Iulius Town Timișoara
West Region
Iulius Town Timișoara is a prominent mixed-use development and edge city in western Romania, integrating retail, office, entertainment, and green spaces. Originally inaugurated in 2005 as Iulius Mall, it has expanded significantly to become one of Romania's largest shopping and leisure destinations. The complex includes over 450 stores, a large hypermarket, a 12-screen cinema, diverse dining options, and recreational facilities such as an ice rink, climbing wall, bowling alley, and a semi-Olympic swimming pool. A standout feature is Iulius Gardens, the largest suspended park in Romania, covering 5.5 hectares with thousands of trees, shrubs, and an 800-square-meter lake, offering a green oasis above the underground parking. The United Business Center within Iulius Town houses Class A office spaces occupied by multinational companies, supporting around 13,000 employees. With over 4,000 parking spaces and an estimated annual visitor traffic exceeding 20 million, Iulius Town combines urban convenience with natural beauty and diverse activities, making it a key destination for shopping, business, and leisure in Timișoara.
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Tip: For the best experience, visit Iulius Town during weekdays to avoid weekend crowds. Purchase tickets for special events or cinema screenings online in advance to secure your spot. Take advantage of loyalty programs and seasonal promotions for discounts. The complex offers ample parking and is accessible via public transport. Check the official website for up-to-date event schedules and opening hours.
Interesting facts
- •Iulius Gardens is the largest suspended park in Romania, spanning 5.5 hectares on top of an underground parking structure.
- •The mall includes a 12-screen Cinema City cinema and a semi-Olympic swimming pool.
- •Iulius Town hosts over 20 million visitors annually, making it one of Romania's busiest commercial complexes.
- •The development involved an investment exceeding 442 million euros in its first phase.
- •United Business Center 0 is the tallest office building within the complex, with 15 floors plus technical floors.
History
Iulius Mall Timișoara opened in 2005 as the first mall in western Romania, initially covering 31,000 m².
It expanded in 2009 and again in 2019 to reach over 102,000 m², becoming the third largest mall in Romania.
The broader Iulius Town project, partially inaugurated in 2019, represents one of the largest private real estate investments in Romania, integrating retail, office, and leisure spaces.
Over time, the complex evolved from a standalone mall to a comprehensive urban center with parks, offices, and entertainment facilities, reflecting the growth and modernization of Timișoara.
Place Guide
Iulius Gardens2019
A 5.5-hectare suspended park featuring 10,000 shrubs, 1,400 large trees, an 800-square-meter lake, promenades, plazas for events, and a Venetian carousel for children, offering a unique green space above the underground parking.
Iulius Mall2005
The shopping and entertainment hub with over 450 stores, including an Auchan hypermarket, a 12-screen cinema, a 2,500-seat food court, full-service restaurants, bars, cafés, a climbing wall, ice rink (seasonal), bowling and billiard halls, and indoor playgrounds.
United Business Center2017-2022
A cluster of four Class A office buildings within Iulius Town, housing multinational IT, automotive, and customer support companies, employing approximately 13,000 people. The tallest building, United Business Center 0, has 15 floors plus technical floors.
Contact
Phone: 0256 401 600
