{"id":1091,"date":"2024-07-20T12:31:31","date_gmt":"2024-07-20T16:31:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/?p=1091"},"modified":"2024-08-04T18:24:04","modified_gmt":"2024-08-04T22:24:04","slug":"your-bucharest-romania-travel-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/your-bucharest-romania-travel-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Bucharest, Romania Travel Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00120-1-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1099\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00120-1-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00120-1-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00120-1-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00120-1-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00120-1-2048x1366.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bucharest is a place of contrast. Its stately architecture tells a story of communist rule in both its glory and downfall. Beautiful neoclassical buildings stand next to dilapidated modernist apartment buildings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00320.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1068\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Romania was never formally a part of the Soviet Union, like many of its neighbors, it\u2019s still just getting its footing in the 21st century. We aren\u2019t going to sit here and pretend that Bucharest is a bucket list destination. I found myself in Bucharest on a work trip. But for whatever reason you find you\u2019re in this Eastern European capital, this guide will make it worth your while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00271.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1071\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Bucharest gets the name \u201clittle Paris\u201d because you\u2019ll find the same Haussmann-style buildings and apartments with black mansard roofs as in Paris. Ok, enough talk about architecture, a walk around Bucharest will show you the charming mix-matched buildings I\u2019m referring to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>But, first brunch<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00332.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1066\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Before exploring the city, grab a bite to eat at Bread and Butter on Calea Victoreie. Bread and Butter is a cute cafe that serves delicious brunch dishes and specialty drinks. Try the Turkish eggs and choose one of their fun drinks (like the lavender lemonade pictured here) from their menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Take yourself on a walking tour of Bucharest<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00268-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00268-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00268-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00268-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00268-1025x1536.jpeg 1025w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00268-1366x2048.jpeg 1366w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00268-scaled.jpeg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A stroll down Calea Victoreie will introduce you to the majority of Bucharest\u2019s major landmarks. Along the way, you\u2019ll find government buildings, parks, bars, and more. <a href=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/bucharest-romania-self-guided-walking-tour\/\">Read this guide for a detailed walking tour that will take you all around the city center.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stop for a sweet treat at Velocita<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"690\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1024x690.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1072\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1024x690.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-300x202.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-768x518.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1536x1035.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-2048x1380.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Calea Victorieie is home to many restaurants, bars, and gelato shops. <strong>Velocita<\/strong> serves a bunch of delicious gelato flavors. When you walk in, you\u2019ll pay for your gelato first, then pick your flavor. Pictured here is pistachio gelato.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Enjoy a traditional Romanian dinner at <em>Caru\u2019 cu bere<\/em><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00243-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00243-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00243-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00243-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00243-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For over 140 years, <strong>Caru\u2019 cu bere<\/strong> has been a fixture in Bucharest\u2019s Old Town. It started as just a beer hall and now serves a range of delicious Romanian dishes. <strong>Caru\u2019 cu bere<\/strong> is best known for its architecture and old-world interior, so try to get a table inside. It\u2019s a big space so you can easily walk in.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00230-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1077\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00230-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00230-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00230-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00230-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00230-2048x1366.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>What is Romanian food? It\u2019s a lot of pork and polenta, which seems like it would be too heavy but it\u2019s not. Try the mixed minced meat rolled in cabbage, known as s<em>armale, <\/em>or the veal schnitzel.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00240.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1079\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For dessert, you have to try <em>papana\u0219i<\/em>. It\u2019s like a doughnut with berry or cherry compote.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Other dinner spots<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Caju<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caju<\/strong> is an upscale yet laid-back Mediterranean restaurant behind the Romanian Athenaeum in the city center. Joseph Hadad, the chef and owner of <strong>Caju<\/strong>, owns multiple well-known restaurants in Bucharest. His restaurants are influenced by North African cuisine and serve a variety of Mediterranean dishes from hummus to risotto.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Le Dome<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"968\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-8-968x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1094\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-8-968x1024.jpeg 968w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-8-284x300.jpeg 284w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-8-768x813.