Calea Victoriei, Bucharest

Name: Calea Victoriei
Address: Bucharest, Romania

#137 among attractions in Bucharest

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Calea Victoriei is a major avenue in central Bucharest. Situated in Sector 1, and having a length of 2.7 kilometres, it leads from Splaiul Independenței to the north and then northwest up to Piața Victoriei, where Șoseaua Kiseleff continues north. ()

Alternative names: Length: 8858 ftCoordinates: 44°26'34"N, 26°5'37"E

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Sector 1 (Piata Romana)Bucharest Romania

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Calea Victoriei – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bulevardul Magheru, National Museum of Art of Romania, Ateneul Roman, Cișmigiu Gardens.

~1330 ftE
Street, Shopping district, Shopping
Bulevardul Magheru, Bucharest
7 min walk • Bulevardul Magheru, a bustling artery in the heart of Bucharest, Romania, stands as a testament to the city's vibrant shopping and cultural scene. This prominent thoroughfare is one of the capital's main shopping districts, lined with a diverse array of stores ranging...
~1310 ftSE
Artworks from Romania, Europe and Asia
National Museum of Art of Romania, Bucharest
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bucharest, the National Museum of Art of Romania stands as a beacon of cultural heritage and artistic excellence. Housed within the neoclassical edifice of the former Royal Palace, this premier institution is a treasure trove of Romanian...
~1150 ftSE
Neoclassical concert hall dating to 1888
Ateneul Roman, Bucharest
6 min walk • The Ateneul Roman, or Romanian Athenaeum, stands as a beacon of culture in the heart of Bucharest, Romania. This prestigious concert hall, renowned for its exquisite acoustics and rich history, has been the centerpiece of the Romanian capital's music scene since its...
0.4 miS
Park
Cișmigiu Gardens, Bucharest
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bucharest, Cișmigiu Gardens is a verdant oasis that offers city dwellers and tourists alike a tranquil retreat from the bustling urban environment. Established in 1847 and spanning over 17 hectares, this picturesque park is the oldest public...
~1940 ftSE
Brick Orthodox church built in the 1720s
Kretzulescu Church, Bucharest
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bucharest, the Kretzulescu Church stands as a beacon of Romanian spirituality and architectural grace. This Eastern Orthodox church, a historical and cultural landmark, was commissioned by the Wallachian nobleman Iordache Crețulescu and his...
0.4 miN
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Observatory, Bucharest
11 min walk • The Bucharest Observatory stands as a beacon of scientific curiosity and educational excellence in the heart of Romania's vibrant capital. This museum, dedicated to the wonders of astronomy, offers visitors a chance to delve into the celestial mysteries and understand...
~1390 ftSE
Palace, Paul Gottereau
Royal Palace of Bucharest, Bucharest
7 min walk • The Royal Palace of Bucharest, situated in the heart of Romania's vibrant capital, stands as a testament to the country's regal heritage and architectural grandeur. This historic edifice, once the home of Romanian royalty, now serves as the National Museum of Art of...
~880 ftNW
Museum, Art Nouveau architecture, Baroque architecture
Cantacuzino Palace, Bucharest
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bucharest, the Cantacuzino Palace stands as a testament to the city's architectural opulence and cultural heritage. This grand edifice, now functioning as a museum, was once the private residence of the affluent Cantacuzino family, with its...
~1850 ftSE
Square
Revolution Square, Bucharest
9 min walk • Revolution Square is a square in central Bucharest, on Calea Victoriei. Known as Palace Square until 1989, it was renamed after the Romanian Revolution of December 1989.
0.4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Cișmigiu, Bucharest
11 min walk • Lake Cișmigiu is a lake in the center of Bucharest, Sector 1, in Cișmigiu Gardens. The lake has a surface of 29.500 m², a length of 1.3 km, a width of 50 meters and a depth of 1–2 meters. During winter the lake is dried artificially and a skate park is organized on the lake bed.
~1500 ftSE
Monuments and statues
Equestrian statue of Carol I, Bucharest
8 min walk • The equestrian statue of Carol I is a monument in Romania, situated in the central zone of Bucharest, on Calea Victoriei. The massive statue, cast in bronze, represents Carol I of Romania, the first King of Romania, mounted on his horse.

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Which popular attractions are close to Calea Victoriei?

Nearby attractions include Biserica Ortodoxă „Albă”, Bucharest (3 min walk), Saint Joseph Cathedral, Bucharest (3 min walk), Museum of Art Collections, Bucharest (5 min walk), Cantacuzino Palace, Bucharest (5 min walk).

How to get to Calea Victoriei by public transport?

The nearest stations to Calea Victoriei:

Bus

Calea Griviței • Lines: 361 (3 min walk)
Luterană • Lines: 368 (5 min walk)

Metro

Piața Romană • Lines: M2 (7 min walk)
Universitate • Lines: M2 (18 min walk)

Trolleybus

Piața Romană • Lines: 79, 86 (9 min walk)
Sfinții Voievozi • Lines: 65, 97 (11 min walk)

Tram

Cișmigiu • Lines: 24, 44 (13 min walk)
Ostașilor • Lines: 24, 44 (15 min walk)

Train

Bucharest Gara de Nord (25 min walk)