During this 3-hour walking tour you'll discover the major landmarks and events of Bucharest’s communist past, including the brutal beginnings of the regime, plus the nationalization and forced demolition of thousands of houses.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
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- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- Learn about the rise and fall of the Romanian dictator Ceausescu
- Visit communist-era landmarks to see the regime's distinctive architectural style
- Hear stories about daily life under communist rule
- Visit political memorials and sites that played a key role in the 1989 revolution
Full description
This 3-hour tour reveals the conflict between two worlds: Bucharest under the communist regime and the relatively peaceful and prosperous Bucharest of the inter-war period.
You’ll learn why Bucharest is such a striking mix of different architectural styles, how each regime left its mark on the city, how the city looked during the communist period and what it was like for people living in communist Romania.
Your guide will help to bring to life the anti-communist revolution and the fall of the Iron Curtain.
Learn about the violent beginnings of the communist regime and the nationalization and forced demolition of homes. See the impressive Palace of Parliament and hear all about the Ceausescu family and the bloody anti-communist revolution of 1989.
You’ll visit lesser-known, charming inter-war neighborhoods saved from communist urban re-modelling, and see the remains of the Uranus neighborhood as well.
The tour includes a short break at a café, where you can enjoy drinks or snacks (at your own expense).
Includes
- Guided tour
- Small snacks
- Drinks and snacks in the cafe
- Fees for any museums you may want to visit
- Visit inside the Palace of the Parliament
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Date
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Meeting point
Near the red-brick bell tower of the Patriarchy (within walking distance from Piata Unirii), Aleea Dealul Mitropoliei 19, București 030167, Romania
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
