Cheap Flights from Singapore to Bucharest

Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania; it is also its cultural, financial and industrial centre of the country. It is located on the banks of River Dambovita. The city was first mentioned in documents in 1459 and became the capital of Romania in 1862. The architecture of the city is a mix of Neo-classical, Art Nouveau, Bauhaus, art deco, communist-era and modern, making it a perfect mix of new and old.  It was once referred to as “Paris of the East” because of its elegant architecture and sophistication. Today it is the fastest-growing city of Europe. Even though many parts of the city was destroyed due to wars and earthquake it still has a lot of things to things to offer. Tourists visit the city every year to enjoy the amalgamation of old and new it the city.   

Tip: Euro is not accepted in Bucharest you will have to use the local currency called Lei or Ron.

Getting There

Henri Coanda International Airport is an international airport catering to Bucharest and surrounding towns and cities. It is the busiest international airport in Romania. It is named after Henri Coanda who was a flight pioneer in Romania. At present, there are no direct flights to Bucharest from Singapore.  There are many connecting Singapore to Bucharest flights that you can book. Depending on the layover and waiting time the approximate duration of flights from Singapore to Bucharest can be 14 hours or more. Lufthansa Airways & KLM Airlines are the most preferred airlines to book in this route.

Tip: Bucharest is a popular tourist destination you may not get tickets if you wait to book just before your travel date.

What to See 

Bucharest is a historical city that has survived wars, earthquake and many more only to come out more beautiful. It has a lot of things to offer ensuring that your holiday will be beautiful and memorable. Visit the Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum that has more than 270 authentic historic buildings. Do not miss out on the Parliamentary Palace is a beautiful building housing the parliament of the country. You cannot miss out on Romanian Athenaeum that is the home of the George Enescu Philharmonic Orchestra; this magnificent structure was completed in 1888 and restored in 1992. Visit the Romanian Peasant Museum that was first opened in 1906, it is a great place to learn about the folk history of the country. Herastrau Park is the largest park in Bucharest that has a beautiful pond and is a perfect place to go for a jog or run. The beautiful Stavropoleos Church is one of the finest buildings of Bucharest and has gorgeous façade and paintings. Visit the Romanian Patriarchal Cathedral that is a pilgrim destination on Palm Sunday. Some of the other places that you can visit include Lipscani (Old Town), National Museum of Art, 

Dealul Mitropoliei,  Revolution Square, Palatul Primăverii (Spring Palace) and Cismigiu Gardens

Tip: For an affordable night of Mozart, Hydn or Bach in the Athenaeum you can book tickets online in advance. 

Eat & Stay

Bucharest has many good restaurants that will appeal to your taste buds. You should go to North Bucharest where you will get a huge choice of gourmet restaurants and high-end restaurants to choose from. For budget and street food go towards Piata Uniri & Civic Center. You can enjoy a good nightlife in Boulevard Dacia which has amazing bars and pubs.

If the main purpose of your visit is site seeing then the best location will be Old Town & University Square, here you will get budget to high-end luxury hotels that you can select as per your budget. The other good areas to look for accommodation are Piata Romana & Boulevard Dacia.

Bucharest has some amazing shops and stores for shopping. Parcul Caro & Piata Libertatii has the best street shops and flea market.

Tip: Make sure that you get your hands on Romanian Wine to take back home.

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