Timpuri Noi and Unirii sit around the vast Piata Unirii, close to the Palace of Parliament, with wide boulevards and strong transit links. The area tends to offer more affordable options and easy connections, suiting budget-conscious visitors who still want to be near the centre.
Piata Unirii is a large open square with fountains, bordering the Old Town to the north and the monumental boulevard leading to the Palace of Parliament to the west. Timpuri Noi just to the east is a redeveloping district with newer buildings; the feel is more open and traffic-heavy than the intimate historic lanes.
Getting around
Unirii is a major metro interchange, and the Old Town and Palace of Parliament are within walking distance. Airport-bound metro and bus connections make Otopeni (OTP) easy to reach without a car.
Before you book this area
- Vibe
- Big-boulevard, transit-oriented and practical rather than picturesque.
- Budget
- Often more affordable than the Old Town while staying close to it.
- Watch out for
- Wide roads and open squares mean more walking across traffic than in the cosy centre.
Frequently asked
Can I walk to the Palace of Parliament from here?
Yes, it's a straightforward walk west along the grand boulevard from Piata Unirii.
Is it well connected for getting around?
Very much so, as Unirii is one of the city's main metro interchanges with fast links across Bucharest.
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