4-Hour Bucharest Walking Tour through Old Town and Victory Avenue
About This Tour
Join this short walking tour of Bucharest and trace the history of Romania from ancient times to the present day. Stroll along the city's oldest avenue, Victory...
Duration: 4 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: Yes · City: Bucharest · Languages: English, French, Romanian
Know before you go: We will offer you a unique and colourful experience with many stories, presenting the history of Romania from ancient times to the present day, sharing childhood memories from the Golden Age - the Communism period, telling all kinds of anecdotes from the city's life, showing hidden gems, recommending favourite places, and giving insider tips on where to go and what to do not only in Bucharest but also in Romania.; During the tour, we will cover architecture, education, the health care system, the economy, religion, and any other aspect of social life you might be interested in.
About Bucharest
Bucharest
Forged by Wallachian princes and Ceau’escu’s communism, Bucharest pulses with energy. Get a local guide to show you its majestic parks, brutalist architecture and endless museum collections.
What's Included
- English-speaking guide
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Bucharest Old Town and Victory Avenue Walk
Meet your tour guide in front of Magazinul București (Bulevardul Ion C. Brătianu 36, București 030167), next to the Capitoline Wolf. Explore Bucharest's old town and talk about the Middle Ages. See Saint Anthony Church, Manuc's Inn, the Old Princely Court, Stavropoleos Monastery, and the National Bank. Walk along the oldest avenue in the city, Victory Avenue, and discover its secret passages. Stop at the Royal Palace to discuss modern and contemporary history. You will also cover highlights such as CEC Palace, the National History Museum, the University Library, and the Romanian Athenaeum. Finish the tour at Revolution Square, next to a monument that locals refer to as the Impaled Potato. Please note that the itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted according to your interests.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Magazinul București, Bulevardul Ion C. Brătianu, Bucharest, Romania · Tour start: Bulevardul Ion C. Brătianu 36, București 030167, Romania — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.