National Museum of Contemporary Art

Bucharest


The Palace of Parliament houses a superb art gallery, which displays temporary, ever-changing exhibitions of eclectic installations and video art. Check the website in advance to make sure something is on during your visit to spare yourself a long walk. The museum is located on the southwestern side of the building (at the opposite end of the Palace of Parliament to the tour entrance); look for entry E4.

Transportation

  • metro: Izvor

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