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Explore Bucharest Step by Step With A Local Guide

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Bucharest, Romania
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3 hours (approx.)
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Overview

A travel in time from the "Little Paris of the East" as Bucharest was nicknamed in the years '30s, due to the many French architectural styles of the buildings (The Royal Palace, The Romanian Atheneum) to the "Town of the Inns" - the medieval Bucharest with the ruins of the Princely Court and its many inns (Gabroveni Inn, Manuc's Inn) in the Old Town.

What's Included

  • Walking Tour
  • Free entrances

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Piața Revoluției
    București, Romania

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    End point

    Piața Unirii
    București, Romania

    Unirii Square

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    Revolution Square

    The square where Ceaușescu's last speech of 21 December 1989 , erupted into the popular revolt which led to the end of the comunism regime.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Calea Victoriei

    Calea Victoriei (Victoria Avenue), not only one of the oldest road in Bucharest, but the first street in Bucharest illuminated with candles during the night, starting July 1814. Nowadays one of the most important avenue in Bucharest.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    University of Bucharest

    One of the emblematic buildings of the city
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Macca Villacrosse Passage

    A mini Vittorio-Emanuele gallery in the Old Town
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Stavropoleos Monastery

    Stavropoleos Church, also known as Stavropoleos Monastery, is an Eastern Orthodox Monastery, built in the 18th century, by a greek monk.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Hanul cu Tei

    It is the only historic inn in Bucharest that has preserved its shape exactly as it was at its origins.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Manuc's Inn (Hanul lui Manuc)

    The oldest operating hotel building and the most important commercial complex in the middle of the 19th century
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Piața Unirii

    A general view of the Palace of Parliament, the second biggest administrative building in the world and Unirii (Fountains) Avenue.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Explore Bucharest Step by Step With A Local Guide?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-326243P2

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Walking Tour
    • Free entrances

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • 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 10 travelers

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