Urban Hike : Painted Mailboxes 📬 to Hidden Mansions 🏛️ Max 16 Participants

🆓 Event Type: FREE
📅 When: Sunday, March 22nd, starting at 12:00 PM
📍 Meeting Point: in front of Choral Temple ( near Piata Unirii)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/jR6Z21pHsDuN54fr8

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📌 RSVP & Group Info

Meetup limits free events to 10 RSVPs, but I allow up to 16 participants total.
So the 10 RSVPs + the first 6 people on the waitlist are considered confirmed and welcome to join.

We also have a private WhatsApp group where we keep in touch about upcoming events and logistics.
To avoid spam, I add people personally according to our group guidelines.
If you’d like to join the group, please sign up through this Google form:
https://forms.gle/h4dWQxeM6VTgF1hr8

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🌍 Who This Walk Is For

This walk is open to tourists, expats, and locals who enjoy exploring the city on foot, meeting new people, and discovering hidden streets.
If you like architecture, quiet neighborhoods, urban contrasts, meaningful conversations and a bit of adventure— you’ll enjoy this experience.

Note: The walk is conducted in English to ensure inclusive participation, as the group includes international members.

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🗓 Schedule

We will leave at 12:00 PM, but I strongly recommend arriving earlier.
I will be there starting at 11:40 AM to greet participants, make introductions, and start on time.
The walk will last approximately 2.5h -3h hours - slow paced with breaks.

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🚶 The Walk
The total distance is about 6 km.

We’ll start in front of the Coral Temple.

We'll pass by:

• An outdoor exhibition of painted mailboxes (around 10–12 creative pieces).
• Bulevardul Carol I
• The Armenian neighborhood
• Strada Maria Rosetti
• Strada Daciei
• Strada Polonă

We will take:
• A short break in Parcul Pătrat
• A longer break in Parcul Ioanid, where we can rest, have a snack, and hydrate before continuing.

We end the walk at Piata Victoriei Metro Station.

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💬 What to Expect

• Painted mailboxes at the beginning
• Beautiful houses with floral ornaments
• The well-known Bucharest contrast: well kept/ neglected, old / modern
• Quiet streets many people rarely explore
• A friendly group atmosphere with time to talk and connect

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🎒 What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes 👟
• Water 💧
• A snack or sandwich for the park break 🥪
• An umbrella in case of light rain ☔

The event will take place even if the weather is cloudy or there is light rain. It will only be cancelled in case of heavy rain or very strong wind.

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⚠️ Disclaimer

This is not a professional guided tour, just me, a local who loves exploring Bucharest and bringing people together. Everyone is responsible for their own safety and belongings. Be mindful when crossing streets and aware of your surroundings.

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I’m looking forward to meeting you and sharing this route together, see you soon! 😊