Private Bucharest Communist Tour with the People's House and Ceausescu Residence
7 hours
Easy
The communist regime left a powerful mark on the whole Eastern Bloc, even though one of Europe’s last dictators, Nicolae Ceausescu was taken down from power more than 30 years ago. The traces of communism are still clearly visible throughout the city.
Destroying almost 6 square kilometers (4 miles) of buildings in the heart of the city , taking down the statues of the Romanian Kings and removing their stone-carved portraits from the Arch of Triomphe, these are just a few of the decisions that reshaped Bucharest and transformed it during the Communist Era, called the Golden Era by the fanatics.
The communist regime left a powerful mark on the whole Eastern Bloc, even though one of Europe’s last dictators, Nicolae Ceausescu was taken down from power more than 30 years ago. The traces of communism are still clearly visible throughout the city.
Catch a glimpse of how the Communist era shaped Romania in a historic tour of Bucharest. Visit metro stations and apartment buildings from that period and get a better understanding of how people lived their daily lives under the Ceausescu regime. Your tour includes a visit to the Palace of the Parliament and to the Ceausescu Residential Palace.
What's included?
Professional English-speaking guide Hotel pick-up and drop off Entrance fees for the Palace of the Parliament and Ceausescu Residence Private transportation
Exclusions
Photography fee for the Palace of the Parliament Lunch (approx. €13/person) Personal expenses
Please note
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum age is 12 years
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reservations for the Bucharest tour are made at least 48 hours in advance
Pick-up point: in front of your hotel
Departure: 10:00 AM
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
Not recommended for people with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for people with heart conditions
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• Please note: entrance tickets and transport included. This voucher will not be accepted if presented directly at the venue.
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time
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