Other Places & Landmarks in Romania

Travel agency on Strada Romană in Ploiești.

Electronics service and repair workshop on Strada Toma Caragiu.

Key Sector 1 roundabout and landmark. Aviatorilor metro station nearby. Green space with diplomatic residences around.

Fish market stalls inside Halele Centrale at Obor. The best selection of fresh fish and seafood in eastern Bucharest: carp, bream, trout, mackerel, and sea fish brought in daily. Fishmongers also sell smoked and salted fish. Arrive early for the best choice — most stalls sell out by noon.

Historic central square of Baia Mare with the Gothic Stephen Tower and medieval buildings.

Sibiu's Grand Square (Piața Mare) is the historic heart of the city and one of the most beautiful medieval squares in Romania. Surrounded by baroque houses, the Lutheran Cathedral, and the Council Tower, it hosts markets, concerts, and festivals year-round. The FITS International Theatre Festival here is world-renowned. Free to visit; a must-see landmark.

Bucharest's largest and most storied open-air market, at the crossroads of Șos. Colentina and Calea Moșilor. Dozens of stalls sell fresh produce, seasonal vegetables, fruit, flowers, and live poultry. A sensory overload in the best way — a real slice of Bucharest working-class life. Best visited on weekend mornings.

Traditional open-air market on Calea Rahovei. Fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, meat, and local produce at competitive prices. A daily hub for the Rahova neighborhood community.

Historic square where the 1989 Romanian Revolution began; surrounded by the CEC Palace, the former Royal Palace, and the Athenaeum.

Târgu Mureș's stunning central square, one of the most beautiful in Transylvania. Surrounded by ornate Secessionist architecture, the Palace of Culture, and lively cafés. The social and cultural heart of this bilingual Romanian-Hungarian city.

Oradea's main square and surrounding Art Nouveau architecture, including the stunning Black Eagle Palace (Palatul Vulturul Negru) with its famous stained-glass passage. Oradea is called the Art Nouveau capital of Romania and has undergone major restoration. The square is surrounded by cafés, restaurants, and historic buildings — an unmissable stop.

One of Bucharest's central squares and metro hubs, site of the University of Bucharest's main building and a focal point of the 1989 Revolution.

Major Bucharest square and metro hub. Government seat (Palatul Victoria). M1+M3 metro interchange.

Remains of Emperor Trajan's Roman bridge across the Danube, one of the ancient world's engineering marvels.

Romania-Bulgaria Friendship Bridge border crossing point over the Danube river.

Cable car and ski resort at Poiana Brașov, Romania's top mountain resort. International ski school, slope-side hotels, and year-round hiking. Very popular with European tourists.

Veterinary clinic in Sector 6.

Authorised Renault and Dacia dealership on Șos. Pantelimon. New car sales, official servicing, and genuine parts. Dacia is Romania's iconic car brand (owned by Renault), making this a culturally interesting stop. English and French spoken. Good stock of affordable Dacia Spring, Sandero, and Logan models.

Estate agency in central Ploiești.

Bucharest's tallest building (137m, 37 floors). Houses multinational company offices, NOR restaurant, gym.

One of Bucharest's most beautiful Orthodox churches, built in 1724 in a unique blend of Brâncovenesc and Baroque styles. The courtyard features an ornate carved-stone arcade. Known for its exceptional Byzantine choral music — services are often accompanied by the Stavropoleos Choir. Free entry; a hidden gem steps from Caru cu Bere.

The main pedestrian artery of Bucharest's historic Old Town, lined with bars, restaurants, boutiques, and street performers. Dating back centuries as a merchant street, today it is the city's most vibrant nightlife and cultural hub. Best visited in the evening when the street is lively and well-lit. Connects Piața Unirii with Calea Victoriei.

Intimate cocktail bar and club popular with the international crowd in Old Town. Creative cocktail menu, rotating DJs playing house and electronic music, and a relaxed speakeasy-style interior. One of the most consistently popular nightlife venues for expats and tourists in Bucharest.

Historic 1896 theater building, a listed architectural monument.