Top Bucharest Art & Culture Classes

Escape the urban bustle of Bucharest for the day to discover the legends and treasures of Transylvania. Wander through the Gothic chambers and turrets of Bran Castle, nicknamed ‘Dracula’s Castle’ thanks to its spooky atmosphere and ties to Vlad the Impaler, and then feel like you’ve stepped into a fairy tale on a tour of splendid Peles Castle, the former royal residence of Romanian kings. Finally, explore one of Transylvania’s most well-preserved medieval villages on a walking tour of Brasov.

Food is an integral part of Romanian culture, and this private cooking class lets you discover the unique ingredients and flavors that make up its traditional cuisine. Join your host for a fun, hands-on cooking class. Help prepare a variety of typical Romanian dishes, such as "bulz" and "papanasi”, then sit down to enjoy your delicious homemade lunch served with Romanian drinks.

After meeting your guide, explore the realities of the Roma community in Romania and visit a genuine workshop in the city center, where Roma craftsmen, also known as Gypsies, create and market their pieces. Choose your desired piece of jewelry to craft under the guidance of an authentic Roma artisan. You'll take your crafted jewelry home with you at the end of the workshop. Although the activity focuses on learning the art of copper crafting, you can opt for the upgraded version featuring silver. By the end of your visit, you'll have gained insight into the history of the Roma population in Romania and developed your own thoughts and views through real experiences and interactions with authentic Roma representatives.

This workshop takes place in a real jewelry studio and store, where guests work at the bench with the makers behind Mesteshukar Butiq. The craft is inspired by traditional Roma craftsmanship, combined with contemporary techniques, so the experience feels like being welcomed into someone’s everyday creative work rather than a staged class. With a maximum of four guests, there is time for personal guidance, a calm pace, and a design that reflects you, from the first sketch to the final polish.

See a different side of Bucharest on this 3.5-hour walking tour of the Romanian capital’s alternative artistic and cultural scene. See some of the best examples of the emerging street art movement, and visit cutting-edge galleries and design spaces where creative urbanites are shaping the future of the metropolis. Learn about fashion trends and urban planning efforts from your local guide as you explore one of Eastern Europe’s most quickly transforming cities.