Local stores and markets usually accept euro in addition to the national currency. If you want to exchange currency, the best place to do it is in a state-owned bank. As a rule, such banks offer the most favorable exchange rates and charge a minimal fee.
Romanian wine remains one of the most popular souvenirs. You can easily purchase wine in numerous stores and wine cellars. If you don’t know what sort of wine to choose, you should pay attention to Cotnari and Odobesti, which are produced in the oldest vineyards in Bucharest according to classic recipes.
Tips are not officially accepted in local restaurants and bars, you visitors are always free to reward an obliging waiter. The usual size of tips is 5 - 7% of the total bill. Leaving a monetary reward to taxi drivers is also not accepted. You can only round up the total amount in a big way.
Local artisans produce fine tableware and home decorations made of glass and clay. Products made of wool and tablecloths decorated with embroidery are also popular souvenirs.
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