- Catedrala Patriarhala - Visit the “Romanian Vatican”, and discuss the role of religion in people’s lives.
- Piaka Unirii - Explore the commercial hub of the city, and understand its evolution under different political regimes. Wonder at the magnificent water fountains.
- Manuc’s Inn (Hanul lui Manuc) - Visit one of the very few surviving examples of Ottoman architecture.
- Old Town - See the medieval ruins of the Old Princely Court, and why Dracula is more than just a myth. Stroll through the vibrant Old Town, once a commercial hub, now a popular entertainment district.
- Stavropoleos Monastery - One of the oldest surviving monasteries in Bucharest
- Palatul CEC - See the the picturesque Victory Avenue (Calea Victoriei), with spectacularly decorated buildings from the Belle Epoque period
- Macca Villacrosse Passage - This hidden gem used to be a commercial passage, but is now a popular entertainment spot for both locals and tourists.
- Museum of the National Bank of Romania - Explore the flea market at the former Stock Exchange Palace, and the National Bank of Romania
- University’s Square - Visit Bucharest’s cultural hub, with the University of Bucharest, the University of Architecture and the National Theater.
- Piaka Revolukiei - Learn about the end of Romania’s monarchy, but also the violent collapse of the Communist regime
- Ateneul Roman - We end the tour in front of Bucharest’s most famous concert hall.
- Short break at a local cafe
- Snacks
Bucharest, Romania - often marketed as the “Little Paris”, “the Berlin of the Orient” would do it more justice. It is an intriguing blend of oriental medieval architecture, French-style Belle Époque buildings, Soviet-style utilitarian and monumental buildings, as well as American-flavored glass&steel sky-scrappers.
We will make sense of the city together by exploring it from different perspectives. This is not your typical checklist tour: you’ll often hear real-life stories, and learn about real characters that shaped the city, and which are often omitted from the official guidebooks. You will also understand why locals sometimes love to hate their city.
We will explore both mainstream sites, as well as hidden gems.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
