Overview
The only tour in Bucharest that includes outside walking at the main communist landmarks and inside the Museum of Communism in Bucharest, where you will have a communist snack that was very popular in the 80s.
During a 3 hours walking tour you will find out all the details related to communism as a doctrine and how it shaped the life of people by slowly stripping them of pride, individuality, religion and cultural identity. We will also visit important communist landmarks and you can observe, with the help of old pictures, how communism managed to change completely the aspect and architecture of Bucharest.
You can see, touch and even take pictures with communist relics, you get the chance to taste an original communist snack or drink a communist coffee.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Communist coffee
Popular communist snack, sweet or salty depending on the availability
Ticket inside the Communism Museum of Bucharest - skip the line
All fees and/or taxes
Money back guarantee 100%
English or Spanish speaking guide
Other Drinks than the communist coffee
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
Gratuities for the guide
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Social One Restaurant, Constitution Square
What to expect
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Palace of Parliament
20 min
You will find out the amazing facts about The Palace of Parliament, why and how it was built and all about Ceausescu's crazy dream. We do not enter inside the building.
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Manastirea Antim
15 min
A monastery built in 18th century, that escaped from the demolition done during communism and a part of it was actually moved entirely just to fulfill the big plans of the dictator.
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10 min
The boulevard that was built in front of the Palace of Parliament and all his secrets.
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Piaka Revolukiei
20 min
The place where Ceausescu had his last speech and where the revolution started in Bucharest on 21st of December 1989.
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15 min
The small square next to the University bears the name of 21st of December 1989, because this is where most part of the Romanian revolution took place. Find out the details about post communist Romania and the mistakes that we made on our way to democracy.
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Museum of Communism Bucharest - Undeva in Comunism
40 min
We will visit the museum where you can interact with exhibits, try on clothes and we will have a communist snack (sweet or salty, depending on the availability) at the location exactly inside the living room of the museum.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Bucharest).
Additional Information
- The tour takes place with a minimum of 2 people.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Communist Bucharest - Flavors & Stories (tour, museum & snack)
Can I cancel Communist Bucharest - Flavors & Stories (tour, museum & snack) for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
Social One Restaurant, Constitution Square
What's included?
- Communist coffee
- Popular communist snack, sweet or salty depending on the availability
- Ticket inside the Communism Museum of Bucharest - skip the line
- Money back guarantee 100%
- English or Spanish speaking guide
What's not included?
- Other Drinks than the communist coffee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
- Gratuities for the guide
Which places does it visit?
It visits Palace of Parliament, Manastirea Antim, Piaka Revolukiei, Museum of Communism Bucharest - Undeva in Comunism.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Spanish.
Operated by Bucharest by Foot Tours
