Experience in Bucharest, Romania by Corina

What is it like to live in Bucharest? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Overall, the city is very nice. I recommend it because you can find a lot of stuff to do, and living in Bucharest can be very cheap for a student coming from an euro currency country.

What is the student lifestyle like in Bucharest?

Students have a lot of fun. We have a lot of clubs, bars, and parties.

How much does it cost to live in Bucharest?

For a student, probably 500 euro a month, including rent.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Bucharest? Is there any advice you can give?

I don't really know, I had my student room reserved several months prior to my arrival.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

The food is very good and tasty. There are a lot of traditional dishes. I reccomend Sarmale.

What places would you recommend visiting in Bucharest?

Antipa Museum, Planetary, People's Palace, Mogosoaia Palace, and a lot more.

Is it good to eat out in Bucharest? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

I usually cook my own food, but if you want to find something really good just go to Lipscani Street. There are a lot of restaurants there, I'm sure you'll find what you need.

Is the nightlife good in Bucharest? Where is good to go?

Again, Lipscani street is the best. There you have a lot of hot spots you can try, even if you're looking for dancing or a quiet peaceful night out with your friends in a bar.

What advice would you give future students heading to Bucharest?

Just try to experience everything good that Bucharest has to offer. You won't be sorry!