Guided Walking Tour of Historical Bucharest

4.8
(81 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Embark on a historical walking tour with a friendly and professional guide and explore the wonderful city centre of Bucharest. Visit historic landmarks and ancient churches and let Alina , your local guide explain the interesting and often diverse history of this fascinating city. Including Unirii Square and fountains, the old centre, Revolution square and the beautiful Romanian Atheneum.

What's Included

Local guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Outside the main entrance of Manucs Inn, 62 Strada Franceza. Old Centre, Bucharest.

OR
Meeting point

Outside Main entrance (Archway)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • Manuc's Inn (Hanul lui Manuc) (Pass by)

    Learn the history of Bucharest's oldest and most famous Inn.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Learn about St Anton Orthodox Church. the former Coronation Church of Wallachian rulers, situated in the heart of Bucharest.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    See the ruins of the Old Princely Palace of Wallachian rulers, one of the oldest buildings in Bucharest and one time residence of Vlad the Impaler!

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Piaka Unirii

    The heart of Bucharest, with the beautiful, tastefully refurbished fountains, excellent photo opportunities.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The former Boulevard of Socialist Victory, Romania's Champs-Élysées

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Palace of Parliament (Pass by)

    The Palace of Parliament , looks over Unirii Boulevard, towards the centre of the city. Excellent photo opportunities.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Popular area at the top of Unirii Bouleverd, directly on front of the parliament buildings, excellent photo opportunities.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The church was built in 1724 has a fascinating history to discover.

    Admission ticket free
  • Palatul CEC (Pass by)

    Hear the history of the CEC palace, Bucharest.

    Admission ticket free
  • Calea Victoriei (Pass by)

    Take a walk along part of Victoria Avenue, lined with beautiful shops.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Enter the old centre of Bucharest, an area rich in culture and steeped in history dating back over 500 years.

    Admission ticket free
  • Macca Villacrosse Passage (Pass by)

    Enter passage Macca and Villacrosse and hear about its past.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the grandeur of Romania's National bank and hear about its interesting history.

    Admission ticket free
  • University's Square (Pass by)

    University Square, see the oldest and largest University in Bucharest, built by Alexandru Ioan Cuza , founded in 1864

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Suţu Palace, the history museum of Bucharest, former residence of Costache Suţu.

    Admission ticket free
  • Colkea Hospital (Spitalul Colkea) (Pass by)

    See Colțea Hospital and church, an iconic building in the centre of Bucharest, built in 1888.

    Admission ticket free
  • National Theatre Ion Luca Caragiale (Teatrul Nakional Ion Luca Caragiale) (Pass by)

    Pass by the National Theatre of Bucharest, an iconic building with many changes to its design in its short history!!

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Biserica Kretzulescu is a beaultiful church, with an interesting history to discover.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    See the area where the famous revolution of 1989 started and the memorials that commemorate the life changing events. Including the balcony where Nicolae Ceaușescu made his final speech, the former headquarters of the Communist party, the Monument of National Rebirth, King Carol the first's equestrian statue and the University library, and more. Excellent photo opportunities.

    Admission ticket free
  • 5

    The 25 meter high Memorial that commemorates the struggles and victims of the Romanian Revolution of Christmas 1989.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • Cercul Militar Nakional (CCA) (Pass by)

    The magnificent Military Circle and Sărindar Fountains.

    Admission ticket free
  • Ateneul Roman (Pass by)

    Built for the people of Bucharest by the people of Bucharest, over 100 years ago. Beautiful gardens and a stunning historical building. Excellent photo opportunities

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Supplied by Claires Bucharest Guided Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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