Palace of the Parliament
Bucharest, Romania
One of the largest administrative buildings in the world, dominating Bucharest's centre with marble halls and huge chandeliers. Visits are by guided tour only, so bring ID and book ahead.
The Palace of the Parliament stands on Spirii Hill (Dealul Spirii) at the western end of Bulevardul Unirii. It was built between 1984 and 1997 on the orders of Nicolae Ceaușescu; for this, about 7 square kilometres of the old town were demolished and around 40,000 residents resettled. The building is 84 metres high, has a floor area of 365,000 square metres and about 1,100 rooms on 12 floors. It is among the heaviest buildings in the world and is regarded as the world's second-largest administrative building.
Today the Romanian parliament meets here, and the building also houses three museums, including the National Museum of Contemporary Art. The palace can only be visited on a guided tour; bring photo ID and book in advance.
- Nearest town
- Bucharest, Romania
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 44.4275, 26.0875
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Romania: Vignette needed for motorways. Buy the e-vignette online before you drive on motorways. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Camping Casa AlbaCampsite10 km from Palace of the Parliament
- Camping București BelvedereCampsite11 km from Palace of the ParliamentTentsCaravansToilets
All campsites in Romania · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Palace of the Parliament?
Palace of the Parliament is in Bucharest, Romania, at GPS 44.4275, 26.0875. It is about 111 km from Sinaia.
Can you camp near Palace of the Parliament?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Casa Alba, about 10 km away; within 25 km there are 2 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
What is there to see near Palace of the Parliament?
Places worth a stop nearby: Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum (5 km), Mogoșoaia Palace (13 km), Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo (80 km) and Peleș Castle (112 km).
When is the best time to visit Palace of the Parliament?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)