Once the quarters of the Museum of Plastic Arts, Hertza and Cligman House is a fine example of aristocratic residency. Built in the 20th century, in 2008-2009 the house got a "facelift".

Located in the very heart of the city, the Presidential Residency is arguably the monument of national importance. It was constructed in 1984-1987 and made mostly of glass. The building suffered damages during the "twitter revolution" of 2009.

Founded in 1940, the National Opera and Ballet Theater became operational only in 1956. The theater houses an orchestra, a chorus, and a ballet company and represents the example of the late Soviet architecture. World class performances are commonplace here. Those keen on opera and ballet should grab the opportunity when it comes.

Built under the Soviets in 1976-1979, the former headquarters of the then mighty Communist Party now houses the Parliament of the independent Republic of Moldova. The building is shaped as an open book with the central part of the facade supported by four high-standing vertical columns. In spring 2009 the building suffered damages caused by rioting students in what later became known as the "twitter revolution".

Other than being a head theater of the national multiplex network, Patria Cinema is a fine example of the 19th century urban architecture. Situated downtown next to Parliament on Stefan cel Mare Boulevard it is comfortably backed by Stefan cel Mare park.

Stefan cel Mare ("Stefan The Great") is a much worshiped medieval Romanian ruler, whose reputed courage was admired by fellow-European rulers and whom the catholic church referred to as "the athlete of Christ". The monument of Stefan cel Mare was first set in Chisinau in 1928, but then changed location several times traveling to the neighboring Romania and back prompted by political unrest. It was only in 1991 that the monument took its current place.

Nestled right in the heart of the city, enclosed between the cathedral park and the government building, is the Great National Assembly Square. Once an important historic gathering place, nowadays the square serves as a venue for concerts and public events.

Commonly known as the Arch of Triumph, the Holy Gate was built in 1841 and represents a symbolic architectural landmark of Chisinau. It is located on Stefan cel Mare Boulevard, overlooking the Great National Assembly Square. The monument is two storied with four Corinth style columns and the upper level decorated in a classical style. There is a big clock on the front facade of the arch.

The National Palace of Moldova is a major concert venue that has hosted many national and international stars. The place has also accommodated many non-musical events gathering large audiences. The National Palace event program is displayed right out the front entrance.