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Private Walking Tour of Communist Bucharest

8 Reviews 4.75 out of 5 stars Based on 8 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor | Bucharest, Romania
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On average, this is booked 16 (0) days in advance.
7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Book a private and complete 7 hours tour of communist Bucharest. You will get to know the whole history of the Communist Party, from its illegal days to its violent seizing of power, its main leaders, the critical decisions and their consequences while visiting the key landmarks the regime left behind.

This is mainly a walking tour.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup for groups of maximum 3 people
  • Transport by private vehicle on some parts of the itinerary
  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks
  • All Fees and Taxes
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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Intercontinental Athenee Palace Bucharest By IHG
Episcopiei 1-3, District 1, Bucharest 010292, Romania

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Pickup details

We meet clients at all hotels from central Bucharest.

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Meeting point

Bucharest
Romania

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

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University's Square

Next to the Revolution Square, this is the other memorial space of the violent events that led to the fall of communism in Romania in December 1989.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piaka Revolukiei

The Revolution Square is not only the place of the violent Romanian Revolution from December 1989, but also the space where two distinct parts of the country's history clash: the royal past and the communist dictatorship.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ateneul Roman

This 19th-century monument is one of the must-see attractions of Bucharest. A testimony of the Romanian love for classical music, the Atheneum is a splendid historical monument featuring an impressive 75 meters fresco in the concert hall.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ceausescu Mansion

The former residence of communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Palace of Parliament

Locally known as the House of the People, the Palace of the Parliament is the most famous landmark of Romania’s communist period and the second largest administrative building in the world.The construction is truly monumental with more than 1,000 rooms with hand-made decorations from the finest and most expensive materials, including 1 million cubic meters of marble and 3,5 tonnes of crystal.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Piaka Constitukiei

The heart of the communist civic center.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Manastirea Antim

One of the churches saved from communist demolitions after being moved from its original location.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mihai Voda Monastery

One of the churches saved from communist demolitions after being moved from its original location.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Walking Tour of Communist Bucharest?

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-10233P1

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Walking Tour of Communist Bucharest?
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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Hotel pickup for groups of maximum 3 people.
  • Transport by private vehicle on some parts of the itinerary.
  • Professional guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • All Fees and Taxes.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 18. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Private Walking Tour of Communist Bucharest is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Walking Tour of Communist Bucharest 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once 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 2026

What's Included

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  • Hotel pickup for groups of maximum 3 people
  • Transport by private vehicle on some parts of the itinerary
  • Professional guide
  • Food and drinks
  • All Fees and Taxes

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

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