Bucharest Old Town:
Legends, Landmark and Local Life

București, România
2.5 hours
5.0 (780)
Art & Culture Walking Tours History
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Tour group in square
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What You Will Do

Medieval history is often filled with violence and bloodshed, make no mistake, Bucharest was not different.
Brave warriors and crazy rulers have risen and fallen in the former county of Wallachia.
Join us to discover all these legends of Bucharest on a free tour.

Tour Details

 Every day: 10:30 AM

 Duration: 2.5 hrs approx

 Language: English

 Cost: tips based

 Booking: is necessary

Tour sights

Manuc’s Inn – meeting point

Dracula’s Old Court

Stavropoleos Church

Calea Victoriei Avenue

Villacrosse Passage

Old Town Bucharest

Lipscani Street

Saint George Church

University Square – last stop

Highlights

Get an insight into the medieval age in Romania

Find out the gruesome tales about Vlad Dracula and the belief in vampires

Visit the most beautiful monastery in Bucharest

Discover how Bucharest transformed into Little Paris

Learn about the Romanian cuisine and what you must eat while here

What’s included?

Local professional guide

Tourist map of Bucharest

Meeting point

What to expect

A city founded in the Middle Ages, Bucharest was the capital city of Wallachia and featured extensive fortifications in the Old Town.

One of the main people who influenced Bucharest was the ruler Vlad the Impaler. Delve into the legends surrounding Dracula and find out how he forever left his mark on Romanian history and culture.

Explore the main landmarks in the oldest part of Bucharest, while also uncovering their fascinating stories.
Medieval inns, colorful churches, cobblestone streets, brave yet cruel rulers in the City of Dracula!

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What our customers say

Bucharest Old Town: Legends, Landmark and Local Life

Bucharest, România
2.5 hours
Free Walking Tour

What You Will Do

Medieval history is often filled with violence and bloodshed, make no mistake, Bucharest was not different.
Brave warriors and crazy rulers have risen and fallen in the former county of Wallachia.
Join us to discover all these legends of Bucharest on a free walking tour.

Tour Details

 Every day: 10:30 AM

 Duration: 2.5 hrs approx

 Language: English

 Cost: tips based

 Booking: is necessary

booking Form

Tour sights

Manuc’s Inn – meeting point

Dracula’s Old Court

Stavropoleos Church

Calea Victoriei Avenue

Villacrosse Passage

Old Town Bucharest

Lipscani Street

Saint George Church

University Square – last stop

Highlights

Get an insight into the medieval age in Romania

Find out the gruesome tales about Vlad Dracula and the belief in vampires

Visit the most beautiful monastery in Bucharest

Discover how Bucharest transformed into Little Paris

Learn about the Romanian cuisine and what you must eat while here

What’s included?

Local professional guide

Tourist map of Bucharest

What to expect

A city founded in the Middle Ages, Bucharest was the capital city of Wallachia and featured extensive fortifications in the Old Town.

One of the main people who influenced Bucharest was the ruler Vlad the Impaler. Delve into the legends surrounding Dracula and find out how he forever left his mark on Romanian history and culture.

Explore the main landmarks in the oldest part of Bucharest, while also uncovering their fascinating stories.
Medieval inns, colorful churches, cobblestone streets, brave yet cruel rulers in the City of Dracula!

What our customers say

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  Uncover the best sights with a local guide on the Bucharest Old Town Tour

 Duration – 2.5 hrs approx


 Free Cancellation

  Hear personal stories about life behind the Iron Curtain from a professional guide

 Duration – 3 hrs approx


 Free Cancellation

  Experience Bucharest through a local’s eyes while taking a break for coffee and cakes

 Duration – 3.5 hrs approx


 Free Cancellation

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