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Until the late 1980's, Romania was a communist state and Bucharest was a troubled place. That era left its marks on Bucharest, a city once known as 'Little Paris'.
Experience the best travel stories for yourself! Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems, while finding out the history that stays behind them.
This tour will allow you to discover some of the stories of life in Bucharest under communism, as well as significant places of interest related to the communist period.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet us by the Equestrian Statue of Carol Ist.
Itinerary
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1Piaka Revolukiei
Begin the tour in the city's most iconic square, full of landmarks such as the former Royal Palace (now the National Museum of Art), the former headquarters of the Communist Party, and the Central University Library.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Old Town
Stroll along the quaint cobble stone streets of Old Town, to see firsthand the effects of the nationalization process led by the Communist regime on the city's beautiful 19th century architecture.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
On to another landmark square of Bucharest to see a stunning example of larger-than-life communist architecture, in the form of the Palace of the Parliament, the world's second largest administrative building after the Pentagon. Learn about the destruction of historic neighborhoods in order to erect this megalomaniac, controversial complex of structures, and go behind the colossal buildings to see relics of a bygone era.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4University's Square
At University Square, we explore one of the most powerful symbolic spaces in Bucharest’s recent history. This was the place where, in December 1989, protesters built barricades and confronted the regime during the Romanian Revolution, in the final days leading to the fall of communism. The square became a scene of courage, tension, and ultimately, change. We will also talk about the University Square phenomenon of 1990, when thousands of people gathered here for weeks in one of the longest anti-communist protests in Eastern Europe, demanding real democracy. This movement was violently suppressed during the June 1990 Mineriad, a key moment that shaped Romania’s post-communist path. More than just a central location, University Square remains a symbolic meeting point for Bucharest’s citizens, a place where people come together to mark important moments, protest, and express their voices. It continues to reflect the city’s spirit, memory, and ongoing connection to its recent past.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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