Bucharest Old Town and Calea Victoriei Private Walking Tour


3 hours
Free cancellation
1 - 15
Mobile ticket

Overview

Discover from a passionate local guide Bucharest’s amazing journey from a medieval fortification into a Belle Epoque city and how it was then mutilated by a gruesome dictatorship. On this 3-hour walking tour, you will go to the main landmarks in Bucharest and hear its amazing tales: from the gory times when Dracula was roaming the streets of Bucharest to the devastating communist regime led by the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu.

Inclusions

  • Tourist map of Bucharest

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Old Town, Bucharest Romania

At the beginning of the tour we will walk in the Old Town of Bucharest, on the steps of the most gruesome character in history – Vlad Dracula and discover his forgotten fortress. In the nearby caravanserai, Manuc’s Inn, an impressive former commercial settlement, learn how Bucharest evolved at the merger between two different worlds: the East and the West. Later, we will take you to find an eclectic mix of buildings like the National Bank of Romania, the Stavropoleos Monastery and the Villacrosse Passage and you will surely be charmed by the lively atmosphere in this quarter.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Calea Victoriei, Victoriei Street, Bucharest Romania

Afterwards we will walk on the avenue where kings had their daily strolls - the romantic Calea Victoriei. Superb Belle Epoque structures like the CEC Palace, Grand Hôtel du Boulevard or the University Library can be admired, on the way to the place where both Monarchy and Communism in Romania ended.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Piaka Revolukiei, Calea Victoriei Boulevard, Bucharest Romania

In the imposing Revolution Square you will understand the harsh communism oppression and how much control the totalitarian regime exercised over the locals’ lives. Tales of incredible evolution and achievements, but also about hunger and food rations will be told, topped by images from those times, for a more dramatic effect.
The tour will end with the story of the bloody revolution in December 1989 and the ultimate downfall of the Dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu, witnessing the birth of the democratic Romania.

Duration: 30 minutes

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Face masks will be worn by guides and participants in closed public spaces: vehicles, churches, shops, museums, restaurants.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
ines090199
August 2019

We did the free tour Monarchy vs Communism and Old Town legends and stories with Maria as a guide, and we really enjoyed it she did an amazing job we learned a lot and had a really good time in Bucharest. It was a pleasure having Maria as a guide. We highly recommend it!

PeterS13350
July 2019

We extended our trip in Bucharest because of great tour Old Town with Constantin and than visit a must go tour Monarchy vs Communism.

Gaby W
July 2019

Our guide knew a lot regarding Bucharest, the old town and its buildings. The tour was well paced and interesting. It gave a good overview of the old town and its near surroundings. Recommended!!

Seaside02578768637
June 2023

Great performance by Stefania and Maria as they shared with my colleagues (around 50 folks) lots of historical information about Bucharest and its history. They were adorable, passionate, very knowledgeable and I totally recommend them. Thank you very much!

Venture801768
May 2023

Bianca, our amazing guide provided a great deal of worthwhile info on Bucharest, always with a smile in her voice. She truly lover her country and because of her we left Bucharest loving it too. Thank you, we will be back.

simeont809
October 2023

The tour was great. We saw many things and our guide was excellent! We spent almost two hours but we didn't find it tiring.

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