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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
The Real Tour of Communism will take you through all of the major aspects regarding the life under communist rule in Romania which lasted officially from 1948 to 1989.
The Communism era was marked by the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu who ruled Romania for most of this period (1965-1989).
We will discover the landmarks of the Communist era to understand how the city's architecture was influenced and changed for ever. But also the former locations of the Secret Police where Romanians were interrogated and tortured too.
The tour ends in the Revolution Square where Nicolae Ceausescu had his last speech on Dec 21st 1989 few days before he was executed together with his wife.
A snack that survived to present days since the Communism times.
3 hour walking tour
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Departure Point
Aleea Dealul Mitropoliei 25, București, Romania
In front of the Patriarchal Cathedral. Address: Aleea Dealul Mitropoliei 25
Return Details
Piața Revoluției, București, Romania
The Revolution Square in Bucharest
Catedrala Patriarhala, Bucharest, Romania The Patriarchal Palace used to be the former headquarters of The Great National Assembly during the Communism period. 15 minutes
Palace of Parliament, Bucharest, Romania Find out the story of the second largest building in the world. 15 minutes
Mihai Voda Monastery, Bucharest, Romania Find out how some churches from 16th and 17th were lucky to be literally moved/translated (and not demolished). 15 minutes
Old Town, Bucharest, Romania In the Old Town of Bucharest there were the favorite restaurants of the Communists leadership. We will discover the story behind them. 15 minutes
Piaka Revolukiei, Bucharest, Romania The revolution against the Romanian communist party was the only bloody one in the former Iron Curtain. You'll discover the last days of Nicolae Ceausescu in power and the first days of freedom after 40+ years of communism. 15 minutes
Service animals allowed
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
The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress accordingly
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Cindie J
16 Nov 2024
Octavian is an amazing tour guide. He possesses a vast knowledge of Romanian history, especially pertaining to the Communist era.
681suev
15 Nov 2024
Absolutely loved this tour. Octavian was knowledgeable, friendly and entertaining. The insight into life before, during and after communism was fascinating. A really balanced account.
chrisnorley
08 Nov 2024
excellent walking tour. oktavos was a great guide. he was enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and interactive. the ‘eugenia’ snack was tasty. it was a cookie prominent in the communist days and still available today.
This tour in
Bucharest
is organized by
BUSINESS TRAVEL SOLUTIONS
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