Bucharest, the Romanian capital, is a beautiful city. You have probably heard lots of things about Bucharest and if you travel for the first time in the Romanian capital here are some tips that will help you have a wonderful experience.
- If you visit Bucharest for the first time check its map and try to organize your small trip so that you can choose the perfect mean of transport.
- You can travel by car, by bus, by tram or you can use the subway which is the best solution if you want to avoid traffic. It is known that the drivers in Bucharest are not so disciplined, that is why you have to pay attention if you travel by your own car. This also applies if you use a bicycle. If you use the public mean of transport here you can find all the information you need.
- If you are tempted to take a cab, think twice. If you are for the first time in Bucharest and you do not know the city, the taxi driver might take you through another route and so it becomes more expensive. But, if you are in a hurry and you have to take a taxi, make sure there is an oval license on the door and the price is written on the front door. Make sure the counting machine starts immediately and remember the index number and to ask for the receipt.
- Bucharest is a safe city, safer than other European cities. Even though, sometimes you have to be careful. The beggars are not a problem, but the thieves are and they use to operate in the means of public transport, pickpocket being their favorite activity. That is why you should not keep your valuables in your pockets and try to be very careful if you see suspect persons.
- Never show or give your papers to strangers, only to police officers who have the obligation to wear the uniform and to show you the badge.
- Do not ever change money on the streets, with strangers. Always go to the bank!
- If you don’t feel safe, if someone is following you or if you see a crime, do not hesitate to use the emergency number 112 or go to a police officer.
- Choose the right type of accommodation in order to enjoy a comfortable stay. Short time accommodation in apartments or studio apartments is the best solution if you travel for business interests or if you are in a small family trip.