1. NOR – Sky Casual Restaurant (SkyTower) – The tallest restaurant in Romania (36, 140 m floor) offers a 360 ° panorama on the entire city, from Herastrau Park to the center. At nightfall, the view really gets AmazingBucharest, turning into a sea of lights under the eyes of guests. NOR combines fine dining cuisine with unique visual experience – elegant tables near huge windows, creative cocktails served “among the clouds” and an impeccable service, suitable for romantic dinners or special occasions. Popular activity: dinner at sunset – reservation is recommended in advance for a table overlooking. Price interval: High (main dishes ~ 70- 150 lei, cocktail ~ 40 lei), reflecting the exclusive location. From reviews: “The NOR view takes your breath away, making this restaurant the ideal place for a special evening in Bucharest”. Official link: norbucharest.ro.
2.18 Lounge by Embers – Located on the 18th floor of the City Gate building near Press Square, this panoramic restaurant reveals three iconic perspectives of the capital: Herastrau Park with its lake, the silhouette of the Free Press House and Kiseleff Boulevard flanked by trees. The vibrant design, open terrace and live music create a relaxed atmosphere, completing perfectly the culinary experience at height. In the evening, the city lights shape a beautiful painting, and the sunsets seen here are memorable. Popular activity: dinner or cocktail at sunset, on the open terrace in the warm season. Price interval: high average (e.g. main course ~ 60-90 lei). From reviews: “Food, location, View, serving… everything to height! “ Says a pleased customer, stressing the quality of both the food and the view of the city. Official link: 18lounge.ro.
3. Pure Vida Sky Bar (Old Centre) – On the roof of a historic building on Smârdan Street, this vibrant skybar offers charming views to the rooftops of the old center and to the massive silhouette of the People’s House. Bohemian atmosphere, colorful decor and comfortable hammocks create a perfect mix of dolce vita and pura vida in the heart of the city. In the evening, the bar is animated with music, and The sunsets here are unforgettableThe sky reflected in the windows of the surrounding vintage buildings. Popular activity: Creative cocktails prepared by talented bartenders to enjoy at evening clock (the bar is seasonal open in warm months). Price interval: accessible (cocktail ~ 30 lei, beer ~ 15 lei). From reviews: “Awesome bar with an amazing view over the whole city”Your emails Praise foreign tourists and locals appreciate it “Exceptional drinks and relaxed atmosphere” making Pura Vida a hotspot of the Bucharest panoramas. Official link: Puravidahostels.ro (Sky Bar).
4. Linea / Closer to the Moon (Lipscani 17) – A rooftop bar and restaurant iconicWith ingenious cosmic theme, located on the roof of Victoria’s store, right in the center of the city. Here you can sip a cocktail under the artistic installations that mimic constellations, while admiring the enlightened buildings of the historic center. In winter, Line It sets up transparent heated iglues, offering a unique experience: who “under the moon,” safe from cold, but overlooking the starry sky and the enchanting city. Popular activity: Weekend evenings with DJ and spectacular views of the center – from the towers of the Calea Victoriei to the headlights of the cars on Magheru. Price interval: medium (burger ~ 45 lei, cocktail 35-40 lei). From reviews: Line is “famous for the breathtaking view”Being considered one of the most popular Rooftop locations in Bucharest, where comfort and elegance It combines with the urban view. Official link: bookline.me.
5. The Balcony of the Palace of Parliament – For a monumental view over the center of Bucharest, the external balcony of the Palace of Parliament (accessible to the public during the tours) is: place to be missed. From here, the Union Boulevard takes place at the feet of visitors as a local Champs-Élysées, flanked by artesian fountains, and leading the gaze to the Constitution Square. The view from the high over the old city – with the contours of the churches and communist blocks – highlights Bucharest’s architectural contrast. Popular activity: guided tour of the Palace of Parliament, with climax on the balcony for panoramic photos. Price interval: tour ticket ~ 40 lei (access only within the official palace visit). From reviews: visitors describe the prospect that “impressive and unique, offering the great size of the city”. Official link: cic.cdep.ro – Palace of Parliament.
This article is an English translation and adaptation of the original Romanian article on Lista Scurtă. Read the Romanian version.
