it comes to the restaurants in Bucharest, there are so many great options, whether you\u2019re looking for something that\u2019s wallet-friendly or you\u2019re treating yourself during your interrailing trip. Some of our recommendations are:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.taverna-covaci.ro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taverna Covaci <\/a>&#8211; perfect if you\u2019re looking for hearty traditional Romanian cuisine whilst in the Old Town.<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lacrimisisfinti.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lacrimi so Sfinti<\/a> &#8211; an extraordinary little restaurant with quirky names and friendly staff.<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carucubere.ro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Caru\u2019 Ce Bere<\/a> &#8211; the oldest restaurant in the city, this should be on your list when visiting Bucharest!<\/li><\/ul><p>And when it comes to bars, you should add these to your itinerary:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bere-zaganu.ro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zaganu<\/a> &#8211; located on the Calea Victoriei they sell a variety of tantalising beers, including craft beers.<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.co.uk\/Attraction_Review-g294458-d6385686-Reviews-Zeppelin_Pub-Bucharest.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zeppelin Pub <\/a>&#8211; an eclectic venue with a large selection of drinks.<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.greenhours.ro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Green Hours Jazz Cafe<\/a> &#8211; for those that are looking for a refreshing drink and great live music.<\/li><\/ul><div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to Stay in Bucharest&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2><p>Accommodation-wise, Bucharest has something for all budgets. Whether you\u2019re looking for a hostel, a hotel or a B&amp;B, you\u2019re covered. Some of the best for interrailers include:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/uk.hotels.com\/ho620935\/little-bucharest-old-town-hostel-bucharest-romania\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Little Bucharest<\/a> &#8211; a boutique hostel with private rooms and a picturesque location.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hoteltrianon.ro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hotel Trianon<\/a> &#8211; friendly staff, spacious rooms and a delicious breakfast are on offer at this centrally located hotel.<\/li>\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lagom-hotel.ro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lagom Hotel<\/a> &#8211; budget-friendly, comfortable rooms are available at this modern hotel.<\/li><\/ul><p>No matter what you spend time doing in Bucharest, you\u2019re guaranteed an unforgettable couple of days. Somewhere you\u2019ll want to visit again and again, you\u2019ll be spoilt for choice when creating your 48-hour itinerary!&nbsp;<\/p><div class=\"inter-after-content\" style=\"margin-top: 20px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"inter-1328514649\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-4633244982126279\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4633244982126279\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"8015293915\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Situated in southern Romania, the beautiful capital of Bucharest is quickly becoming a favourite among interrailers, due to the affordable prices, vibrant atmosphere and delicious traditional cuisine.&nbsp; A bustling city with plenty of notable landmarks, including the Palatul Parlamentului government building, the 15th-century Curtea Veche Palace and Her\u0103strau Park, you can easily spend a few&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":26,"featured_media":4498,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[135,131],"class_list":["post-4497","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-interrail-city-guides","tag-bucharest","tag-romania"],"cc_featured_image_caption":{"caption_text":"","source_text":"","source_url":""},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/felipe-simo-8fgwgkkowDY-unsplash-scaled.jpg","jetpack-related-posts":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4497","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/26"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4497"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4497\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4498"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4497"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4497"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/interrailplanner.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4497"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}