What does groceries cost in Alexandria?

Basic groceries in Alexandria cost: milk (1L) ($1), bread (500g) ($1), rice (1kg) ($1), eggs (12 pack) ($1), chicken breast (1kg) ($4), apples (1kg) ($1), bananas (1kg) ($1).

What does dining out cost in Alexandria?

Dining out in Alexandria: inexpensive meal ($8), mid-range restaurant meal ($32), local beer ($2), coffee ($2).

What does housing cost in Alexandria?

Average monthly rent in Alexandria: 1-bedroom apartment in city center ($326), 1-bedroom apartment outside center ($218), 3-bedroom apartment in city center ($761), 3-bedroom apartment outside center ($544).

What does transportation cost in Alexandria?

Transportation costs in Alexandria: taxi starting fare ($0.44), gasoline per liter ($1.52), public transport ticket ($0.65), monthly transport pass ($21.75).

What does utilities cost in Alexandria?

Monthly utilities in Alexandria: basic utilities for 85m² apartment ($111), mobile phone plan ($7), internet ($7).

What does entertainment cost in Alexandria?

Entertainment costs in Alexandria: gym membership ($36), movie ticket ($4).

What does clothing cost in Alexandria?

Clothing prices in Alexandria: jeans ($55), dress ($32), sneakers ($65), leather shoes ($65).

What does education cost in Alexandria?

Education costs in Alexandria: preschool (monthly) ($400), international school (monthly) ($4199).

What does other expenses cost in Alexandria?

Costs in Alexandria include: averageSalary ($827).

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Romania

Alexandria City Guide

Teleorman County

Explore Alexandria City Guide

Alexandria is a small city in southern Romania. It sits in the Wallachian Plain by the Vedea River and is known for agriculture and some light industry. It offers a quiet, local Romanian experience away from big cities.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene

Good

Food is mostly traditional Romanian. Some international spots exist but are limited. Vegan and vegetarian options are scarce.

Local Dishes:

Sarmale, Mămăligă, Ciorbă de burtă

International Cuisine:

Pizza, Fast Food

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Nightlife

Poor

Nightlife is quiet with a few bars and local pubs.

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Coffee Culture

Limited

Coffee culture is basic, mostly local cafes.

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Tipping

Not Required

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory, around 10%.

Top Attractions

Alexandria Zoo

family

Small local zoo with various animals.

Vedea River Park

nature

Park along the river for walks and relaxation.

SIM Cards

SIM cards are affordable and easy to buy at local shops and official carriers.

Available at:

• Vodafone

• Orange

• Telekom

Recommended Apps

Google Maps(navigation)

Maps.ME(navigation)

Feroviar(transport)

Hopper(travel)

Kayak(travel)

Salvamont(outdoor)

Munţii Noştri(outdoor)

AmParcat(travel)

Booking.com(accommodation)

Explore Romania Official App(tourism)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness

Limited

The city is fairly clean but some older areas show wear.

24/7 Services

Poor

Limited 24/7 services. Most shops close early.

Groceries

Carrefour

Lidl

Kaufland

Local supermarkets carry Romanian and some international products. Expect fewer options than in bigger cities.

Cashless Payments

Cash preferred

Card payments work in bigger stores and hotels, but cash is still preferred here.

ATMs

ATMs are common, mostly connected to big banks like Raiffeisen and Banca Transilvania. Avoid Euronet ATMs due to high fees.

Schools

Local only

Local schools serve the city; international schools are not common. Some may offer English lessons.

Available Schools:

• Mircea cel Bătrân High School

• Ion Creangă School

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces

Not Available

Work-Friendly Cafés

Poor

Cafe Central

Quiet cafe with Wi-Fi but limited outlets.

Bistro Verde

Cozy spot to work during the day.

Alternatives:

Library Alexandria

Public library with Wi-Fi and quiet spaces.

Digital Nomad Community

Poor

A small digital nomad presence. Limited coworking spaces.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces

Limited

There are parks and some green spaces but not many large ones.

Running

Limited

Parks and areas suitable for running.

Gyms

Available

Several gyms available, mostly local fitness centers.

Available Gyms:

• FitAlex Gym

• Health Club Alexandria

Tennis

Limited

Some local tennis courts exist.

Padel

Poor

No padel courts.

Yoga

Poor

A few yoga studios are available.

Martial Arts

Poor

Some martial arts classes are available, mostly karate and judo.

Skiing

Poor

No skiing in this area.

Water Sports

Poor

No water sports available.

Surfing

Poor

No surfing opportunities.

Diving

Poor

No diving options.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare

Good

Healthcare services are available with some English-speaking staff. Several local hospitals and pharmacies serve the area.

Hospitals:

• Alexandria Municipal Hospital

• Teleorman County Hospital

Pharmacies:

• Sensiblu

• Catena

• Help Net

Tap Water Safety

Safe to drink

Tap water is safe to drink but many locals prefer bottled water due to old pipes.

Common Scams

Overcharging taxi fares, Fake market goods, Currency exchange scams

Community & Family

Family Friendly

Limited

Family-friendly with parks and local attractions, but fewer options for kids compared to bigger cities.

LGBTQ+ Friendly

Poor

LGBTQ+ community is small with little dedicated infrastructure.

Pet Friendly

Poor

Pet-friendly spots are limited but some parks allow dogs.

Communities

Expats in Romania (digital nomad)

Local Facebook Groups (local)

Quick Facts

Population

40,390

Power Reliability

Excellent

8/10

Power is generally reliable, linked to the European grid.

Languages

Romanian(90%)

English(15%)

Emergency

112

General Emergency

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami

Very Low Risk

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Earthquake

Low Risk

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Winter cold

December, January, February

Winters are cold with occasional snow.

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