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Contrasts of Communism - Small Group Walking Tour in Bucharest

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Contrasts of Communism - Small Group Walking Tour in Bucharest

About this activity

You will discover the story of the rise to power of the Romanian communist party and the unparalleled cult of personality of dictator Nicolae Ceausescu, standing in front of his iconic balcony. You will learn how Ceausescu’s craving for applause led to his overturn in the most violent anti-communist revolution of 1989.

You will go off the beaten path and take advantage of Bucharest's great public transportation to get to the Memorial Cemetery of the Heroes of 1989 and a unique Monument for the leaders of the communist party.

On a tour full of contrasts you will learn about day-to-day life during communism, the economy, the propaganda, the relationship with religion, the fear of the secret police.

You will also explore the Civic Center and the exterior of the Palace of Parliament and learn about the achievements of architects, but also the sacrifices for the local community, the demolitions during the 1980s.

You will finish the walk on Unirii Boulevard, near Parliament and old town.

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At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 8 people
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
My nice Romania

Ages: Adults (14–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Public transportation ticket

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    30 min

    You will stand in the place where Nicolae Ceausescu held his last speech in 1989 and hear the story of the rise and fall of the communist dictatorship.

  2. University's Square

    30 min

    You will stand at KM0 of Romanian freedom of speech, where the first heroes died for liberty in Bucharest on the 21st of December 1989, and unpack the current political climate in Romania.

  3. Stop 3

    15 min

    You will travel off the beaten by public transportation to explore a typical working-class neighbourhood and see how the 1970s grey communist blocks are getting reinvented thanks to colorful street art.

  4. Stop 4

    30 min

    You will walk around the quiet paths of the Memorial Cemetery dedicated to the Heroes killed in the revolution of 1989 and learn their personal stories.

  5. Stop 5

    30 min

    You will get a unique view from one of the highest hills in Bucharest and discover the Monument of the Heroes for the Freedom of the Motherland , built in honor of the communist party leaders.

  6. Palace of Parliament

    15 min Admission not included

    You will return to the city center and stand in front of the Palace of Parliament, the second-largest administrative building in the world, the last whim of Nicolae Ceausescu

  7. Stop 7

    15 min

    You will end the tour near the dancing fountains on Unirii Boulevard, designed as a ''home-court advantage" to humble world leaders.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Go to street Boteanu no 3. Look for your guide in front of the entrance of the small coffee shop called Boteca13

End point

  • You end the tour near Parliament and old town.

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.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller ratings

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