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Journey back in time to an era of dancing, balls, jockey clubs, fringed dresses and secret love letters on this private Belle Époque walking tour of Bucharest. Admire the most famous palaces and mansions of the 19th century and see why Bucharest was called the "Paris of the East". The soviet brutalist architecture of the 20th century and the earthquake of 1977 destroyed the majority of the old glamour but on this tour you will walk exactly on the boulevards or neighborhoods where most of the old landmarks are still standing or were carefully restored.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
For pick-up, please select your hotel from the list or provide an exact address. Your private guide will meet you in the hotel lobby, next to the reception desk. We offer free pick-up & drop-off anywhere in Bucharest.
Itinerary
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1Old Town
Imagine yourself in the late 19th century, in a romantic era of peace and prosperity called the “Belle Époque." At the time, Bucharest was a city where the West met the East, instantly charming travelers with its multicultural diversity, bohemian lifestyle, and gorgeous architecture. The city experienced its greatest cultural boom during this period, and was known as the Paris of the East. This 3-hour private tour is structured as a story, taking you along the famous Victory Boulevard and through the restored Old Town. Each major attraction has its own tale to tell, allowing you to go back in time and discover the social and cultural life of the era. You’ll see beautiful palaces and historical buildings of Neoclassic, Art-Nouveau, Baroque, and Byzantine styles. The Old Town is an area bursting with life that still resembles the charm of the Belle Époque with its old street lamps, vintage cafés, bistros & lounges nestled within 18th century houses, and street musicians on every corner. You will be picked up and dropped off at your hotel in Bucharest, and accompanied by a private local guide who will tell you the stories of the 19th century, the history behind the buildings and answer any additional questions you have.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, up to 3 Km in total (less than 2 miles)
- Slow paced walking tour with several stops for photos, rest or refreshments
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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