Bucharest Must See Walking Tour

Get ready to discover all the best places in Bucharest, their fascinating stories and the city’s unforgettable contrasts. Experience Bucharest through a local’s eyes while taking a break for coffee and cakes in Romania’s most famous cafe.

At the top of the list of Bucharest must see attractions is the iconic Romanian Athenaeum building. This superb concert hall is regarded by many as the most beautiful building in the city and it also has an amazing story.

Next up, you will hear captivating stories about kings and the world wars in the shadow of King Carol’s statue.

In contrast to the structures from the royal period stands the Revolution Square. Here you’ll find the former headquarters of the Communist Party. Besides this, in the square you will discover the life story of the infamous dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu. But most importantly, you will get a glimpse into the communist oppression in Romania and the first live streamed revolution in the world.

In the first half of the tour, we shall walk along this most famous historical street in Bucharest and take in the many landmarks here. We shall stop at the statue of the first Romanian king, the former Royal Palace as well as in the Revolution Square, near the former headquarters of the Communist Party. Here is the best place to hear intriguing stories about monarchy and war, as well as the rise and fall of the infamous dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu.

In the middle of the tour, we will stop at a historical cafe and cake shop, the oldest in Bucharest. Here you will enjoy the laid-back atmosphere and decor, while sipping a cup of coffee and some savory Romanian cakes.

Afterwards, we will walk on the quaint cobblestone streets of the Old Town. Medieval Oriental inns, small 19th century merchant houses and imposing palaces await you here with many great tales. During the Old Town walk, you’ll also see the essential sights from this famous quarter in Bucharest as well as go inside the most famous bookshop in Romania.

The center of trade and finances in Bucharest was located in downtown and during the end of the 19th century, several commercial passages modelled after Paris were created here. The one you will visit is the most impressive and surprising passage in Bucharest.

Built during the 1880s, the palace that houses the institution of the National Bank of Romania is a superb example of French architecture. Here you will discover the intriguing history of the Romanian currency, as well as the curious way in which locals think of prices.

Since Bucharest was influenced for several centuries by the culture of the Ottoman Empire, the city used to feature many Oriental style buildings. One of the few structures from that period that's still standing and thriving is Manuc's Inn, a former caravanserai and a wonderful place which takes us back in time to the early 1800s.

Visit the most beautiful church in Bucharest and one of the few active monasteries in the city. This place is a treasure of Romanian architecture and a space of tranquility.

Known as the largest administrative building in Europe - the Palace of the Parliament, is a monumental construction made during Romania's communist past under the command of the megalomaniac dictator Ceausescu. You will not only be shocked by the sheer size of this building, but also by the story of how it was made, which saw over 20,000 houses destroyed in the central part of Bucharest. However, it is very inspiring to discover that behind the facades of Ceausescu's new constructions, there are still a few hidden old houses as well as churches which survived the demolition frenzy. We will only see this building from outside.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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• This Tour is Provided by BTrip Bucharest Tours.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Bucharest.
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