Private Tour of Bucharest
Our private tours
If you want to explore Bucharest with an exclusive English-speaking guide just for you and your group, why not book one of our private tours? These eight-hour walking tours can be tailored to your needs and preferences. Have a look at our suggested itineraries below:
Tour of Bucharest
After being picked up from your hotel, you'll begin your guided walking tour of Bucharest, getting to know the incredible cultural heritage of the Romanian capital. Visit the Dimitrie Gusti National Village Museum, an ethnographic museum that is home to over 270 authentic Romanian peasant houses and farms which showcase the country's rural life. You'll also see the Romanian Orthodox Patriarchal Cathedral and the Romanian Athenaeum, an ornate Neo-Classical concert hall.
Explore one of the most important buildings in the city, the Romanian Parliament building. The immense building holds the title of the world's heaviest building, amongst other records - admire its imposing architecture as you hear all about the history of Bucharest. You'll also stroll through the Herastrau Park, before reaching the Arcul de Triumf, the city's triumphal arch. This tour follows a similar route to our regular guided tour of Bucharest.
Tour of Communist Bucharest
If you're interested in learning about the Communist era in the Romanian capital, this is the tour for you. While your expert English-speaking guide explains the history of Ceausescu's dictatorship and reveals the myths and legends of Communism in Romania, you'll explore the landmarks left over from these dark years throughout the city. You'll see Constitution Square and the enormous Romanian Parliament building, also known as the Palace of Parliament, constructed under the orders of the dictator.
Wander through Revolution Square, the site of the dictator's most popular speech in 1968, and of the speech he made in 1989 which resulted in revolt against him. Discover Ceausescu's former residence, where you can see how he and his family lived. You'll also visit the memorial dedicated to the victims of the Romanian Revolution, and see the iconic InterContinental Hotel.
Hotel pick up
Your tour guide can either pick you up from your hotel in Bucharest (provided it is central), or you can meet them in another preferred location in the city centre. Please bear in mind that if you start your tour from your hotel, this will be included in the total tour time, so you sightseeing time will be reduced.
Important information
If the Romanian Parliament building is closed, you will instead visit the Cotroceni Palace, the official residence of the President of Romania.
More Information
Duration
8 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Pick up and drop off at hotel.
Transport by minibus.
English speaking guide.
Private and exclusive tour: there will be no other people in your group.
Entry to the monuments in the description.
When to book?
You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Rolandia Travel
Corporate name: Rolandia
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Does the tour include entry to the various monuments?
A - Yes.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
