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 2.5-hour small group walking tour, you will go to the main landmarks in Bucharest and hear its amazing tales.
Learn about the gory times when Dracula was roaming the streets of Bucharest to the devastating communist regime led by the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Tourist map of Bucharest
Lunch
Tea and coffee
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The guide is waiting in front of the columns of the Romanian Athenaeum building. The guide will hold a sign that reads BTRIP Bucharest Walking Tour in blue letters.
End point
The end ends at Hanul lui Manuc (Manuc's Inn) in the Old Town. This location is close to Piata Unirii.
What to expect
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Ateneul Roman
15 min
Find out about the most beautiful building in Bucharest
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Statuia Ecvestra a Lui Carol I
15 min
See the statue of Romania's first king, Carol I, the former Royal Palace and the impressive University Library and find out all about the incredible story of monarchy in this country.
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Piaka Revolukiei
30 min
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. -
Calea Victoriei
30 min
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.
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Old Town
1 hour
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Bucharest).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Bucharest Old Town and Calea Victoriei Highlights Tour
Can I cancel Bucharest Old Town and Calea Victoriei Highlights Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
The guide is waiting in front of the columns of the Romanian Athenaeum building. The guide will hold a sign that reads BTRIP Bucharest Walking Tour in blue letters.
What's included?
- Tourist map of Bucharest
What's not included?
- Lunch
- Tea and coffee
Which places does it visit?
It visits Ateneul Roman, Statuia Ecvestra a Lui Carol I, Piaka Revolukiei, Calea Victoriei, Old Town.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by BTrip Bucharest Tours
