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Life in Communist Bucharest Free Tour

Duration: 2h and 30min
Languages: English
Quality Verified Registered on August 10, 2018

Walkabout Free Tours are the perfect choice to make the most of your time in Bucharest! We are the first free tour in town. With more than 10 years experience in the guiding industry, we will show you all the must-see-sites and hidden gems of our wonderful and exciting city while having fun. Join us for a memorable tour of Bucharest history, culture, and attractions.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Discover the main landmarks of communist history in Bucharest with our passionate local guides. We will start the tour in the Revolution Square by the former headquarter of the Romanian Communist Party and continue off the beaten path to see another face of Bucharest that we do not show on the other tours we offer.

 During the walking tour we will share stories of communism in Romania, pros and cons of the period, the relation between the communist regime and religion, industry, labor, economy, culture and everyday life of the people.

We try to be objective in presentation but share true family stories.

 Be prepared to explore the city in a 2.5 hour long walk while exploring life under the socialist regime and visiting sites that played a role in communist days.
On the tour, we cover sights and attractions such as:

  • Revolution Square
  • Former Headquarters of the Communist Party
  • Palace Hall
  • Cismigiu Park
  • Mihai Voda Church
  • Palace of Parliament 

...and MANY more hidden gems and curiosities that most locals don't even know!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • This tour is organized by Walkabout Free Tours, the first free tour in town.  
  • Please wear comfortable shoes as we are going to walk around 2h and 30 min
  • Cost: the tours are tip-based so you can pay whatever you think is appropriate at the end of the tour.

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Piața Revoluției, București, Romania
    Piața Revoluției, București, Romania
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    We meet by the Rebirth Memorial in the Revolution Square. Look for our orange umbrella!

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Revolution Square
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Ministerul Afacerilor Interne
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Sala Palatului
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Cișmigiu-Park
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Colegiul Național Gheorghe Lazăr
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Teatrul Elisabeta
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Izvor
  • 8
    Outside visit
    "Michael the Voivode" Church
  • 9
    Outside visit
    Palace of Parliament

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 20 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Only cash payment is accepted.
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