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Bucharest was once called ”Little Paris of the East” for its sophisticated Belle Époque elegance. But beneath the Romanian capital’s grand boulevards lies a more complex story of defiance.
On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll discover how an Ottoman trading hub became a modern European city, surviving fascism and one of history’s most dramatic revolutions.
The tour starts at the historic CEC Bank on Calea Victoriei. You’ll see the Villacrosse Passage with its vintage charm, and then follow the city’s most prestigious boulevard past architecture that’s seen centuries of political upheaval.
Along the way, you’ll hear stories that reveal how ordinary Romanians lived, loved, and fought for their beliefs through some of Europe’s most turbulent decades. The tour ends at Victory Square, where history and modern politics meet, and where you’ll find the impressive headquarters of the Romanian government, Victoria Palace.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
This self-guided audio tour starts in front of the Palace of the Deposits and Consignments. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
This self-guided audio tour ends in front of the Grigore Antipa National Museum of Natural History.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
This self-guided audio tour starts at the historic CEC Bank on Calea Victoriei. You’ll discover how an Ottoman trading hub became a modern European city, surviving fascism and one of history’s most dramatic revolutions.
Admission ticket free -
Macca Villacrosse Passage (Pass by)
You’ll see the Villacrosse Passage with its vintage charm, and then follow the city’s most prestigious boulevard past architecture that’s seen centuries of political upheaval.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You'll see University Square, where brave students sparked the 1989 Revolution, and the streets where elegant mansions once housed aristocrats, courtesans, and political conspirators.
Admission ticket free -
National Theatre Ion Luca Caragiale (Teatrul Nakional Ion Luca Caragiale) (Pass by)
On this walking tour, you'll pass by and learn about "Ion Luca Caragiale" National Theatre.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
On this walking tour, you'll pass by and learn about The Italian Church.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Find out where King Michael of Romania learned to swim in Hotel Lido’s revolutionary wave pool
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Stand in Revolution Square where Ceaușescu’s final speech turned into chaos as the crowd began booing and chanting ”Down with Ceaușescu!”
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Visit the Romanian Athenaeum, built through the ”Un leu pentru Ateneu” campaign, where citizens donated one leu each
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
On this walking tour, you'll pass by and learn about Amzei Church.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Hear how underground tunnels beneath Calea Victoriei may have served as escape routes for nobility and communist officials
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(Pass by)
Discover Casa Vernescu, a casino housed in a mansion that’s haunted by political intrigue and tragic love affairs
Admission ticket free -
George Enescu Museum (Muzeul George Enescu) (Pass by)
Walk past the building where George Enescu composed his famous Romanian Rhapsodies
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Grigore Antipa National Museum of Natural History
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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