Bucharest is the capital and largest city of Romania, a Danube-plain metropolis of about 1.7 million people known for the monumental Palace of the Parliament, a revived medieval Old Town, grand Calea Victoriei and its belle epoque 'Little Paris' boulevards. It combines Ottoman-era inns, Brancovenesc churches, interwar villas and communist-era blocks with a lively cafe, bar and live-music scene.
Top spas
Curated picks for treatments and day spas.
Therme București
Europe's largest wellness water park, fed by a thermal borehole, with the Galaxy water-slide zone, the Palm indoor-tropical zone and the adults-only Elysium zone with saunas and massages.
Signature treatment: Three themed zones: Galaxy (pools and slides), The Palm (tropical garden pools) and the adults-only Elysium (saunas and massage)
Spa at InterContinental Athénée Palace
22nd-floor hotel spa with indoor heated pool, jacuzzis, steam bath and sauna, with floor-to-ceiling views over the city.
Signature treatment: City-view pool and jacuzzis on the 22nd floor
Spa at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
Hotel spa with indoor pool and treatment rooms, a short walk from the Palace of Parliament.
Signature treatment: Indoor pool and massage treatments after a day at the Palace of Parliament
Radisson Blu Hotel Bucharest Pool and Fitness Centre
Hotel fitness centre with an indoor pool and jacuzzi, plus an outdoor pool and terrace in summer.
Signature treatment: Indoor pool and jacuzzi on Calea Victoriei
Wellness travel tips
Get the most from your wellness experience.
Book treatments in advance — popular slots fill up quickly during peak season.
Hydrate well before and after treatments, especially massages and saunas.
Communicate any allergies or skin sensitivities before treatments begin.