Bucharest Bucuresti, Romania Travel Guide
Navigation, public transport routes. Download offline maps.
Ride-sharing for transparent taxi services.
Official Bucharest Metro app for departure/arrival times and routes.
Official app for surface public transport (buses, trams).
Overcome language barriers. Download Romanian pack.
The official Romanian tourism site.
A helpful local guide with events, attractions, and practical tips.
A tourist information portal with various resources.
Official visa and entry information.
National railway company website for train schedules and tickets.
Lonely Planet Romania & Moldova, Bradt Guide Romania (in-depth cultural information).
Available at tourist information centers, bookstores, or often at hotels.
"The Land of the Lost" by Herta Müller, "Bucharest: A Cultural History" by Ruxandra Beldiman, "A Brief History of Romania" by Keith Hitchins, "The Balkan Trilogy" by Olivia Manning.
Flights, accommodation, Palace of the Parliament tour, popular day trips to Bran Castle, Peleș Castle, or Brașov all benefit from advance booking.
Read Romanian history (20th century, 1989 Revolution), familiarize yourself with local customs and etiquette, and research common local scams to avoid them.
Notify contacts, arrange mail collection, secure your home, unplug electronics, and empty refrigerators of perishable food.
Always secure personal belongings and remain aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded areas. For any emergency, dial 112.
Have your passport and any visa ready.
Proceed to the baggage claim area to collect your luggage.
Activate your local SIM card or ensure mobile phone roaming is functioning.
Locate your accommodation using navigation apps or a map.
Familiarize yourself with the immediate neighborhood around your stay.
Purchase a public transport card/pass, helpful for getting around.
Withdraw local currency (RON) from an ATM or exchange money at an official office. Obtain small denominations for initial purchases.
Purchase essential items like bottled water and snacks, especially upon a late arrival.
Be aware of exchange rates and look at different options at banks or official currency exchange bureaus. Avoid exchanging money with unauthorized individuals.
Review all travel documents and when to gos for a smooth journey home.
Consider signing up for a VPN service like NordVPN for secure browsing during and after your trip.
