Bucharest Under Communism: Private Tour and Ceausescu Mansion

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Are you curious about the infamous leader of Romania’s communist regime? Do you want to uncover the truth about "the instrument of terror"? Are you interested in learning how people lived under oppression and shortages? Join us on a profound journey to explore what the communist regime meant for Romania and its people.

Why You Should Choose This Tour
• In-Depth Historical Insight: Gain a comprehensive understanding of Romania’s communist past, including key events and figures that shaped the era.
• Exclusive Access: Explore significant sites related to Ceausescu’s regime and the 1989 Revolution, offering a rare glimpse into Romania’s recent history.
• Emotional and Educational Experience: Reflect on the courage of individuals who resisted oppression and the impact of these events on the country's journey toward democracy.
• Personalized Experience: Benefit from an engaging, guided tour that provides context, historical detail, and personal stories, making the past come alive.

What's Included

Private tour led by a local English speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bucharest (selected hotels only)
Transportation by sedan car (1-4 pers) or minivan (5-8 pers) with Air conditioned and WIFI on board
Food and drinks
Entrance fee to Ceausescu's Mansion - Spring Palace

Meeting and pickup

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

We will pick you up from your central hotel in Bucharest

OR
Meeting point
Bucharest

We will pick you up from your central hotel in Bucharest

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Ceausescu Mansion

    Private house of Ceausescu’s family called Primaverii Palace. Hidden by the public eyes so far, the comfortable house was recently open for everyone. The inside tour will show the luxury lifestyle of our last communist dictator.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Piaka Revolukiei

    Revolution Square and Communist Party Headquarter, see the balcony of Ceausescu’s last speech, stop in front of State Security Headquarter, the infamous offices of forced confessions, torture and execution during the communism regime. We will present you video clips/printed materials from the revolution time (21-23 December 1989). We will talk about the people’s courage, terror and hope to a better future for their children.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • Palace of Parliament (Pass by)

    The largest administrative building in the world, buint as a future house for the dictato's family

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

    Place of the clash barricade between the police and the revolutionaries

    Admission ticket free
  • Calea Victoriei (Pass by)

    One of the oldest boulevards in Bucharest

    Admission ticket free
  • Palatul Regal/Royal Palace (Pass by)

    The royal palace in the Revolution Square

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Old Town

    An old part of Bucharest that suppose to be turned down by Ceausescu

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Crafted Tours Romania

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Cancellation Policy

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

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