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Old Town Highlights Tour

Take a stroll through the centre of Bucharest, formerly known as Little Paris, and explore its history, architecture, and personality. This private walking tour introduces you to the historical quarter of the city.
Duration 3.5 hours
Private tour available in French, English, Spanish, German, Italian
Group tour pricing from 65 EUR per person

Highlights

See the highlights from downtown Bucharest

Discover the medieval history of Bucharest by walking through the Old Town

Find out everything about Vlad Dracula

Experience all sides of Bucharest’s contrasting architecture

Go off the beaten path to visit some hidden spots

Learn about the greatest buildings from the communist regime in Romania

Description

Old Town Bucharest Tour starts in the biggest square – Piata Unirii. Here the lives of 50.000 people dramatically changed in the 1980s, when the Dictator Nicolae Ceausescu decided to build the Palace of the Parliament. Moreover we will admire the wide avenue leading to the colossal palace and hear the shocking tales about it.
Next, we will walk in the Old Town of Bucharest, on the steps of the most gruesome character in history – Vlad Dracula. Additionally, in the nearby Manuc’s Inn learn how Bucharest evolved at the merger between the East and the West.
Later, we will show you an eclectic mix of buildings like the National Bank of Romania, the Stavropoleos Monastery and the Villacrosse Passage. Besides, you will surely be charmed by the lively atmosphere in this quarter.
Afterwards we will walk on the avenue where kings had their daily strolls – the romantic Calea Victoriei. For example, superb Belle Epoque structures like the CEC Palace, Grand Hôtel du Boulevard or the University Library can be admired here.
In contrast, a stop in the Revolution Square will make you understand the harsh communist oppression and the control this regime had over people’s lives.

What’s included & not included

Professional English-speaking guide

Private tour

Tourist map of Bucharest

Traditional Romanian souvenir for each participant

Meals

Transportation

Meeting point

Piața Unirii, Bucharest, Romania
Bucharest
Piața Unirii, Bucharest, Romania
Maria B
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