Top Bucharest Food & Drink

Experience the best of Romanian wine and cheese on a 3-hour gastronomy tour in Bucharest. En route to the wine bar, enjoy a guided tour of Old Town. Pause whenever you like to take photos in front of the city’s illuminated monuments.  Sample three distinct wines coupled with a complimentary cheese platter, while your guide explains Romanian cuisine and food culture. Leave with exclusive recommendations for local restaurants.

Taste your way through Bucharest’s most charming and unusual ‘mahallas,’ or neighborhoods, on a small-group food tour. Venture beyond crowded squares and Communist architecture to discover the Romanian capital’s quieter, Belle Époque quarters, where Old World elegance meets bohemian flair. Along the way, pop in to lively markets, specialty shops, and cafes to sample the best of artisan Romanian cuisine like goats-milk cheese, cured meat, homemade bread, craft beer, and Wallachian doughnuts.

Boasting over 6,000 years of viticulture, Romania is one of Europe’s oldest wine hubs. But most travelers overlook the region’s tastiest legacy. During this wine-tasting, you’ll discover Romania’s standout reds, rosés, and whites—all from the comfort of Bucharest. In an authentic winery, listen to legends of Romanian vineyards and the stories surrounding wine production. You’ll also have a chance to taste wines from around the world, with over 100 labels on the menu.

Immerse yourself in the culture of Romanian wine production on this full-day tour from Bucharest. Visit some of the country's best sellers, accompanied by a guide who provides engaging commentary as you tour. Round-trip transportation from Bucharest means no need to rent a car or decide who will be the sober driver. Wine tastings at each cellar are included, and you'll stop for lunch (own expense) at one of the area's best restaurants.

Chew and sip your way through the historical center of Bucharest on a 3-hour gastronomy walking tour. The tasty tour is perfect for travelers who want a comprehensive overview of Romanian cuisine. Begin at a popular food shop to taste Romanian sausage, bacon, cheese, jam, and more. Afterwards, stop at the Romana Market to sample bread, goat cheese, and other traditional dishes. Leave both locations with culinary gifts to take home.

This private combo tour in Bucharest pairs traditional Romanian culture and architecture with wine. Get a sense of country life right in the city at the open-air Village Museum, featuring faithful replicas of peasant houses, cabins, watermills, and more from all across the country. Then, get cozy at a historic manor and Bucharest’s oldest wine bar for a guided tasting of four Romanian wines served with local sausages and cheese.

Join in Bucharest’s thriving nightlife scene with a group pub crawl that takes you to four or five of Old Town's most exciting bars and clubs. Meet other travelers and and learn to party like a Romanian while a friendly guide handpicks the venues and arranges all the details to ensure a safe and memorable night out. Enjoy a welcome shot at each bar plus a few fun surprises along the way like karaoke or bar games, and capture every crazy moment with the help of your guide’s photography skills.

Set off for Transylvania from Bucharest during this guided tour that includes round-trip transport to Bran Castle and Peles Castle. Along with both optional castle visits, enjoy a walking tour of Brasov before your guide sets you free in the medieval town to enjoy some independent time.

Escape the urban bustle of Bucharest for the day to discover the legends and treasures of Transylvania. Wander through the Gothic chambers and turrets of Bran Castle, nicknamed ‘Dracula’s Castle’ thanks to its spooky atmosphere and ties to Vlad the Impaler, and then feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale on a tour of splendid Peles Castle, the former royal residence of Romanian kings. Finally, explore one of Transylvania’s most well-preserved medieval villages on a walking tour of Brasov.

Experience both the highlights and best kept secrets of Bucharest on a four-hour bike tour. A bike and helmet are conveniently included, as is a your guide.  Explore the city by bike and expand your discovery radius without getting worn out or feeling rushed. See the city’s top attractions, including the Parliament Palace, and lesser known points of interest, such as the Gypsy neighborhood.

Gain an intimate perspective of Bucharest’s haunted history and spooky sights on an evening tour of the city. Hear tales of vampires, ghosts, and mysteries as you explore hidden spots and major landmarks with your costumed guide, and be immersed in the city’s Gothic atmosphere as you stroll its most haunted streets after dark.

Trace the rise and fall of Communism in Romania on this walking tour of Bucharest. Learn how the Communist Party and the dictator Ceausescu seized power, controlled dissent and demolished huge swaths of the city to create distinctive architectural monuments. Visit political memorials and Communist-era landmarks to see how the regime and subsequent 1989 revolution have left a permanent mark on the city.

Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of Bucharest on this small-group tour to Ruse in northern Bulgaria, with hassle-free transfer from your hotel via air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the city’s top attractions, including the Rousse Museum of History and Sveta Troitsa Cathedral, and learn more about the region’s rich heritage from your professional guide.

Explore the remains of Dracula’s Castle on this small-group day trip from Bucharest. Meet your English-speaking guide in Bucharest, then travel by minibus to Transylvania. Admire the scenery beyond the window on the leisurely drive into the country, an ideal prelude to two of Romania’s most stunning castles, Peles Castle and Bran (Dracula’s) Castle. Hit the charming city of Brasov in south Transylvania. Please note that when Peles Castle is closed, you visit the Cantacuzino Palace instead.

Visit the two most famous castles in Romania on a day trip from Bucharest designed to showcase the best of Transylvania, with none of the hassle. Discover the Gothic legend of Vlad Dracul at Bran Castle, also known as “Dracula’s Castle,” and then follow in the footsteps of Romanian royalty at stunning Peles Castle, one of the best preserved in Europe. There's also free time to stroll and dine in the charming medieval village of Brasov.

Our driver will wait for you in Bucharest International Airport with your name written on an iPad in front of the flower shop. He will take your luggage and drive you safe to your destination in Bucharest.

Food is the ingredient that binds us together. We love food and people, so if you do too, this activity is perfect for you. You will have fun and feel comfortable, while meeting new people and a different culture. We will cook together 3 traditional Romanian dishes, using only local products and specific cooking techniques. You will discover Romanian culinary traditions and find out stories about Romanians, our lifestyle and preferences. We are 100% flexible in regards to food, meeting time and duration. Vegetarians or vegans are welcome.

Learn about Romania's ancient winemaking heritage with a private wine tasting at Bucharest’s oldest wine bar. Soak up the cozy atmosphere of the lounge tucked inside a 100-year-old manor while sampling four different wines from some of the country’s best producers, paired with hearty sausages and cheese. Private hotel pickup and drop-off is provided for a safe and stress-free tasting experience.

If you are looking for a very special restaurant for a unique moment in Romania, we propose you to visit Casa Timiș Restaurant near Ploiești. This is a former boyar's house, Surrounded by hills covered with vineyards. We will pick you up from your hotel from Bucharest and drive 50 miles, about one hour to Florica village. Here you will be impressed by location and you can have a wine tasting and dine. We will stay here about three hours after which we will drive back to Bucharest and leave you at your hotel or in the city.

Taste some of Romania's best wine directly from the source on a wine tour of the Prahova Valley. Visit historic estates and stroll through vineyards while learning about the wine-production process as you explore this fertile stretch that lies between Transylvania and Wallachia in the shadow of the Carpathian Mountains. Sample different varietals along with Romanian cuisine at a traditional manor house on this small-group tour through one of the country’s most scenic regions.

Skip the tourist traps and gain insight into Romania’s culinary culture on a street food tour of Bucharest. Try specialties including mint lemonade, zacusca, and local cheeses as you learn about the city’s dining trends and influences, and be immersed in the city’s vibrant atmosphere as you stroll its streets by foot.

Bucharest boasts both a modern bar culture and a far-reaching history, but appreciating both with limited time can be difficult. Get the best of both on an evening tour of the city and discover historic landmarks, as well as trendy craft beer outlets, throughout the city. Enjoy the more personalized experience of a small-group tour, and gain intimate insights and tips from your local guide as you explore the city by foot.

Enjoy a 20 km bike tour in one of the most famous and oldest wine-growing regions in Romania, the €ofTuscany of Romania€! Combine the beauty of wine tasting and experience local culture in a healthy and active way, on the bicycle!

This private day tour from Bucharest combines the mystery of a subterranean salt mine with the bubbling mud 'volcanoes' of Buzau County, topped off with some of Romania's best wine. Descend underground to explore the caverns of Unirea Salt Mine, Europe's second-largest salt mine, and then refresh with an optional optional wine tasting at Lacerta Winery. End the day with a look at the curious geothermal cones that spout mud and natural gases near the town of Berca.

Experience the best of Romanian wine and cheese on a 3-hour gastronomy tour in Bucharest. En route to the wine bar, enjoy a guided tour of Old Town. Pause whenever you like to take photos in front of the city’s illuminated monuments.  Sample three distinct wines coupled with a complimentary cheese platter, while your guide explains Romanian cuisine and food culture. Leave with exclusive recommendations for local restaurants.