Bucharest City Tour: History, Communism & Local Legends
Overview
This 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, 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 night, when all the buildings are nicely spot lighted.
What's Included
- Printed materials for tour presentation
- Tour led by a certified guide
- Entrance fees
- Food or drinks
Meeting Location
Strada Benjamin Franklin 2
București 030167, Romania
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piața Unirii
București, Romania
We will end our tour in the main square - Union, close to the Old Town area.
What To Expect
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Ateneul Roman
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piaka Revolukiei
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Calea Victoriei (pass by)
Biblioteca Centrala Universitara
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palatul Regal/Royal Palace
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Town
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Stavropoleos Monastery
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palace of Parliament (pass by)
Macca Villacrosse Passage
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cărturești Carusel
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palatul CEC
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Muzeul National de Istorie a Romaniei
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Biblioteca Nationala a Romaniei
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- This tour 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.
- Printed materials for tour presentation.
- Tour led by a certified guide.
- Entrance fees.
- Food or drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Bucharest City Tour: History, Communism & Local Legends is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Bucharest City Tour: History, Communism & Local Legends will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Printed materials for tour presentation
- Tour led by a certified guide
- Entrance fees
- Food or drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
