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Communism vs Monarchy Free Tour
free walking tour

The Communism vs Monarchy free tour is not just “walking history”.
But it is a stroll full of intriguing stories and happenings.
Ultimately they all left their mark on the architecture, streets and spectacular landmarks of Bucharest.
Join us to find a city of remarkable contrasts

Tour Details

 Every day – 15:00 ( 3PM)

 Duration – 2.5 hrs approx

 Cost: Pay what you wish

 Language- English

 Booking – is necessary

bucharest free tour

Communism vs Monarchy Free Tour
free walking tour

The Communism vs Monarchy free tour is not just “walking history”.
But it is a stroll full of intriguing stories and happenings.
Ultimately they all left their mark on the architecture, streets and spectacular landmarks of Bucharest.
Join us to find a city of remarkable contrasts

Tour Details

 Every day – 15:00 ( 3PM)

 Duration – 2.5 hrs approx

 Cost: Pay what you wish

 Language- English

 Booking – is necessary

Tour sights

The Romanian Athenaeum

Equestrian Statue Of King Carol

Revolution Square

Calea Victoriei Avenue

Casa Capsa Cakery

Cismigiu Garden

Dambovita River

Communist neighborhoods

Parliament Palace – last stop

Highlights

Get a deep insight into Bucharest’s Communist era on a free walking tour

Discover how a communist dictator demolished and changed an entire city

Hear personal stories about life behind the Iron Curtain from our guides

Learn how Bucharest needed just 50 years of monarchy to become the Paris of the East

We will visit the oldest garden in Bucharest, The Cismigiu Park

Stop by the second largest administrative building in the world, the Palace of the Parliament


Price: Pay what you wish at the end of the tour


 Booking – is necessary

 Duration: 2.5 hrs approx

 Meeting point: The Romanian Athenaeum building


What’s included?

Local professional guide

Tourist map of Bucharest

Tour sights

The Romanian Athenaeum

Equestrian Statue Of King Carol

Revolution Square

Calea Victoriei Avenue

Casa Capsa Cakery

Cismigiu Garden

Dambovita River

Communist neighborhoods

Parliament Palace – last stop

Highlights

Get a deep insight into Bucharest’s Communist era on a free walking tour

Discover how a communist dictator demolished and changed an entire city

Hear personal stories about life behind the Iron Curtain from our guides

Learn how Bucharest needed just 50 years of monarchy to become the Paris of the East

We will visit the oldest garden in Bucharest, The Cismigiu Park

Stop by the second largest administrative building in the world, the Palace of the Parliament


Price: Pay what you wish at the end of the tour


 Booking – is necessary

 Duration: 2.5 hrs approx

 Meeting point: The Romanian Athenaeum building


What’s included?

Local professional guide

Tourist map of Bucharest

What to expect

Splendid Belle Epoque structures standing on the Victoria Avenue, the first street in the world illuminated with oil lamps. Known as the Little Paris of the East by the travelers of the 19th century, Bucharest was occupied by foreign armies in World War I, heavily bombed in World War II, shaken by major earthquakes and finally came under the Iron Curtain

In the late part of the 20th century “The city of Joy” was surrounded by oppression, terror and hunger, under one of the strictest communist regimes in Europe.
In front of the intimidating Palace of the Parliament you will learn how the second largest administrative building in the world was built.

Relive the Romanian Revolution by standing in the square where the most blood was shed in December 1989, which culminated with the death of a dictator that was streamed on National Television.

Travel like you mean it and don’t just see the city, live the city with BTrip Bucharest free walking tours. Everything has a fascinating story, if it’s told by the right person.

