Further Distractions
Herastrau Park
In the early 19th century, the high society of Bucharest made their promenades along the willowed embankments of Herestrau Lake. A few decades later, the entire surrounds were designated a city park. Shades of pink, yellow and red roses greet visitors to this park and, in a small conservatory, freshly picked flowers are arranged daily in the Romanian style. Arched bridges lead to an island and the other side of the park, where there is a bar, restaurant, sports complex and rowing boats for hire. There is also a ferry across the lake and, next to the Village Museum (see Key Attractions), a fun-park with rollercoasters and carousels. However, the area surrounding the park holds even greater treasures. The streets between Bulevardul Mircea Eliade and Soseaua Kisileff contain extraordinarily beautiful houses – from 19th-century neo-classical to 20th-century Art Nouveau – and modern luxury villas with ivy-covered balconies and exquisite stone carving. This is where Bucharest’s elite once lived – and still do today.
Soseaua Kiseleff 32
Transport: Metro Aviatorilor; bus 105, 131, 205, 261, 301, 304, 330, 331, 335, 444, 448 or 783 (express).
Opening hours: Daily 24 hours.
Admission: Free.
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