Elisabeta Palace, Bucharest

Name: Elisabeta Palace
Address: 28 Șoseaua Pavel Dimitrievici Kiseleff, Bucharest, Romania

#14 among attractions in Bucharest

Palace, Art Nouveau architecture, Top attraction

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Elisabeta Palace, nestled in the bustling city of Bucharest, Romania, stands as an emblem of regal elegance and modern history. This stately palace, although not as ancient as other European royal residences, has been an important fixture in Romanian cultural and political life since its construction in the 1930s.

Commissioned by King Ferdinand for his daughter, Princess Elisabeta, the palace was designed by the famed Romanian architect Corneliu Marcu in a Neo-Romanian style, which blends local architectural traditions with Art Deco elements. The result is a unique and highly aesthetic structure that is both a home and a symbol of the Romanian monarchy.

The palace is situated in the lush Herăstrău Park, providing a serene backdrop to its grand façade. With its richly decorated interiors and ornate furnishings, Elisabeta Palace offers a glimpse into the lifestyle of Romanian royalty. Despite its royal origins, the palace has had varied uses over the years; it served as a residence for communist leaders during the socialist regime and now functions as the official residence of the Romanian Royal Family.

While the palace is not open to the public as a regular tourist attraction, it occasionally hosts cultural events and is used for state functions. Its presence in Bucharest serves as a historic landmark, reflecting the country's complex past and its ongoing relationship with the monarchy.

Local name: Palatul Elisabeta Coordinates: 44°28'15"N, 26°4'47"E

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28 Șoseaua Pavel Dimitrievici KiseleffSector 1 (Parcul Herăstrău)Bucharest Romania

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Day trips

Elisabeta Palace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Village Museum, Arcul de Triumf, Romexpo, Herăstrău Park.

~970 ftNW
Open-air museum of village life
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0.8 miNW
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0.7 miN
Large town park with lake and woodlands
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1.2 miS
National ethnographic and folk art museum
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1.2 miS
Museum, History museum, Natural history museum
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0.4 miSE
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Charles de Gaulle Square, Bucharest
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~1690 ftSW
Church, Monastery
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1 miSE
Park
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0.8 miSE
Memorial
Monument to the Heroes of the Air, Bucharest
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Elisabeta Palace?

Nearby attractions include Village Museum, Bucharest (5 min walk), Șoseaua Kiseleff, Bucharest (6 min walk), Arcul de Triumf, Bucharest (7 min walk), Cașin Church, Bucharest (9 min walk).

How to get to Elisabeta Palace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Elisabeta Palace:

Bus

Muzeul Satului • Lines: 131, 205, 231, 330, 331, 335, 361 (6 min walk)
Arcul de Triumf • Lines: 131, 231, 282, 330, 331, 335, 361, 783 (7 min walk)

Tram

Cașin • Lines: 41 (9 min walk)
Agronomie • Lines: 41 (10 min walk)

Metro

Aviatorilor • Lines: M2 (13 min walk)
Aurel Vlaicu • Lines: M2 (30 min walk)

Train

București Băneasa (27 min walk)
București Basarab Haltă (38 min walk)

Trolleybus

Griro • Lines: 65, 86, 97 (33 min walk)
Caraiman • Lines: 65, 86, 97 (33 min walk)