Discover Bucharest: History, Communism & Urban Tales Private Tour

Overview

The walking city tour itinerary includes the most interesting sightseeing of the center of Bucharest such as: Revolution Square (Romanian Atheneum, Royal Palace / Art Museum, Central University Library, Communist Party Headquarter), Victoriei Boulevard, Union Square (the shopping center and the fountains), Parliament Palace (seen from a distance), University Square (National Theatre, Intercontinental Hotel, University Palace) and the vibrant Old Town (Lipscani area). There is enough time for photos stops, coffee breaks or just sit & rest when you need. Being a private tour, we guarantee flexibility and personalized service. The tour is available during the day, but also during the night, when all the buildings are nicely lighted.

Itinerary

1. Rumänisches Athenäum

   One of the most emblematic buildings of Bucharest, resembling an ancient Greek temple.

   · 15 min

2. Piața Revoluției

   The place where former communist president Ceausescu had the last speech in 1989. We will show you pictures and video presentations from the Revolution days.

   · 45 min

3. Calea Victoriei

   The most elegant avenue in the city, with major buildings and monuments along the boulevard.

   · 30 min

4. Biblioteca Centrala Universitara

   Built in eclectic style by French architect Paul Gottereau with the sponsorship of King Carol I, who`s equestrian statue we can see in front of the Library, the construction is a landmark of the city.

   · 10 min

5. Palatul Regal/Royal Palace

   The winter Royal Residence of romanian kings, dated 1937. The Palace was built under the direct supervision of beloved Queen Maria and her son, King Carol II.

   · 10 min

6. Old Town

   Walking tour of vibrant area in the center of Bucharest, full of cafes, pubs and restaurants, but also lots of 19th century architecture buildings.

   · 30 min

7. Stavropoleos-kirken (Biserica Stavropoleos)

   A hidden gem in Old Town and one of the oldest churches in Bucharest, dating from 1724.

   · 15 min

8. Palace of Parliament

   Construction of Romania`s most famous building began in 1984. The Palace of the Parliament is the heaviest building in the world and world's third-largest administrative building.For comparison, it can be mentioned that the building exceeds by 2% the volume of the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt, and therefore it is labeled as a "pharaonic" construction. Admire the exterior of this massive building and hear it`s story.

   · Non-stop passage

9. University's Square

   One of the main squares in the city, surrounded imposive by statues and buildings.

   · Non-stop passage

10. National Theatre Ion Luca Caragiale (Teatrul Național Ion Luca Caragiale)

    The National Theatre in Bucharest

    · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

How to use your ticket

Meeting and end point

What to know before you go

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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