Old Town 
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The Bucharest Old Town is the historic centre where Bucharest was founded on the banks of the Dambovita River, and dates back to the 14th century. It flourished in the 15th - 16th centuries, and was an established commercial center till the 19th century. Though it survived World War II, it fell into neglect during Nicolae Ceausescu's regime, and was renovated in the late 1990s. Walk around the area to see the Old Palace, Stavropoleos Church, and National History Museum.
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About Old Town
Strada Smârdan, București 030167, Romania
+40 786 055 287
Old Town and Nearby Attractions on Map
Nearby Attractions km / mile
Palace of the Patriarchate(0.9 km)
Great Synagogue(0.7 km)
Built in 1845-'47 by the Ashkenazi Polish-Jewish community, the Great Synagogue in Bucharest is one of the most important Jewish buildings in Romania.
Romanian Athenaeum(1.1 km)
The Romanian Athenaeum is a breathtaking 19th century concert hall in central Bucharest that is home to the George Enescu Philharmonic Orchestra.
Muzeul Național George Enescu(2.1 km)
The George Enescu Museum is dedicated to the life and work of renowned Romanian composer George Enescu.
Grigore Antipa Natural History National Museum(2.6 km)
The Grigore Antipa National Museum of Natural History houses a collection of over 2 million mineralogical, zoological and paleontological exhibits.
I.L. Caragiale National Theatre Museum(0.6 km)
The Ion Luca Caragiale National Theatre is one of the 4 national theatres of Romania, located in the capital city of Bucharest.
Antim Monastery(0.8 km)
The Antim Monastery houses the Metropolitan Antim Ivireanu Museum, which displays a collection of Brancoveanu artifacts, rare books, old prints, and exhibits on Bishop Antim Ivireanu who built the monastery.
Museum of the Municipality of Bucharest(0.4 km)
The Museum of the Municipality of Bucharest, housed in the Neo-Gothic Şuţu Palace, displays a miscellaneous collection which throws light on the history and culture of Romania.
30 Old Town Tickets and Tours in Bucharest
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Bucharest Old Town 2.5-Hour Private Walking TourBucharest Old Town 2.5-Hour Private Walking Tour
(26 reviews) 2.5 hour
$11
Discover the many faces of Bucharest on a 2.5-hour private walking tour. Explore the sight...
Discover the many faces of Bucharest on a 2.5-hour private walking tour. Explore...
Discover the many faces of Bucharest on a 2.5-hour private walking tour. Explore the sight...
Discover the many faces of Bucharest on a 2.5-hour private walking tour. Explore...
Bucharest Old Town Walking TourBucharest Old Town Walking Tour
(2 reviews) 3 hours
$24
Embark on this old town walking tour of Bucharest, stroll through it's magnificent old to...
Embark on this old town walking tour of Bucharest, stroll through it's magnific...
Embark on this old town walking tour of Bucharest, stroll through it's magnificent old to...
Embark on this old town walking tour of Bucharest, stroll through it's magnific...
Wine tasting in Bucharest Old town - bonus cheese platterWine tasting in Bucharest Old town - bonus cheese platter
(1 reviews) 3 hours
$47
Come to a three types of wine tasting in the Old Town. You will also serve from a mix...
Come to a three types of wine tasting in the Old Town. You will also serve ...
Come to a three types of wine tasting in the Old Town. You will also serve from a mix...
Come to a three types of wine tasting in the Old Town. You will also serve ...
The Castles and Old Towns of Transylvania 2-Day from BucharestThe Castles and Old Towns of Transylvania 2-Day from Bucharest
(1 reviews) 2 days - 1 night
$241
Discover one of the most beautiful areas of Romania. Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia former R...
Discover one of the most beautiful areas of Romania. Visit Peles Castle in Sinai...
Discover one of the most beautiful areas of Romania. Visit Peles Castle in Sinaia former R...
Discover one of the most beautiful areas of Romania. Visit Peles Castle in Sinai...
Private Tour from Pitesti to Sighisoara and The Old Town of SibiuPrivate Tour from Pitesti to Sighisoara and The Old Town of Sibiu
Flexible
$113
Private Tour from Pitesti to Sighisoara then back at Pitesti. The best well preserved...
Private Tour from Pitesti to Sighisoara then back at Pitesti. The best well...
Private Tour from Pitesti to Sighisoara then back at Pitesti. The best well preserved...
Private Tour from Pitesti to Sighisoara then back at Pitesti. The best well...
Wine Tasting Tour of Bucharest Old TownWine Tasting Tour of Bucharest Old Town
3 minute
$41
Come to a three-wine tasting in the Old Town. You will also be served from a mixed platter...
Come to a three-wine tasting in the Old Town. You will also be served from a mix...
Come to a three-wine tasting in the Old Town. You will also be served from a mixed platter...
Come to a three-wine tasting in the Old Town. You will also be served from a mix...
Bucharest Old Town Visit with one Lemonade IncludedBucharest Old Town Visit with one Lemonade Included
3 hours
$42
Walking tour in the old center of Bucharest among his special buildings and historical mo...
Walking tour in the old center of Bucharest among his special buildings and his...
Walking tour in the old center of Bucharest among his special buildings and historical mo...
Walking tour in the old center of Bucharest among his special buildings and his...
Visit Old Town – One Lemonade IncludedVisit Old Town – One Lemonade Included
3 hour
$49
Walking tour in the old center of Bucharest among his special buildings and historical mon...
Walking tour in the old center of Bucharest among his special buildings and hist...
Walking tour in the old center of Bucharest among his special buildings and historical mon...
Walking tour in the old center of Bucharest among his special buildings and hist...
