Cișmigiu Gardens
Grădina Cișmigiu
The oldest park in the city centre, opened in 1847, where boating on the lake, tree-lined paths and statues of Romanian writers make for a peaceful stroll.
Cișmigiu Gardens opened in 1847 and was designed by a German landscape architect. It is the oldest public park in central Bucharest, with tree-lined paths, flowerbeds and fountains arranged around an artificial lake. In summer you can rent rowboats or pedal boats, and in winter the lake becomes an open-air ice rink. The Romanians' Ring encircles busts of famous Romanian writers, and older men often play chess in the pavilions. It is free and open all day, about a 10-minute walk from Revolution Square, and perfect for resting on a bench.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- National Museum of Art of Romania
- Calea Victoriei
- Revolution Square
- CEC Palace
- Romanian Athenaeum
- Caru' cu Bere
- Macca-Villacrosse Passage
- Stavropoleos Monastery