How much does a trip to Bucharest cost?

A typical 7-day trip to Bucharest, Romania for 2 people costs approximately $2,338 USD, including flights, accommodation, food, transport, and activities.

What is the daily budget for Bucharest?

The average daily budget in Bucharest is about $54 per person, covering food ($35), local transport ($7), and activities ($12).

How much do flights to Bucharest cost?

Round-trip flights to Bucharest average around $700 per person, though prices vary by season and departure city.

Is Bucharest expensive for tourists?

Bucharest has moderate costs for tourists. Expect to spend about $54 per day on food, transport, and sightseeing.

How much does a Bucharest vacation cost?

A typical Bucharest vacation for 2 people over 7 days costs approximately $2,338. This covers round-trip flights ($700/person), accommodation, dining, local transport, and popular activities. Budget travelers can spend less by choosing hostels and street food, while luxury travelers may spend significantly more.

Is $54 per day enough for Bucharest?

$54 per day is a reasonable mid-range budget for Bucharest. It covers meals at local restaurants, public transport, and a mix of paid and free attractions.

How much spending money do I need for 7 days in Bucharest?

For 7 days in Bucharest, budget around $378 per person for daily expenses. This breaks down to food ($35/day), local transport ($7/day), and activities ($12/day). Flights and accommodation are additional.

What's included in the daily budget for Bucharest?

The $54/day budget for Bucharest includes: food and dining ($35), local transport like buses and metro ($7), and sightseeing and activities ($12). Accommodation and flights are calculated separately.

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A trip to Bucharest costs around $54 per day per person for food, transport and activities — about $378 for a 7-day trip (2026).

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Bucharest Trip Summary

7 Days · 1 Person

Total Estimated

$1,955.80

Cost Breakdown

Flights$700.00

Economy class · $700/ person × 1

Accommodation$560.00

$80/night × 7 Nights × 1 Room

Daily Food & Dining$245.00

Breakfast $0/ day

Lunch $0/ day

Dinner $0/ day

Local Transport$49.00

Public Transit · $7/ day

Activities & Sightseeing$72.00

Tickets & Admissions ×4 ($12/visit)

Day Tours ×1 ($24/visit)

Shopping & Souvenirs$133.00

Souvenirs & Gifts $53

Clothing & Accessories $47

Local Goods & Snacks $33

Connectivity & Tech$7.00

eSIM / Data Plan $5.25/ person

VPN, Maps & Apps $1.75/ person

Insurance & Visa$12.00

Travel Insurance $7.2/ person

Visa Fees $4.8/ person

Emergency Buffer (10%)$177.80

Trip Insights & Recommendations

Smart Insights

A metro ride costs only 3 RON ($0.67) — buy a 10-trip card for 25 RON ($5.50) for even better value.
Eat at a local "restaurant cu specific românesc" — a full meal with mămăligă, sarmale, and a beer runs 45-65 RON ($10-14).
Download the Uber or Bolt app — rides across the city are 15-30 RON ($3-7), far cheaper and safer than hailing taxis.

Romania Travel Essentials

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Power Plug

Type C, F

230V / 50Hz

Currency

RON (lei)

Cards increasingly accepted, cash still common in rural areas

Driving Side

Right

Tipping

10% at restaurants

Drinking Age

18+

Emergency

112

Visa-Free For

US, UK, CA, AU, NZ, JP, KR

Shoe Sizes

US 8 = EU 42 = UK 7.5

SIM / eSIM

eSIM available, prepaid SIM at airports & shops

Etiquette

Remove shoes when entering homes · Hospitality is very important · Handshake greeting

Smoking

Banned indoors in all public places since 2016

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do you need per day in Bucharest?

Based on current estimates, you need approximately $279.40 per person per day in Bucharest, covering accommodation, food, transport, and activities at a moderate budget level.