Băneasa
Bucharest
Popular places to visit
Palace of the Parliament
Wander through the extravagant and pompous rooms of this monstrous palace, which stands as a stark reminder of Romania’s troublesome communist years.
Piata Romana
Find out about the history of Bucharest with a stop at Piata Romana. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Piata Unirii
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to Piata Unirii. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Romanian Athenaeum
Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.
University Square
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to University Square. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Herastrau Park
Spend some time at this attractive urban park, which has an adventure playground, aquarium, boating lake, open-air museum, restaurants and walking trails.
Things to do
Bucharest: Top Gear Road - Transfăgărășan Highway Day Trip
Bucharest: Dracula Castle, Peles Castle & Brasov Old Town
Hidden Bucharest: Secrets of the Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Bucharest: Communism and History Guided City Walking Tour
Bucharest: Dracula's Castle, Peles Castle, & Brasov Old Town
Top hotels in Băneasa
Phoenicia Grand Hotel
Great gym, SPA and breakfast!
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
Outstanding in every way.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Novotel Bucharest City Centre
Room layout is strange. Toilet toom has no sink, need to go around to the shower room. Closet is extremely narrow.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
RIN Airport
This is a good hotel, especially for travelers needing easy access to the airport. The staff are very helpful and welcoming, and the rooms are clean and comfortable. One of the biggest advantages is the convenience — the hotel offers a shuttle bus that runs every hour, making airport transfers simple ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
PeakTure Hotel Bucharest
The room was very clean and tidy, and decorated in a modern style. We were on the top floor and had a nice view of the Old Town. There was a wide choice of food available at the breakfast buffet each morning to cater for all tastes and the staff were very friendly and helpful. The location of the ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Friendly staff, great location and would highly recommend
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Băneasa
Herăstrău
While visiting Herăstrău, you might make a stop by sights like Village Museum and Miramagica Park.
Aviației
Though Aviației may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Promenada and Triumphal Arch.
Kiseleff
Kiseleff is noteworthy for its lake views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Arcul de Triumf and Triumphal Arch.
Sector 1
If you're spending time in Sector 1, you might enjoy attractions like Club Oasis Sport & Leisure and RomExpo. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Străulești Station to see more of the city.
Bucureştii Noi
Even though there aren't top sights in Bucureştii Noi, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Colosseum Mall. Jump on the metro at Străulești Station to see more of the city.
Pipera
Restaurants and shopping are just a few things travellers like about Pipera. A stop by Bucharest Zoo is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
