Brasov Old Town Small-Group Walking Tour

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Brasov City Walking Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Admire the charming Old Town on a walking tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Get to know Braşov Old Town on a 2-hour walking tour, with a guide. As you walk between the top Braşov attractions, hear historical facts and stories about this lovely city and learn how it grew and fared in medieval times. Explore picturesque Piata Sfatului Square with its Council Hall and colorful houses; stroll down an intriguing alleyway, said to be the narrowest in Eastern Europe; and see the Black Church, St Nicholas Church and First Romanian School Museum, among other sights. Numbers are limited to a maximum of 10 for a more personalized experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Active Travel Day Tours

Ages: Adults (9–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Pick up ONLY from Brasov

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Entrance fees

Itinerary

Brasov Historical Center

30 min Admission not included

Meet your group in Braşov Old Town for your 2-hour walking tour. Then, before setting out, get a rundown of Braşov’s history from your guide as a curtain raiser to your explorations. Hear about Brasov’s ancient origins and role as an important market town in medieval Transylvania. Each sight on your tour has a tale behind it, so follow your guide around to unravel their secrets.

Admire Piata Sfatului, the pretty main square and once the hub of medieval city life. Take in the pink-and-peach-colored houses and admire the Council House (Casa Sfatului) at the center, with its Trumpeter’s Tower. View some of the towers that were part of Braşov’s medieval fortifications, and walk along cobbled Rope Street (Strada Sforii), a walkway that's said to be the narrowest lane in Eastern Europe. As you stroll, gaze up at the Hollywood-style ‘Brasov’ sign perched in the hills above.
Black Church

50 min Admission not included

Visit the Black Church (Biserica Neagră), Braşov’s most celebrated landmark and one of Eastern Europe’s most iconic religious monuments. Hear how its name originates from a 17th-century fire that blackened its walls, and go inside (own expense) to admire its interior, with statues, artwork and a 4,000-pipe organ.

Stroll through the city to learn a little more about its sights and history, and then end your tour at the start point.
Prima Scoala Romaneasca

40 min Admission not included

Continue to the Şchei district to see St Nicholas Church, a fairy tale Orthodox church that dates back to the 15th century. Gaze at the frescoes and icons inside, and then head to the neighboring First Romanian School Museum, home to Transylvania’s first school.Pay the entrance fee and, accompanied by your guide, explore the old schoolroom with its original desks and collection of antique books.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Brasov
Hotel Kolping
Residence Ambient
Belfort Hotel
Ambient Pension
Hotel Apollonia
Hotel Aro Palace
Ambient Hotel & Restaurant
Kronwell Brasov Hotel
Armatti Hotel

Using your ticket

On departure the guide will hold a signboard for you to recognize: Meeting Point GUARANTEED DEPARTURES DAY TOURS

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%

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes recommended
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Monday most of the sites are closed, including Black Church.
Black Church is closed on some specific days during the year (religious or administrative purpose)
First Romanian School Museum is opened till 5 pm.

Options

Minimum 2 people

Tour with Hotel Transfers: Book tour, including hotel pickup and drop-off, departing5pm: April 6 - October 7;3pm: October 9 - April 7

Pickup included
Solo Traveler

1 person, hotel transfer: When you book the rate as 1 person, in case we have other clients, we refund the difference you payed as solo traveler.

Pickup included