Bucharest's Hidden Charms 鈥� Things to Do, Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest is the first city that Harry and I were in disagreement about as a travel couple. He liked the energy of the Old Town, variety of restaurant options, and the historic architecture. But for me, I had difficulty enjoying the crowded streets, noisy traffic, and the party scene. In addition, it was hard to avoid the abundance of homeless men which were always doing nasty things like drinking while sitting in their own vomit, publicly urinating, and picking on their seeping leg wounds. I joked that maybe if I only looked up, maybe I鈥檇 like the city more. Maybe that鈥檚 why so many of my favorite activities took my feet off the ground.

Bucharest is a city where people flock for hen and stag parties, to hang out at packed bars or attend huge, summer concerts. During our stay, I kept feeling the urge to find a quiet corner that I could escape to, someplace that would change my mind about the city. I didn鈥檛 want to not like it here.

If you鈥檙e here for the party, you won鈥檛 have any trouble finding it. However, if you鈥檙e like me and want to have a more meaningful experience, this is how I鈥檇 recommend exploring the city. It was in these moments that I found myself having a fondness for the city. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: Bucharest's Hidden Charms 鈥� Things to Do
Guide Location: Romania » Bucharest
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Audrey Lesner
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:

The Palace of the Parliament
Arch of Triumph
Museum of the National Bank of Romania
Giradiko
Carturesti Carusel
Stavropoleos Monastery
Pura Vida Sky Bar
Verona Gr膬din膬 & Cafe

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