Bucharest

The Real tour of Communism

5.0(754 reviews)
3hFree cancellation

Description

The Real Tour of Communism will take you through all of the major aspects regarding the life under communist rule in Romania which lasted officially from 1948 to 1989. The Communism era was marked by the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu who ruled Romania for most of this period (1965-1989). We will discover the landmarks of the Communist era to understand how the city's architecture was influenced and changed for ever. But also the former locations of the Secret Police where Romanians were interrogated and tortured too. The tour ends in the Revolution Square where Nicolae Ceausescu had his last speech on Dec 21st 1989 few days before he was executed together with his wife.

Highlights

  • Short term availability
  • Cultural Tours
  • Excellent Quality
  • Top Product
  • Half-day Tours
  • Private and Luxury
  • Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
  • Walking Tours
  • Curated Catalog
  • Weather Dependent - Low

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • A snack that survived to present days since the Communism times (not available for the short tour)
  • 3 hour walking tour (or 2 hrs for the short version)

Not included

  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. 1

    The Patriarchal Palace used to be the former headquarters of

    The Patriarchal Palace used to be the former headquarters of The Great National Assembly during the Communism period.

    15 min
  2. 2

    Find out the story of the second largest building in the wor

    Find out the story of the second largest building in the world.

    15 minAdmission not included
  3. 3

    Find out how some churches from 16th and 17th were lucky to

    Find out how some churches from 16th and 17th were lucky to be literally moved/translated (and not demolished).

    15 min
  4. 4

    In the Old Town of Bucharest there were the favorite restaur

    In the Old Town of Bucharest there were the favorite restaurants of the Communists leadership. We will discover the story behind them.

    15 min
  5. 5

    The revolution against the Romanian communist party was the

    The revolution against the Romanian communist party was the only bloody one in the former Iron Curtain. You'll discover the last days of Nicolae Ceausescu in power and the first days of freedom after 40+ years of communism.

    15 min

Meeting point

Meeting point ONLY for short version 2 hours tour: in front of the National Thatre, near the KM0 Monument

Useful information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress accordingly
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • The Revolution Square in Bucharest

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Neonato0-2 anni
  • Bambino3-15 anni
    21
  • Adulto16-99 anni
    22

Review distribution

  • 5
    725
  • 4
    25
  • 3
    3
  • 2
    0
  • 1
    1

Available options

  • Tour on Communism Regular

    Tour on Communism: The aim of The Tour of Communism is to offer tourists a guided tour that will take them through all of the major aspects regarding life under communist rule in Romania which lasted from1948 to 1989. Starting point: The Patriarchal Cathedral, Aleea Dealul Mitropoliei 25, București, Romania

  • 2hours Tour on Communism

    Duration: 2 hours Exceptions from the Regular: This version doesn’t include snacks Shorter version: Stops: University, Metro, Romanian Tian An Men Square, Nationalization, new buildings and demolishion, Securitate, Revolution Starting point : The shorter version of the tour starts at the University Square, near KM0 monument: Starting point: Cristian Paturca, Monument Cristian Pațurcă, București, Romania

  • Exceptions Regular Tour

    Starting point: The Patriarchal Cathedral, Aleea Dealul Mitropoliei 25, București, Romania

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