Things to do in Ilfov
Activities, attractions and tours





What to do in Ilfov
Popular places to visit

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.

Herastrau Park
Spend some time at this attractive urban park, which has an adventure playground, aquarium, boating lake, open-air museum, restaurants and walking trails.

Bucharest Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Bucharest Mall during your stay in Bucharest. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.

Cismigiu Garden
Discover a boating lake, children’s playground, flower gardens and sculpture park at this picturesque green space in Bucharest’s city center.

Romanian Patriarchal Cathedral
Decorated with a series of beautiful frescoes and icons, this 17th-century cathedral dominates an architecturally impressive complex of chapels and palaces.
Areas of Ilfov

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.

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

Sector 1
If you're spending time in Sector 1, you might enjoy attractions like RomExpo and House of the Free Press. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Străulești Station to see more of the city.

Lipscani
Wander the distinctive streets of Bucharest’s Old Town to discover historic landmarks. Relax at cozy cafés and party for hours at lively nightclubs.

Sector 3
Historic sites and restaurants are highlights of Sector 3. Make a stop by Bucharest Mall or Piata Unirii while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at University Station to get around town.

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.