Taste of Bucharest: Food and Culture Private Tour
Overview
Uncover Bucharest’s charm on this walking tour that combines history with the finest Romanian flavors. Explore the heart of the city, from grand boulevards to hidden gems, guided by a local expert. This experience is designed for curious travelers who want to explore the heart of Romania’s capital while indulging in its rich culinary heritage.
While discovering Bucharest’s iconic landmarks, indulge in tastings of traditional and modern Romanian dishes and desserts, carefully selected to showcase the country’s diverse flavors. Complement your experience with three local drinks, including beer, wine, buttermilk, water, coffee, or a soft drink.
Why Join This Tour?
• Two-in-one experience: Food and history in one tour.
• Expert insights: Learn about Bucharest and Romanian cuisine.
• Flavors of Romania: Taste carefully selected dishes and local drinks.
Book your spot today and experience Bucharest through its sights and flavors!
What's Included
- 6 different venue stops: historic buildings, artisanal food shops, and traditional restaurants
- 4 local drinks at your choice (beer, wine, brandy, buttermilk, coffee, soft drink, or water)
- Up to 8 local food tastings, carefully selected to showcase Bucharest’s culinary diversity
- A sit-down experience in a cozy local restaurant, where you can enjoy a relaxed food tasting
- A centrally located meeting point for easy access
- Private tour led by a licensed local guide
- Guided walking tour covering key historical and cultural highlights of Bucharest
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Strada Biserica Amzei 12
București 010392, Romania
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Strada Lipscani 25
București 030167, Romania
We will end our tour in the Old Town area
What To Expect
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Ateneul Roman
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piaka Revolukiei
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Calea Victoriei
Admission Ticket Free
Biblioteca Centrala Universitara (pass by)
Palatul Regal/Royal Palace (pass by)
Old Town
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Stavropoleos Monastery
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Macca Villacrosse Passage
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
- Not recommended for gluten-intolerant travelers
- Please inform us of any food allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements when booking.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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.
- 6 different venue stops: historic buildings, artisanal food shops, and traditional restaurants.
- 4 local drinks at your choice (beer, wine, brandy, buttermilk, coffee, soft drink, or water).
- Up to 8 local food tastings, carefully selected to showcase Bucharest’s culinary diversity.
- A sit-down experience in a cozy local restaurant, where you can enjoy a relaxed food tasting.
- A centrally located meeting point for easy access.
- Private tour led by a licensed local guide.
- Guided walking tour covering key historical and cultural highlights of Bucharest.
- Gratuities.
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 Taste of Bucharest: Food and Culture Private Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for gluten-intolerant travelers
- Please inform us of any food allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements when booking.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Taste of Bucharest: Food and Culture Private Tour 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
- 6 different venue stops: historic buildings, artisanal food shops, and traditional restaurants
- 4 local drinks at your choice (beer, wine, brandy, buttermilk, coffee, soft drink, or water)
- Up to 8 local food tastings, carefully selected to showcase Bucharest’s culinary diversity
- A sit-down experience in a cozy local restaurant, where you can enjoy a relaxed food tasting
- A centrally located meeting point for easy access
- Private tour led by a licensed local guide
- Guided walking tour covering key historical and cultural highlights of Bucharest
- Gratuities
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
- Not recommended for gluten-intolerant travelers
- Please inform us of any food allergies, intolerances or dietary requirements when booking.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