Two Famous Castles - Private TourTwo Famous Castles - Private Tour
(13 reviews) 1 day
$97
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...mpressive Peles Castle and the medieval Old Town of Brasov. Pick-up and drop off to you...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...mpressive Peles Castle and the medieval Old Town of Brasov. Pick-up and drop ...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...mpressive Peles Castle and the medieval Old Town of Brasov. Pick-up and drop off to you...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...mpressive Peles Castle and the medieval Old Town of Brasov. Pick-up and drop ...
Bucharest: City walk sightseeing attractions (German)Bucharest: City walk sightseeing attractions (German)
(7 reviews) 4 hour
$67
...Bucharest walk, with its Old Town and numerous attractions. Visit the Parliament Palace...
...Bucharest walk, with its Old Town and numerous attractions. Visit the Parliam...
...Bucharest walk, with its Old Town and numerous attractions. Visit the Parliament Palace...
...Bucharest walk, with its Old Town and numerous attractions. Visit the Parliam...
Bucharest Bar CrawlBucharest Bar Crawl
(2 reviews) 4 hours
$30
...u away from the touristy areas like the Old Town, and throws you in the middle of the...
...u away from the touristy areas like the Old Town, and throws you in the mid...
...u away from the touristy areas like the Old Town, and throws you in the middle of the...
...u away from the touristy areas like the Old Town, and throws you in the mid...
Private Guided Tour of Peles Castle and Bran Castle from BucharestPrivate Guided Tour of Peles Castle and Bran Castle from Bucharest
(1 reviews) 12 hours
$120
...ula`s) Castle as well as a visit to the Old Town of Brasov, located in Transylvania at ...
...ula`s) Castle as well as a visit to the Old Town of Brasov, located in Transy...
...ula`s) Castle as well as a visit to the Old Town of Brasov, located in Transylvania at ...
...ula`s) Castle as well as a visit to the Old Town of Brasov, located in Transy...
Three Castles in Transylvania Private Day Trip from BucharestThree Castles in Transylvania Private Day Trip from Bucharest
(1 reviews) 14 hours
$168
...sov in one day. Then take a walk in the Old Town of Brasov where you will hear legends ...
...sov in one day. Then take a walk in the Old Town of Brasov where you will hea...
...sov in one day. Then take a walk in the Old Town of Brasov where you will hear legends ...
...sov in one day. Then take a walk in the Old Town of Brasov where you will hea...
Private Walking Tour of BucharestPrivate Walking Tour of Bucharest
3 hours
$30
...est. Follow a private guide through the Old Town and the Lipscani district — once a b...
...est. Follow a private guide through the Old Town and the Lipscani district ...
...est. Follow a private guide through the Old Town and the Lipscani district — once a b...
...est. Follow a private guide through the Old Town and the Lipscani district ...
Bucharest in One Day TourBucharest in One Day Tour
8 hour
$130
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...After leaving the Paliament walk to the Old Town. Admire one of the very few old inns o...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...After leaving the Paliament walk to the Old Town. Admire one of the very few ...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...After leaving the Paliament walk to the Old Town. Admire one of the very few old inns o...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...After leaving the Paliament walk to the Old Town. Admire one of the very few ...
Private Day Trip to Sibiu from BucharestPrivate Day Trip to Sibiu from Bucharest
14 hour
$167
.... Take a walking tour in the impressive Old Town and take a trip back in time in Sibiel...
.... Take a walking tour in the impressive Old Town and take a trip back in time...
.... Take a walking tour in the impressive Old Town and take a trip back in time in Sibiel...
.... Take a walking tour in the impressive Old Town and take a trip back in time...
Medieval City of Sibiu - 2 Day Private TourMedieval City of Sibiu - 2 Day Private Tour
2 days - 1 Night
$205
...Discover the old town of Sibiu one of Romanias most important cultural centres in this ...
...Discover the old town of Sibiu one of Romanias most important cultural centre...
...Discover the old town of Sibiu one of Romanias most important cultural centres in this ...
...Discover the old town of Sibiu one of Romanias most important cultural centre...
Historic Bucharest Walking TourHistoric Bucharest Walking Tour
3 hour
$27
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...g the Calea Victoriei and exploring the Old Town, the former merchants' quarter.
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...g the Calea Victoriei and exploring the Old Town, the former merchants' quart...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...g the Calea Victoriei and exploring the Old Town, the former merchants' quarter.
Mobile Voucher Accepted
...g the Calea Victoriei and exploring the Old Town, the former merchants' quart...
4 Nights Bucharest City Tour4 Nights Bucharest City Tour
5 days
$909
...u Park and Herastrau Park.Clubbing? The Old Town is open until the last client decides ...
...u Park and Herastrau Park.Clubbing? The Old Town is open until the last clien...
...u Park and Herastrau Park.Clubbing? The Old Town is open until the last client decides ...
...u Park and Herastrau Park.Clubbing? The Old Town is open until the last clien...
Private Bucharest Walking TourPrivate Bucharest Walking Tour
3 hours
$47
Mobile Voucher Accepted
..., the University Square and the revived Old Town of Bucharest.
Mobile Voucher Accepted
..., the University Square and the revived Old Town of Bucharest.
Mobile Voucher Accepted
..., the University Square and the revived Old Town of Bucharest.
Mobile Voucher Accepted
..., the University Square and the revived Old Town of Bucharest.
Bucharest in One Day Sightseeing TourBucharest in One Day Sightseeing Tour
8 hours
$87
Mobile Voucher Accepted
... Romania.Enjoy a walk through the Old Town, where you have plenty of opportunities for ...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
... Romania.Enjoy a walk through the Old Town, where you have plenty of opportun...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
... Romania.Enjoy a walk through the Old Town, where you have plenty of opportunities for ...
Mobile Voucher Accepted
... Romania.Enjoy a walk through the Old Town, where you have plenty of opportun...