Why choose this tour ?
From the heart of the city to the tastes of the country, this tour takes you on a historical, architectural, and culinary adventure through the many faces (and tastes) of Bucharest! Journey deep into the neighbourhoods of La Belle Époque Bucharest, while sampling the traditional peasant foods that define Romanian cuisine.
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What makes Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Traditional Food Tour a unique experience ?
Your Bucharest tour begins at the National Theatre the geographical and administrative heart of the city, and the scene of titanic street battles between miners and students immediately after the Romanian Revolution.
We will take a short walk to Strada Batistei, formerly known as the 'St Germain' of Bucharest and the site of the old American embassy, now an overgrown testament to different times. This area is famed for its 19th-century Neo Romanian architecture that defines much of the national style.
We will pass by the Batiștei Church (Romanian: Biserica Batiștei) is a Romanian Orthodox church with an interesting history.
We'll then make your way to the Armenian quarter. The Armenians were a vibrant and successful merchant community in the 18th and 19th centuries, thanks to their valuable role as 'middlemen' for the Ottomans. Based around the Armenian church, their mahalla (neighborhood) features a spectacular variety of architectural styles from all over Europe and the Ottoman empire, as the wealthy merchants strove to out-do each other in taste and elegance. Classical, Belle Époque, Modernist, New-Romanian, Balkanic, eclectic — this quarter boasts all these styles, including the oldest documented house in Bucharest, which you will visit.
After, we'll experience the quintessential Bucharest public transport: a short ride on a tram. Rattling along the famous Mosilor Street, you’ll enter into Communist Bucharest, with its regimented blocks and housing projects, as you make your way to the famous Obor Market.
We will spend some time in the main market of the city bustling with colours smells and amazing street food to enjoy. You will have time to do some shopping for traditional items after which we will sit down to taste some local produce and extremely tasty street food.
Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please notify at least 24 hours in advance as to whether you have any food allergies, sensitivities, or other dietary needs, such as vegetarian/vegan or gluten intolerant
- Small Group tour size a maximum of 12 people. Private tour option available just for you and your group.
- Food samples Include: ‘Peasant platter’ (local cheese and meats, seasonal vegetables, and homemade bread); street snack; 2 mici (includes bread and mustard); election of local cheeses and produce; Wallachian doughnut
- Drink samples Include: 3 beers (or 1 beer, 1 wine and 1 sour-cherry brandy); a shot of tuica (Romanian brandy). Soft drinks and coffee/tea are available as alcohol drinks replacement if required.
- We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day.
- During this tour we walk around 6 km and use the public transportation network
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Traditional Food Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Sample 3 local beers (or 1 beer, 1 wine, 1 sour-cherry brandy) and brave a shot of Romanian brandy
- Taste traditional Romanian food, including the best local cheese, the beloved mici street snack)
- Hop aboard a tram and ride through the city alongside locals (Tram ticket included)
- Taste a doughnut only found in this part of the country
- Get personalised tips for the area's best bars and eateries.
- Explore the neighbourhoods and flavours of Bucharest with local English-speaking guide
- Browse through the biggest and liveliest peasant market in Bucharest
Not Included
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips/gratuities for your guide
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Intrepid Urban Adventures - Romania.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Bucharest.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 556 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 12 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Dietary Notes Please notify at least 24 hours in advance as to whether you have any food allergies, sensitivities, or other dietary needs, such as vegetarian/vegan or gluten intolerant. Dress Code Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Additional Information We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day. Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour: *Your tour visits venues that serve food from local sources, and also goes to the farmers' market where we buy produce from small family farms from around Bucharest. *This tour also cuts out single use plastic by offering tap water at the locations we visit. *Your tour visits off-the beaten path locations, avoiding the overcrowded touristic sites of the city and giving you more insight into local life. Review us How did we do? Your experience matters! Let us know by leaving a review.
