Cotroceni Travel Guide
Bucharest
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.
Romanian Athenaeum
Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.
University Square
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to University Square. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Piata Romana
Find out about the history of Bucharest with a stop at Piata Romana. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Piata Unirii
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to Piata Unirii. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Bucharest Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Bucharest Mall during your trip to Bucharest. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Things to do
Explore Transylvania: Day Trip to Peles, Dracula's Castle & Brasov
Full-Day Excursion to Bulgaria from Bucharest
Bucharest: Communism and History Guided City Walking Tour
Explore Bucharest Step by Step With A Local Guide
Top hotels in Cotroceni
Continental Forum Bucuresti Palatul Parlamentului
Lovely hotel to explore from with fabulous views from our family room
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Airport
Clean room, polite helpful staff greay rainfall shower and good breakfast
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
clean and spacious room, nice amenities. attentive helpful staff, including room service. gave my sister a birthday treat and left a small bottle of prosecco and three deserts gave us complimentary late check out- excellent breakfast spread tasty food and plenty of options good option of restaurants ...
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Park Inn by Radisson Bucharest Hotel & Residence
Need a good clean
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
Great hotel and highly recommended. The location is perfect for exploring the old town area of Bucharest, lovely views from our room (king room) overlooking the Dome building opposite.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Lovely hotel
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cotroceni
Gara de Nord
While Gara de Nord may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Victoria Square and Museum of the Romanian Peasant.
Bucharest City-Centre
Museums, historical sites and art galleries are just a few things travellers 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.
Lipscani
Lipscani 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 National History Museum of Romania or Curtea Veche.
Bucharest Old Town
Unique features of Bucharest Old Town include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Bucharest Museum or Curtea Veche while you're exploring the area.
Sector 5
Sector 5 is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Casino at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel and Cotroceni Palace while you're in town.
Militari
Even though there aren't top sights in Militari, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Terra Park. Jump on the metro at Lujerului to see more of the city.
