Activity Bucharest, Romania

Life under Communism

4.9 (358 reviews) 3 hours Free cancellation

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Communist-era apartment building — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Romanian Anti-Communist Revolution of 1989 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

In this 3-hour walking tour about communism, you'll discover the major landmarks and events of the communist period of history in Bucharest: the violent beginnings of the communist regime, the nationalization and forced demolition of thousands of houses, the Palace of the Parliament, the Ceausescu family and the anti-communist revolution of 1989.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Guided Stories

Ages: Adults (14–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Catedrala Patriarhala

10 min

Discuss the violent beginning of Communism.
Palace of Parliament

15 min Admission not included

Hear the real story behind the world's second largest administrative building.
Manastirea Antim

10 min

Explore this picturesque medieval monastery, and hear how religion was impacted by the Communist regime.
Old Town

10 min

Discover the spectacular "Caru' cu bere" restaurant, and its role for foreign policy under Communism
Piaka Revolukiei

15 min

Discover the violent collapse of Communism, and Ceausescu's downfall.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Near the red-brick bell tower of the Patriarchal church.

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.