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It is the carotid artery of the city, where its vital energies flow. Today eclipsed by the traffic of wider boulevards, it best preserves, in its almost 4 kilometers, the history of over four centuries in the history of the capital of Romania, both through the diverse architecture of the buildings, and through the fascinating suite of history that stretches along its sides, accumulating the largest number of firsts in all of Bucharest: the first cinema, the first ice cream parlor, the first theater, the first taxis or the first sidewalk. If we add the presence of originals such as Constantin Tănase, the first Romanian superstar, Grigore Capșa, the most famous Romanian entrepreneur from the Belle Epoque, Tănăsache Eliad, one of the first cardboard millionaires, or even famous animals, such as the dog Leandru or the ram Ghiță, we get an amalgam that can capture the attention of the passer-by for hours, taking him through the corners of old Bucharest.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
A cardboard sign with the Damian Anfile Tours logo will be displayed, and the tour guide and his team will be wearing black t-shirts with the logo.
The endpoint is at the famous Casa Capșa, a very well-known landmark in Bucharest that is very conveniently located in the city centre, close to all means of public transportation.
Itinerary
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Built around 1835, according to the plans of the French architect Michel Sanjouand, at the command of the future lord of Wallachia, Barbu Știrbei (1789-1869), at that time a great advocate of justice. The palace in neoclassical style with many Greek elements will be used by Barbu Știrbei, in the period 1849-1856, as a princely residence of protocol, where several balls and gallant parties were held.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The first news regarding the existence of a place of worship on the site of today's White Church dates from the beginning of the 18th century, its founders being the priest Neagu Dârvaş, the lady Rada, and the lady Vişa. On the occasion of the archaeological excavations undertaken in 2012, the ruins of the walls of the altar, the pediment, and the nave from this first church were identified.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Muzeul Nakional de Arta al Romaniei
The building symbolizes the center of monarchical power in Romania and represents the main royal residence in Bucharest. It was effectively used to host the official activities of the Royal Family of Romania until August 24, 1944, when it was bombed and remained uninhabitable until the departure of King Mihai in his forced exile.
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
4Ateneul Roman
The most famous concert hall in the country, in George Enescu Square. The building, which is made in a combination of neoclassical and eclectic style, was built between 1886 and 1888 according to the plans of the French architect Albert Galleron. Currently, it also houses the headquarters of the "George Enescu" Philharmonic.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
5Biblioteca Centrala Universitara
The "Carol I" Central University Library in Bucharest is the oldest university library in Bucharest, located in the Palace of the "Carol I" University Foundation, the headquarters of the Royal Foundations.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6
The Palace of the Ministry of the Interior (the former headquarters of the Central Committee of the Romanian Communist Party, also called the "Palace of the Senate" after the events of 1989) is a building in Revolution Square in Bucharest. The building has a special historical significance, as from the balcony above the entrance Nicolae Ceaușescu, the communist leader of Romania, gave his last speech on December 21, 1989.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
7
The Kretzulescu Church, considered one of the most valuable architectural monuments of the city, was built in 1720-1722 by the care of the great logofat Iordache Kretzulescu and his wife Safta, one of the daughters of the ruler Constantin Brâncoveanu.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
One of the basements of the Passage hosted, from 1940 until the 50s, the Fu-Chang restaurant, the first restaurant with a Chinese specialty in Bucharest. Considering that it was sheltered from bombings, in 1944, in the midst of the war, it became a luxury restaurant, frequented by the wealthy of the Capital. It holds onto many great stories.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Cercul Militar Nakional (CCA)
The Palace of the National Military Circle is a building that houses the central cultural institution of the Romanian Army, with a cultural-educational, artistic, recreational-entertaining profile, as well as image, representation and protocol. The works for the construction of the Palace of the National Military Circle began in 1911, and the necessary funds were raised from donations, subscriptions and officers' dues (about 80%), as well as from state grants and repayable loans.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
10
Located on Calea Victoriei, at the intersection with Edgar Quinet street, near the National Military Circle, Capșa is a hotel, confectionery, cafe and restaurant. It was the largest company of restaurants and confectionery in Romania. In the cultural history of the city it remains the most famous cafe, a place for the Bohemians of Bucharest.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The timing between attraction varies, as our itinerary flow depends on the interest of the travelers for each visited site. The remaining time is meant to be spent walking and further discussing about the history of Bucharest.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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