Bucharest 3-hours Walking Tour (Small Groups)
At a glance
Bucharest 3-hours Walking Tour (Small Groups) is a 3h small-group experience in Bucharest, Romania, operated by Mara's Tours&Travel. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 120 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $46.24 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: 1 traditional Romanian snack.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 120 travellers
- Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 3h
- Group
- Small group, up to 10 travellers
- Languages
- English, Italian
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Get an insider's view of Bucharest with a tour led by a local guide. Stroll through more than 500 years of Romanian history, from Vlad the Impaler, to the Monarchy, to communism and the revolution in 1989.
On this tour you will get a good mix of iconic and hidden landmarks. You will be amazed by the immense Palace of the Parliament and the longest synchronized fountains in the world. You will discover stories hidden inside the palaces of „Little Paris”. And it’s all spiced up with local tips on spending the rest of the day in authentic places.
What's included
What's included
- 1 traditional Romanian snack
Not included
- Tips/gratuities for your guide
- Entrance to the Romanian Athenaeum 15 lei (3 EUR) *cash only*
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Your tour starts at Unirii Square with a paronamic view of Unirii Boulevard, the Romanian "Champs-Elysees", together with the Palace of the Parliament, the second-largest administrative building in the world.
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Stop 2 · 15m
The route will take you past the medieval Old Town, today transformed into Bucharest's bustling downtown.
Visit Manuc's Inn, caravanserai and the city's largest inn. -
Stop 3 · 15m
Visit St. Anthony's Church, the oldest in the city, followed by a stop at the ruins of the former Royal Court, where you can discover the surprising connection between Bucharest and Vlad the Impaler Dracula.
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Stop 4 · 15m
Visit the most beautiful monument of christian orthodox art in the old town, Stavropoleos Monastery.
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Stop 5 · 30m
Jumping forward to the 18th and 19th centuries, you can admire the many beautiful French-style buildings and hidden passsageways on Lipscani and Calea Victoriei streets, and discover why Bucharest was once known as Little Paris.
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Stop 6 · 30m
Talk to your guide about what Communist rule meant for Romania, how the Nicolae Ceausescu regime collapsed and how the country changed after the 1989 revolution.
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Stop 7 · 15m
End the tour in front of one of the most iconic buildings in Bucharest, the Romanian Athenaum concert hall. It stands as a testament of the amazing development of Romania during the Monarchy.
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of McDonald's at Piata Unirii.The guide will wear a tag and there will be a sign with Mara's Tours & Travel. Please provide a phone number that will be reachable during the tour (roaming, Wi-Fi calling, or a messaging app linked to that number) so we can contact you.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Reliable Contact Number-Please provide a phone number that will be reachable during the tour (via international roaming, Wi-Fi calling, or a messaging app linked to that number). This allows the guide to contact you if needed and helps ensure a smooth meeting process.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Bucharest 3-hours Walking Tour (Small Groups) take?
The experience lasts about 3h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $46.24 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
1 traditional Romanian snack.
Where does it start?
Meet your guide in front of McDonald's at Piata Unirii.The guide will wear a tag and there will be a sign with Mara's Tours & Travel. Please provide a phone number that will be reachable during the tour (roaming, Wi-Fi calling, or a messaging app linked to that number) so we can…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Italian.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 120 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Bucharest.
