Gara de Nord Travel Guide
Bucharest
Visit Gara de Nord
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 when you take a trip to Piata Unirii. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
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.
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.
Cismigiu Garden
Discover a boating lake, children’s playground, flower gardens and sculpture park at this picturesque green space in Bucharest’s city center.
Things to do
Bucharest : Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle & Brasov Old Town
Hidden Bucharest: Secrets of the Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Therme Bucharest Entry Pass – Spa and Pools Access
Therme Bucharest Tickets and Water Theme Park
Relax and Fun at Thermal Spa Bucharest (Admission Ticket)
Top hotels in Gara de Nord
Hello Hotels Bucharest
Very clean and good value for money
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
MyContinental Bucuresti Gara de Nord
Convenient location, next to the subway station and 7 minutes walk from the Gard de Nord railway station. Friendly front desk. Everything good except weak water pressure in the shower.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Airport
JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
This is the only hotel I will stay at in Bucharest! I absolutely love staying there. Although the hotel itself is beautiful and everything is perfect, the best thing about this hotel is the staff! The staff are the most friendliest and accommodating group of people and they are the reason I continue ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
The hotel is beautiful, the room was clean and looked just like the photos. Excellent location with plenty of places to eat located around the hotel in the old town. We didnt get to use the spa or gym but on my next visit I will definitely check them out. The staff very nice, helpful, pleasant and ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Novotel Bucharest City Centre
Overall the room is good. The bathroom has a lot of leaks. The shower has leaks around the door. The both shower hands are leaking. The carpetting needs to be washed.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gara de Nord
Cotroceni
Cotroceni is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bucharest Botanical Garden and Cotroceni Palace.
Dorobanți
While Dorobanți may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum of the Romanian Peasant and Victoria Square.
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 Curtea Veche or National History Museum of Romania.
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.
Kiseleff
Kiseleff is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arcul de Triumf and Triumphal Arch.