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 968px) 100vw, 968px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s cut to the chase:<strong> Le Dome<\/strong> is a tourist trap, but a good tourist trap nonetheless. It has the vibes of a clubstraurant but loud music is something you\u2019ll find at many Romanian restaurants. (If it bothers you just ask to sit outside).<strong> Le Dome<\/strong> serves a variety of dishes with a focus on seafood and despite the gaudiness of the restaurant, the food is good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>After-dinner bar hopping<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>On Strada Ion Brezoianu is a collection of laid-back bars right outside of Old Town proper. Go bar hopping from spot to spot to be amongst locals. Here are two spots to stop at:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Noroom Taproom<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1-3-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1095\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1-3-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1-3-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1-3-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1-3-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1-3-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-1-3-500x375.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Noroom Taproom <\/strong>gets its name because there is quite literally no room to sit inside. It&#8217;s a tiny, no-frills craft beer bar with sidewalk seating. There are a few other brewery-like bars nearby if you can\u2019t snag a sidewalk seat. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>P\u00e2ine \u0219i Vin<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-10-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1097\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-10-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-10-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-10-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-10-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-10-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-10-500x375.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe it or not, Romania has some great wine. <strong>P\u00e2ine \u0219i Vin<\/strong> is a wine bar that serves plenty of Romanian wine plus pizza and light bites. If you like red wine try Feteasca Neagra, it\u2019s a dry yet smooth Romanian red wine.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Other places in Bucharest to check out&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The National Village Museum (Dimitrie Gusti)<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a taste of the Romanian countryside without leaving Bucharest, go to the National Village Museum. It\u2019s an open-air museum in King Mihai I Park where houses and buildings from the Romanian countryside have been relocated and are on display for visitors to see. It\u2019s about 6.60 USD for a ticket to the museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Obor Market<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit Obor Market, one of the oldest and most popular outdoor markets in Bucharest, to buy handmade goods, produce, and sweet treats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to stay<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00298-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1064\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00298-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00298-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00298-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00298-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00298-2048x1366.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The best place to stay as a tourist is in Old Town. It\u2019s very walkable and safe. I recommend staying at The Marmarousch. It\u2019s a historic building that was formerly an influential bank in the 1800s, making it very charming. Their breakfast buffet is exceptionally good.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00374-683x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1063\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00374-683x1024.jpeg 683w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00374-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00374-768x1151.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00374-1025x1536.jpeg 1025w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00374-1366x2048.jpeg 1366w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/DSC00374-scaled.jpeg 1708w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1096\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/FullSizeRender-4-1-500x375.jpeg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you don\u2019t stay in The Marmarousch, pay a visit to <strong>The Vault<\/strong>, a cocktail lounge in the building\u2019s former bank vault. (You\u2019ll want to make a reservation because it\u2019s table service only and fills up fast, even on weeknights).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Beyond Bucharest: Carpathian Mountains<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Outside of the capital city of Bucharest are the Carpathian Mountains. These mountains are home to the town of Transylvania, popularized by Dracula. If you have the time, definitely book a day tour from Bucharest or even stay in the mountains for a few days. Bra\u0219ov is a popular town to stay in out there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Currency<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Romania is one of the seven non-Eurozone members, meaning they don\u2019t use the Euro. Romania\u2019s currency is the Romanian Leu (abbreviated as RON). 10 USD is about 45 RON, making Romania very affordable for foreigners. Most places accept credit cards with the exception of American Express.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Language<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The official language of Romania is Romanian, but like any big city, many people speak English. Romanian is a Latin language so it sounds like Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. If you can read any Latin language you\u2019ll find it easy to decipher menus in Romanian.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Planning a trip to Romania? Drop your questions below in the comments!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More travel guides<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/bucharest-romania-self-guided-walking-tour\/\">Bucharest, Romania: Self-Guided Walking Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/the-ultimate-mexico-city-guide\/\">The Ultimate Mexico City Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/your-cape-cod-travel-guide\/\">Cape Cod Travel Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/maine-fall-travel-guide\/\">Maine Fall Travel Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thatplannerfriend.com\/staging\/3544\/the-weekender-new-orleans-guide\/\">The Weekender New Orleans Travel Guide<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bucharest is a place of contrast. 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