Address: Piaţa Arcul de Triumf
The Triumphal Arch was first built in wood in 1922 to commemorate the National Union, and was later replaced by the present stone version, designed by the architect Petre Antonescu in 1935. Today the monument is a symbol of Bucharest and one of the city’s main attractions.
Address: 19 Arthur Verona St.
The house in which one of the most important architects in Romania lived between 1890 and 1912 is now an important tourist attraction. The house is used as the headquarters of the National Association of Architects , which set up the “Ion Mincu Memorial” on site, which is open to visitors.
Address: 9 Alexandru Lahovary St.
The building, which is also a restaurant, is used today as a conference centre by the National Academy, and to host different cultural events.
Address: 151 Calea Victoriei St.
Built at the end of the 19th century, Cesianu House used to house the German delegation, which arrived in 1880, after Germany recognized Romania’s independence. The building later became the Comic Theatre “Constantin Tanase” but lost its glory after 1990.
Address: 133 Calea Victoriei St.
Situated near Cismigiu Gardens, Vernescu House was built in 1821 by a rich Romanian nobleman, Filip Lens, and restored in 1993, the building represents an architectural jewel. Today it houses a five-star restaurant. The name ‘Vernescu,’ was given to the house in 1887 when it belonged to Guta Vernescu, an important political figure of the time who set the basis of the Romanian Liberal Party.
Address: 19 Biserica Amzei St.
The first woman ever to ride a bike on Bucharest’s streets, Mita Biciclista, lived in this 20th century house. It is said to have been a gift from King Ferdinand I to this woman who was rumoured to have been his mistress.
Address: 249 Calea Serban Voda St.
The biggest and best-known cemetery in Romania was founded in 1858 and is without a doubt a very special resting place: buried here are many notable Romanian writers, political figures, soldiers and artists. It is decorated with beautiful sculptures and monuments made by famous artists of the time that give the impression of walking through an open-air museum.
Address: 1 Gara de Nord Square
Bucharest’s Main Train Station was officially opened in 1872 and was first called “Gara Targoviste” according to the old name of the street (now Calea Grivitei St.).
Address: 1 Gara Filaret Square
In 1869 the first train in Romania stopped at this station carrying passengers (peasants as well as noblemen) between Bucharest and Giurgiu. It was the first section of railway to be laid in Bucharest. After more than a century, in 1960, the railway was taken out, changing the train station into a bus station that is used today to link Bucharest to other cities.
Address: 133 Calea Calarasilor St.
The old market place is the work of Italian architect Giulio Magni and was finished in 1889. While in the beginning, it was a fish & meat market, after several renovations it became a supermarket that kept its initial architecture and structure.
Address: 62 Franceza St.
Hanul Lui Manuc, finished in 1808, belonged to a rich nobleman, called Manuc Bei, who transformed the building into one of the most well-known Inns of its time. Today the place hosts a restaurant and cafe that keep the memory of its glorious heyday alive.
Address: 26 Kisselef St.
Built by a young architect named Marcu, for Princess Elisabeta, the Palace was completed in 1936. It was within these palace walls that the king was forced in 1947 by the new communist party to sign his abdication. Today it is still the residence of the Royal Family, and is the permanent residence of Princess Margareta and Prince Radu.
Address: 3-5 Doamna Ghica St.
Situated in Plumbuita Park, this palace is a representative monument of neo-classical Italian architecture. Alexandru Ghica, a known nobleman of the time, built it in 1882. Since 1924, it has belonged to the state along with the park and lake that surrounds it. It is quite a wonderful place for getting away from the city’s hustle and bustle.
Address: 4 Carol 1 Blvd.
Built by the famous Swiss architect Louis Pierre Blanc, the palace was completed 1895. It is still used as the central headquarters of the Ministry of Agriculture.
Address: 13 Calea Victoriei St.
Built at the beginning of the 20th century by French architect Paul Gottereau in an authentic Renaissance style, the building is genuinely impressive, with its beautiful frontal glass and metal archway. Today, it houses a bank, although ideas of turning it into a museum are in the works. Whatever its function, the monument is a masterpiece of architecture and an emblem of the city.
