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Life in Communism

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Colectiv nightclub fire

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National Museum of Art of Romania

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Life in Communism

5.0(32)· Bucarest· By BucharestGuide

Duration

3 h

Language

English

Guidance

Guide

Group

Up to 15 pers.

Booking

Instant confirmation

Lead time

Book up to 1 h before departure

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Tickets

One per booking

Cancellation

Free cancellation available

From €26 per person

1 to 15 travelers per booking.

1 × Adult × €27€27
Total€27

Overview

This is a walking tour in Bucharest, using a normal pace. The purpose of the tour is for the visitors of Bucharest and Romania to have a thorough understanding of what Communism meant for the country and most importantly, for its people. At the end of the 3 hours you will have most of your questions about the regime answered but you will also have the opportunity to ask any further ones to your guide. You will also understand how the regime that ended more than 30 years ago still influences Romania(n)'s life.

What's included

  • ✓Communist type of snacks

Not included

  • ✕We will have a short break in the middle of the tour; Drinks there will be self supported (ideally with cash)

Available options

Choose your option when you book.

Life in Communism Regular Tour

from €26

Rain or shine: In case of rain please bring a rain coat or umbrella. We cancel only for extreme weather conditions

English

Activity itinerary

During this 3 hours walking tour on the streets of Bucharest, you will see how the years Romania spent under the Communist regime changed its architecture, its people and most importantly, its present. We will go through all the major changes Communism brought to this country and to this city, including but not limited to: nationalization, Secret Police, demolitions, etc. We will see around 15 objectives, each of them marking a specific moment/change during the Communist regime timeline.

Places visited

Palace of ParliamentCalea VictorieiPiața Revoluției

Meeting point

In front of the Patriarchal Cathedral; Easiest way to reach it: climb up the hill starting from Union Square (Piata Unirii). Aleea Dealul Mitropoliei 25

The return is at the same place.

What to know before you go

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This activity can accommodate a maximum of 15 travelers.
  • You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Infant (1-3 years)Child (4-13 years)Youth (14-18 years)Adult (19-100 years)

1 traveler(s) minimum · 15 maximum per booking.

At least one adult required per booking.

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

Reviews

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Product code: 140090P2

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