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Bucharest City Tour: History, Communism & Local Legends
(10) Reviews
Bucureşti Sectorul 1
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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. We run tours for small groups, so you may count on our flexibility and personalized service.
The tour is available during the day, but also during the ni...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Printed materials for tour presentation
Tour led by a certified guide
Entrance fees
Food or drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Strada Benjamin Franklin 2
The meeting is in front of the Athenaeum (see the big columns). The guide will have a paper sign "Crafted Tours Romania" written on it.
Return
Piața Unirii
We will end our tour in the main square - Union, close to the Old Town area.
Bucharest City Tour: History, Communism & Local Legends
(10) Reviews
Bucureşti Sectorul 1
About
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. We run tours for small groups, so you may count on our flexibility and personalized service.
The tour is available during the day, but also during the ni...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Printed materials for tour presentation
Tour led by a certified guide
Entrance fees
Food or drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Strada Benjamin Franklin 2
The meeting is in front of the Athenaeum (see the big columns). The guide will have a paper sign "Crafted Tours Romania" written on it.
Return
Piața Unirii
We will end our tour in the main square - Union, close to the Old Town area.
Itinerary
1
Ateneul Roman
One of the most emblematic buildings of Bucharest, resembling an ancient Greek temple.
15 minutes
2
Piaka Revolukiei
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 minutes
3
Calea Victoriei
The most elegant avenue in the city, with major buildings and monuments along the boulevard.
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 minutes
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 minutes
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.
15 minutes
7
Stavropoleos Monastery
A hidden gem in Old Town and one of the oldest churches in Bucharest, dating from 1724.
10 minutes
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.
9
Macca Villacrosse Passage
Charming passage, covered with a glass roof, full of hooka cafes
5 minutes
10
Lipscani
A nice sroll along this old street
10 minutes
11
Cărturești Carusel
A renovated book shop, full of romanian souvenirs and gifts
10 minutes
12
Palatul CEC
A 19th century architecture, full of magnificent statues
5 minutes
13
National Museum of Art of Romania (Muzeul Nakional de Arta al Romaniei)
