Cotroceni
Bucharest





Popular places to visit

National Museum Cotroceni
You can browse the exhibits at National Museum Cotroceni, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Bucharest. Discover the area's museums and churches.

Palace of the Parliament
Wander through the extravagant and pompous rooms of this monstrous palace, which stands as a stark reminder of Romania’s troublesome communist years.

Piata Unirii
Find out about the history of Bucharest with a stop at Piata Unirii. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Romanian Athenaeum
Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.

Piata Romana
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you spend time at Piata Romana. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

University Square
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to University Square. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

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From Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles & Brasov Full-Day Trip

Explore Transylvania: Day Trip to Peles, Dracula's Castle & Brasov

Full-Day Excursion to Bulgaria from Bucharest

Small-Group Day Trip to Dracula's Castle, Brasov and Peles Castle
Top hotels in Cotroceni

Continental Forum Bucuresti Palatul Parlamentului
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

RIN Airport
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025

Peakture Hotel Bucharest
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

Novotel Bucharest City Centre
Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest by IHG
Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cotroceni

Gara de Nord
While Gara de Nord isn't home to many top sights, Victoria Square and Museum of the Romanian Peasant are some notable places to visit nearby.

Lipscani
Travelers come to Lipscani for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Curtea Veche and National History Museum of Romania while you're in town.

Bucharest Old Town
Unique features of Bucharest Old Town include the historic sites and cafes. Make a stop by Curtea Veche or University Square while you're exploring the area.

Bucharest City-Centre
Museums, historic sites, and art galleries are just a few things travelers like about Bucharest City-Centre. Sights like Central University Library and Revolution Square are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Bucharest area at University Station.

Dorobanți
While Dorobanți isn't home to many top sights, Museum of the Romanian Peasant and Victoria Square are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sector 5
Sector 5 is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Casino at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel or Romanian National Opera.