What our customers say

5.0
Based on 429 reviews
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Luca S.
16:54 18 Jan 25
Stefan was a really nice guide, perfectly combining knowledge, history, fun facts and humor. 100% recommended
Tadej R.
09:07 13 Jan 25
The tour was very informative and the guide Bianca did great explaining the historical sites that and the stories behind them, would reccomend
Viola V.
14:45 08 Jan 25
That was really great. Stefania is super nice and knows a lot of things. As I was a solo traveller that was very good to be come familiari with the city and its culture! Higly recommend!
Christopher G.
16:04 04 Jan 25
Laura was AMAZING. We did both the Monarchy to Communism and Old Town tour with her. Was one of the best walking tour guides we have experienced. Information was so clearly provided and interesting. Highly recommended
Edoardo F.
20:13 03 Jan 25
The tour was well paced and the guide was insightful and knowledgeable, had a great time
April
19:58 03 Jan 25
This tour was amazingly knowledgeable and informative. Laura did an outstanding job walking me through all the history of Romania and of these monuments. Highly recommend it!!
Claudia E.
16:56 03 Jan 25
Laura was amazing! Super knowledgable and also created a great environment between the group. She had lots of historical facts and details and I loved learning about the city with a local. Definitely recommend!The tour is free but make sure you tip the guide (I gave about 20 lei)!
Julie D.
09:58 02 Nov 24
Great tour about the dark stories of Bucharest with Stefania !On the theme of the old town and Dracula, this visit was very enriching and allowed us to discover the culture of the country and its capital. Thank you Stefania.
himanshu P.
17:06 24 Sep 24
Laura was a fantastic guide through Bucharest's Old Town. Her deep knowledge of the area’s history, combined with her calm and friendly demeanor, made for a really enjoyable tour. She pointed out all the little details we would have missed and shared interesting stories that gave the city a new perspective.It was clear she loves what she does, and that enthusiasm rubbed off on us. If you’re looking for a relaxed, insightful walk through Bucharest, Laura is a great choice.It was clear she loves what she does, and that enthusiasm rubbed off on us. If you're looking for a relaxed, insightful walk through Bucharest, Laura is a great choice."*
Rosie L.
09:54 08 Jul 24
I went on the Old Town and Dracula Legends tour yesterday, our guide was Laura. The tour was well paced, with lots of interesting facts and stories along the way. Saw lots of wonderful things and got some great recommendations for food/drink/things to do for later that day. Laura was a great guide - very knowledgeable, friendly and made us laugh too! Thanks for the tour - we had a fabulous time!
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What to expect

Splendid Belle Epoque structures standing on the Victoria Avenue, the first street in the world illuminated with oil lamps. Known as the Little Paris of the East by the travelers of the 19th century, Bucharest was occupied by foreign armies in World War I, heavily bombed in World War II, shaken by major earthquakes and finally came under the Iron Curtain

In the late part of the 20th century “The city of Joy” was surrounded by oppression, terror and hunger, under one of the strictest communist regimes in Europe.
In front of the intimidating Palace of the Parliament you will learn how the second largest administrative building in the world was built.

Relive the Romanian Revolution by standing in the square where the most blood was shed in December 1989, which culminated with the death of a dictator that was streamed on National Television.

Travel like you mean it and don’t just see the city, live the city with BTrip Bucharest free walking tours. Everything has a fascinating story, if it’s told by the right person.

What our customers say

5.0
Based on 429 reviews
powered by Google
Luca S.
16:54 18 Jan 25
Stefan was a really nice guide, perfectly combining knowledge, history, fun facts and humor. 100% recommended
Tadej R.
09:07 13 Jan 25
The tour was very informative and the guide Bianca did great explaining the historical sites that and the stories behind them, would reccomend
Viola V.
14:45 08 Jan 25
That was really great. Stefania is super nice and knows a lot of things. As I was a solo traveller that was very good to be come familiari with the city and its culture! Higly recommend!
Christopher G.
16:04 04 Jan 25
Laura was AMAZING. We did both the Monarchy to Communism and Old Town tour with her. Was one of the best walking tour guides we have experienced. Information was so clearly provided and interesting. Highly recommended
Edoardo F.
20:13 03 Jan 25
The tour was well paced and the guide was insightful and knowledgeable, had a great time
April
19:58 03 Jan 25
This tour was amazingly knowledgeable and informative. Laura did an outstanding job walking me through all the history of Romania and of these monuments. Highly recommend it!!
Claudia E.
16:56 03 Jan 25
Laura was amazing! Super knowledgable and also created a great environment between the group. She had lots of historical facts and details and I loved learning about the city with a local. Definitely recommend!The tour is free but make sure you tip the guide (I gave about 20 lei)!
Julie D.
09:58 02 Nov 24
Great tour about the dark stories of Bucharest with Stefania !On the theme of the old town and Dracula, this visit was very enriching and allowed us to discover the culture of the country and its capital. Thank you Stefania.
himanshu P.
17:06 24 Sep 24
Laura was a fantastic guide through Bucharest's Old Town. Her deep knowledge of the area’s history, combined with her calm and friendly demeanor, made for a really enjoyable tour. She pointed out all the little details we would have missed and shared interesting stories that gave the city a new perspective.It was clear she loves what she does, and that enthusiasm rubbed off on us. If you’re looking for a relaxed, insightful walk through Bucharest, Laura is a great choice.It was clear she loves what she does, and that enthusiasm rubbed off on us. If you're looking for a relaxed, insightful walk through Bucharest, Laura is a great choice."*
Rosie L.
09:54 08 Jul 24
I went on the Old Town and Dracula Legends tour yesterday, our guide was Laura. The tour was well paced, with lots of interesting facts and stories along the way. Saw lots of wonderful things and got some great recommendations for food/drink/things to do for later that day. Laura was a great guide - very knowledgeable, friendly and made us laugh too! Thanks for the tour - we had a fabulous time!
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Price: Pay what you wish at the end of the tour


 Booking – is necessary

 Duration: 2.5 hrs approx

 Meeting point: The Romanian Athenaeum building