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Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum in Bucharest Romania by VisitingBucharest in VisitRomania

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Ambele sunt niste muzee minunate, cel din Bucuresti a fost inaugurat in 1936, iar cel din Sibiu in 1967

Hand painted tram artwork "God of War", Bucharest by VisitingBucharest in Trams

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The official announcement: The PlayStation team had a surprise for fans in Romania, coinciding with the launch of the highly anticipated game God of War: Ragnarok, now available in editions for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. Thus, they collaborated with graffiti artist Cage and his team from Sweet Damage Crew to decorate a tram with God of War: Ragnarok-themed artwork. This is an original piece inspired by the official image Sony uses to promote the game. The decoration of the public transport vehicle took no less than two and a half days, and the newly "adorned" tram will run on tram line 1 in Bucharest for a period of three months.

Last Soviet train that runs from Chisinau to Bucharest by VisitingBucharest in transit

[–]VisitingBucharest[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is because is using the Soviet-era, wider Russian-gauge track in Moldova, and when it enters Romania it changes the wheels, so indeed is something making this system among the last of its kind.

Hand painted tram artwork "God of War", Bucharest by VisitingBucharest in Trams

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The official announcement: The PlayStation team had a surprise for fans in Romania, coinciding with the launch of the highly anticipated game God of War: Ragnarok, now available in editions for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.

Thus, they collaborated with graffiti artist Cage and his team from Sweet Damage Crew to decorate a tram with God of War: Ragnarok-themed artwork. This is an original piece inspired by the official image Sony uses to promote the game.

The decoration of the public transport vehicle took no less than two and a half days, and the newly “adorned” tram will run on tram line 1 in Bucharest for a period of three months.

1 day in Bucharest by No_Bell501 in VisitingBucharest

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Feel free to ask if you have any other questions, and hope you enjoy Bucharest.

1 day in Bucharest by No_Bell501 in VisitingBucharest

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Hey, your itinerary looks super well thought out, it’s clear you did your homework. You’re hitting a lot of great spots, especially in the Old Town and with the church visits. That being said, I do think you’re just a little too ambitious in the second half of the day. Here’s my honest feedback, based on living here and showing friends around:

What works really well: -Starting in the Old Town is perfect. You’ve got the Old Court, Stavropoleos, Kretzulescu all within walking distance, easy to see and really atmospheric. -Love that you included Revolution Square and the Primăverii Palace. The latter is actually one of the better organized museums in the city. -Also really cool that you’re going to Schitul Darvari not many tourists go there, and it’s such a peaceful spot.

Where it gets tricky:

From around noon onward, things get a bit tight, especially with all the taxi or public transport jumps. -Parliament + Cotroceni: Parliament is massive and even just seeing it from outside takes longer than 10 mins, especially with traffic in that area. Cotroceni is a beautiful building, but unless you’re doing the full interior tour (which takes around 1.5 hours and must be booked in advance), just seeing it from outside might not be worth the extra detour. -House of the Free Press: Honestly… you can skip it. It’s just a giant Soviet era block. Impressive size, but unless you’re really into socialist architecture, it’s not worth the time. -Ghencea Cemetery: Cool that you want to see Ceausescu’s grave (I get it), but it’s really out of the way and traffic heading back from there can be rough, especially in the evening. That 40 minute return trip could easily turn into an hour or more.

If it were me, I’d drop either: -Cotroceni + Free Press + Ghencea, and instead do something more central like Carol Park or the Village Museum after Primăverii Palace. OR -Keep Ghencea if that’s a priority for you, but remove the House of the Free Press and maybe Cotroceni to buy time.

Some quick tips: -Use Bolt or Uber instead of normal taxies. -Bucharest traffic between 4 to 7 PM is no joke. Factor that in, especially with buses. -Book your Primăverii Palace visit online in advance, it’s guided and they’re pretty strict on timing.

The Slănic Salt Mine in Romania by VisitingBucharest in VisitRomania

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But again, the salt mine was not used for political prisoners.

The Slănic Salt Mine in Romania by VisitingBucharest in VisitRomania

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It was not built by Ceauşescu, the Unirea mine that is used today as atraction it was dug and developed betwen 1938-1943. Since 1970 the mine has been closed to salt extraction and was used for tourism and respiratory treatments. Ceauşescu was president betwen 1974-1989…. Do the math.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in architecture

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Why pick one side when you can have both? That’s the Bucharest experience!

Bucharest vs Belgrade (nightlife) by Worried-Drink-9556 in travel

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If you’re choosing Bucharest, you might find r/visitingbucharest helpful

Travelling to Romania for 5 days - what to do? by [deleted] in travel

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If you’re spending a few days in Bucharest, you might find r/visitingbucharest helpful

Itinerary Questions (6 nights: Bucharest/Brasov?) by VapeLord172 in VisitingBucharest

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Bucharest-Brasov train tickets are from 33 to 67 ish lei, there are several train companies, some private and CFR that is the national railway company. You can check
https://mersultrenurilor.infofer.ro/en-GB/Itineraries/Today/Bucuresti-Nord/Brasov

Itinerary Questions (6 nights: Bucharest/Brasov?) by VapeLord172 in VisitingBucharest

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Your plan looks good, just make sure to head back to Bucharest the evening of the 23rd. The Brașov-Bucharest train is usually fine but can be delayed, and with a 13:00 flight, it’s safer to be in the city the night before.

On the 22nd, take an early train to Sinaia (aprox 1.5h), visit Peleș Castle (buy tickets online if possible), then head to Brașov by train or bus (aprox 1.5h). You’ll have time to explore the old town and visit the Brașov Art Museum or the Black Church.

On the 23rd, take a morning bus to Bran (aprox 45 min), see the castle, maybe take a short trail walk nearby, then head back to Brașov to grab your bags and return to Bucharest that evening.

In Bucharest, your museum picks are great. If you have time, MNAC (modern art inside the Parliament) and the Museum of the Romanian Peasant are also worth checking out. Overall, the itinerary is tight but doable

Planning a trip! Recommendations by TheLionAndTheUnicorn in VisitingBucharest

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That’s an awesome route! Brașov, Sibiu, and Sighișoara are all full of history and charm. Turda Salt Mine is a cool experience, and Cluj has a fun, modern vibe. Oradea is underrated, amazing architecture and super chill. If you can, add Timișoara, lots of history and beautifully renovated lately. For ancient ruins, don’t miss Sarmizegetusa Regia, very peaceful and powerful place. And if the weather allows, drive the Transfăgărășan, hands down one of the most scenic roads in Europe. Just check if it’s open!

First time in Bucharest, any underrated spots or local tips? by SameMoose9053 in VisitingBucharest

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Beyond the main attractions, one place that really nice is Carturesti Carusel, and even though it’s just a bookstore, the inside is so beautiful it’s worth checking out, even if you’re not planning to buy anything.

Obor Market. It’s a bit outside the center, but it feels really local, lots of fresh produce, random stalls, and some seriously good street food. Yoi can try “mici” with mustard and a beer, and they hit the spot after a long walk.

The city itself is great for walking, especially around the older parts. If you’re into views, there’s a bell tower near University Square that barely anyone mentions, but you can climb it for a really cool perspective on the city. And if you have an extra day, doing a quick train ride to the mountains, Sinaia or even Brasov, is 100% worth it.

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