A$3,000 | 10 days | from Sydney | Comfortable
Why you'll love it
Bucharest is Romania's capital, a city of grand boulevards, Belle Époque buildings and a buzzing old town. It scores 9 out of 10 for value, and 8 for culture and nightlife, so it's a strong pick for a European city break that's easy on the budget.
The best time to visit Bucharest is May to June or September, with warm days for parks and outdoor terraces. Summers can be hot, and winters are cold.
The Palace of the Parliament is one of the largest buildings in the world, and tours show its vast interiors. The Romanian Athenaeum is a beautiful concert hall. The old town around Lipscani street fills with bars and restaurants at night. Day trips run to Peleș Castle in the Carpathian mountains.
Bucharest suits budget travellers, groups of friends and culture seekers.
Your trip cost
For 10 days from Sydney