Lipscani

About

Lipscani, commonly known as Bucharest's Old Town, lies in the heart of the city’s historic district. The narrow, cobbléd streets are lined with evocative 19th‑century buildings that now house boutique stores, cafés, bars, and specialty restaurants, making the area a vibrant shopping and nightlife hub. The district is bounded by major thoroughfares such as Ion C. Brătianu Boulevard and Calea Moșilor, and its maze of passageways, squares, and 48 historic streets—including Lipscani, Șelari, Covaci, Doamnei, Stavropoleos, Franceză, and Șepcari—give the area a distinctly labyrinthine charm. Historically, Lipscani has served as the commercial and cultural center of Bucharest, and today it remains a popular destination for both locals and visitors eager to explore its cafés, boutique shops, street art, and small museums. Tracing the passage of merchants, travelers and artists through the centuries, the square offers a living tapestry of culture, cuisine, and history.