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Inside Background
Health & Safety 
In general, Bucharest is safe for traveling.  In comparison with many other...
Last edited: 10 July 2006
History 
There are two levels to the history of Bucharest; the mythological level which...
Last edited: 17 July 2008
Recommended Reading 
Travelers interested in reading more about Bucharest before heading there may...
Last edited: 07 April 2008
Weather & When to Go 
Bucharest has a climate which is considered to be a “continental climate...
Last edited: 09 July 2006
Bucharest 
Bucharest, the capital of Romania, is a true European city, overwhelming in the...
Last edited: 05 March 2007
Only in Bucharest 
What You Should Know About Bucharest And Noone Tells you The people - Usually...
Last edited: 29 August 2008
Scams and Schemes 
Romania has a fair share of scams, but please keep in mind that 99,9% of the...
Last edited: 05 July 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Bucharest has two airports, four train stations (the main one is Bucharest...
Last edited: 17 May 2008
Public Transportation 
Bucharest has an extensive public transport system, administrated by two...
Last edited: 07 May 2008
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Con-artist taxis do a lot to hurt the image of Bucharest, and Romania, for...
Last edited: 12 August 2009
From Baneasa airport to the city 
To downtown Bucharest Bus Buses 131 and 301 link the airport with Romana square...
Last edited: 18 June 2009
From Otopeni airport to the city 
To downtown Bucharest Bus Express bus 783 links the airport with Unirii square...
Last edited: 18 June 2009
Use the Metro 
The Metro / Underground is modern, clean and safe. You by-pass all the traffic...
Last edited: 20 September 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Events & Festivals 
Travelers will be happy to know that there are a number of cultural and...
Last edited: 10 July 2006
Museums & Attractions 
The museums of Bucharest are primarily history museums and museum-type...
Last edited: 14 July 2006
Nightlife 
The nightlife in Bucharest has been growing ever since tourism began to spread...
Last edited: 24 October 2009
The Performing Arts 
Bucharest has a strong performing arts scene which is enjoyed thoroughly by...
Last edited: 10 July 2006
Tea Shops 
Bucharest is an expanding city, its nightlife also. Still, if you don't enjoy...
Last edited: 23 July 2008
Lipscani 
The Lipscani zone, with the main street with the same name is the oldest...
Last edited: 08 October 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Biz Lounge  
Located accross the street from the People's Palace (Casa Poporului) and Izvor...
Last edited: 16 July 2008
St George Hungarian Restaurant 
The St George is a hidden gem in a city of so-so restaurants.  It is off a busy...
Last edited: 29 August 2008
Gino's 
A very cozy romantic restaurant, located downtown Bucharest, few steps ahead...
Last edited: 17 August 2008
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Inside Romania: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency Romania's currency is the leu (usually appears in the plural form...
Last edited: 07 November 2009
Crossing the Border 
Don't come with illegal drugs! None of them are accepted! You can bring with...
Last edited: 09 May 2006
Emergencies 
Emergency : 112 (available for ambulance, police, firefighters) To report a...
Last edited: 29 November 2006
Important Phrases 
Thank you - Multzumesc Please - Va rog Good day - Buna ziua Where is - unde...
Last edited: 22 October 2008
Telephones 
Telephone: International direct dialing service is available throughout...
Last edited: 02 June 2006
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping is the norm. Romanian waiters are paid very low, as the owners expect...
Last edited: 04 January 2010
Changing Money in Brasov 
The main square in Brasov has two exchange offices, both of which list 3 rates...
Last edited: 22 August 2006
Electricity 
Electrical current is 220 V; 50 cycles. Outlets take plugs with two round...
Last edited: 02 February 2007
Getting to Romania 
By plane: Austrian Airlines — the preferred airline to Romania from North...
Last edited: 18 April 2007
How to chose a tour operator  
There are some simple steps when you chose a touroperator 1 First you must...
Last edited: 05 March 2007
Traditional cuisine 
The main ingredients used by Romanian chefs are meats such as pork, beef and...
Last edited: 05 September 2007
Travel by bus in Romania 
If you like travelling with a backpack and tasting the life of the locals...
Last edited: 26 May 2007
Travel by train in Romania 
Romania has an extensive railway network ( over 11 385 km long),  reaching...
Last edited: 06 November 2007
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