BUCHAREST
Bucharest’s best days out.
The 15 most popular historical tours in Bucharest, with prices, run times and who you book through. The standouts worth building a day around, and what each one actually gets you.
3-hour Bucharest dark history tour: Bellu Cemetery, Revolution Square, University Square, and tales of Ceaușescu and the Vampire.
Most Popular“This tour was amazing. Elaina knew so much dark history, and I learned so much, and even went into more detail from previous non dark tour. I would take this tour again when I come back to Bucharest!”
A 3-hour small-group Bucharest walk linking Ateneul Român, hidden corners, and Parliament with smart art and history stories.
“guide was very knowledgeable. being led by such a beautiful woman was great”
A 3-hour guided walk through historic Bucharest, from Manuc’s Inn to 1989 revolution sites and Parliament. Free-entry stops, pickup, English.
“Although we encountered a little difficulty initially in connecting with our guide, Alina, at the designated meeting spot, this was the result of about 3 different walking tours meeting at the same place at the same time. Once we found Alina, we were pleased to learn that my wife and I were the only persons…”
Private car tour of Jewish Bucharest with Marius: synagogues, Holocaust Memorial, and cemeteries, plus round-trip transfer and WiFi.
“Our guide was excellent (regretfully I forgot his name). He gave us a great introduction and understanding of the history of the Jews in Romania. My husband has mobility issues and our guide was great at helping my husband, and he had compassion for his situation. I highly recommend this tour.”
Private 4-hour Bucharest history and food tour with a traditional three-course meal. See Revolution Square, Old Town and People’s Palace.
“The guide was very knowledgeable and her information was extensive. She was a able to explain the contemporary architecture and city features to the historical foundations of the Bucharest and Romania holistically. We saw the sights and ate traditional Romanian food, which only enhanced our Romanian experience both historically and culinarily.”
Bucharest’s Old Center in 2.5 hours: Romanian Athenaeum views plus monastery and inn stops, with Capsa pastry tastings for $108.
“This tour was absolutely wonderful. We had delicious and authentic Romanian food from places only locals would know about, and the hosts took us through historical sites in Bucharest, some food-oriented and some not, and told us about their personal experiences with events in the country's recent history. Highly recommend!!”
Walk Bucharest Jewish landmarks with a private English guide and iPad historical photos. See the Great Synagogue, Choral Temple, and Jewish museum.
“Loan was very knowledgeable and very accurate on his history if the Jewish community in Bucharest. He was able to answer questions on past present and future about Jewish life. Our trip to the Yiddish theatre was very enlightening about the last Jewish theatre in Romania. Overall this was a very emotional tour and highly…”
Bucharest sweet-history walk: sample pastries, learn 500 years of change, and finish with papanasi in a small group.
“We were very happy with this tour and with Mara as our guide. She was so knowledgeable about Bucharest and Romania and explained the history so well and we got to try amazing pastries and sweets from Romania. We would highly recommend this tour!”
Private Bucharest walking tour of food, culture, and history with a 2-course Romanian lunch and a guide just for your group.
“Bianca's knowledge of the history and cultures of Buscherst and Romania were the best part of this tour. Extremely knowledgeable and one of the friendliest tour guides I have ever had. The restaurant we had lunch at was authentic Romanian cuisine and tasted fantastic. Thanks for the great experience Bianca. Cheers Dan”
Jewish heritage walking tour in Bucharest with the Jewish Museum, Great Synagogue, Coral Temple, and the Holocaust Memorial in 3 hours.
“El tour fue excelente, el guía excelente y muy bien preparado. Aprendimos mucho y lo disfrutamos mucho”
A private 3-hour walk through Bucharest’s Jewish landmarks, with synagogue interiors, a museum stop, and local storytelling in English.
“Alina's enthusiasm and wealth of knowledge made for a wonderful experience. I highly recommend the tour and Alina for all those interested.”
A small-group Bucharest night walk mixing Ateneul culture, Revolution Square drama, and Communist-era stories, ending by Unirii.
“Excellent tour Toni was very good, would definitely recommend, a very good tour. A great way to start a visit to the City I feel.”
Sip Bucharest’s sweet side on a 3–4 hour history-and-desserts walk, tasting eclair, truffles, chocolate, doughnut, and papanasi.
“My friend and I had a great tour with Alex, He was very knowledgeable and made the tour very interesting! The sweet treats and desserts were wonderful! Thanks Alex We both had a great time 😀”
Private 3-hour Jewish Heritage walk in Bucharest: synagogues, memorials, museum time, and the Choral Temple with a licensed guide.
“This tour was extremely interesting and informative. Alina has a deep knowledge of the Jewish Community in Bucharest and has programmed this walking tour perfectly so that you see 3 beautiful Synagogues plus the Yiddish theater and a Jewish school. Alina does more than give you the information and show you the sights, she introduces…”
Private 10-hour Bucharest to Sinaia village day trip with royal castles, quiet monasteries, and countryside drives. Includes transport and water.
“The visits to the small villages is a terrific tour. The highlight was a visit to a 185 year old family farm that exists without running water or gas. They have no vehicle and all work is done by hand with horse and wagon. It takes you back to early 1900. The tour guide Aiden…”
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