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Where to Go with Kids in Bucharest — 20 Safe Destinations

✍️ Echipa Ce Facem Azi 📅 September 13, 2025 ⏱ 5 min read

Parent guide: tested places, prices and practical tips

Where do we go with the kids in Bucharest?

You face the eternal weekend question: where do we go with the kids today? Here are 20 destinations recommended by Bucharest families, with real prices and practical tips.

Top destinations — guaranteed success

1. Indoor playgrounds

Regardless of weather, indoor playgrounds are guaranteed winners. Trampolines, mazes and climbing areas for children 2-12 years. Price: 30-60 lei/child/2 hours. Find playgrounds in your district →

2. Teatrul Ion Creanga or Teatrul Tandrica

Sunday morning is perfect for theater. Book tickets online — they sell out fast! Tickets: 20-40 lei.

3. Zoological Garden

An unbeatable classic. Kids love animals. Hours 9-17, tickets ~35 lei adults / 20 lei children.

Sports activities

4. Swimming lessons for children

Pools with special programs for children are perfect. Many have courses from age 3. Pools and swimming lessons →

5. Ice skating (in season)

Bucharest's ice rinks operate November-March. A memorable experience.

6. Dance or gymnastics

Dance and gymnastics courses for children are extremely popular. Dance studios →

Creative workshops

7. Pottery workshop

Children shape clay and take home their own creation. Price: 50-80 lei/child.

8. Painting workshop

Perfect for children 5+. Specialized instructors, everything included. Creative workshops →

9. Robotics club

For technology-passionate children (8+). Robotics clubs →

Outdoor

10. Herastrau Park

Boat rides, rental bikes, modern playground.

11. Tricycle/bike ride

Large parks in Bucharest have paved trails. You can rent equipment on site.

Where do we eat with kids?

12-15. Kid-friendly restaurants

Restaurants with a separate play space are lifesavers for families. Restaurants with play areas →

This week's events

The simplest answer to "where do we go with the kids?" is to check today's events →. Shows, workshops and special activities, updated weekly.


Our tip

Don't overload. One well-chosen activity beats 3 rushed ones. Choose based on child's age → and enjoy each experience.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where to go with kids in Bucharest on a bad weather weekend?

Indoor playgrounds, children's theaters, interactive museums, pottery or painting workshops and covered pools are perfect in bad weather.

Where to go with young children (under 3) in Bucharest?

Indoor playgrounds with soft play zones, sensory workshops and parks with modern playgrounds are most suitable for babies and young children.