The Real Tour of Communism: Explore Life and Landmarks from Romania's Communist Era

Embark on a captivating journey through Romania’s Communist era. Explore landmarks, architecture, and the dark history of the Secret Police. Discover the Revolution Square where Ceausescu made his final speech.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Catedrala Patriarhala - The Patriarchal Palace used to be the former headquarters of The Great National Assembly during the Communism period.
What's Included
  • 3-hour guided walking tour
  • Complimentary snacks
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

The Authentic Communism Tour will guide you through all the significant facets of life under communist reign in Romania, which officially spanned from 1948 to 1989. This period of communism was largely dominated by the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu, who presided over Romania for most of these years (1965-1989). We’ll explore the notable sites of the…

Location
The Patriarchal Cathedral
Aleea Dealul Mitropoliei
In front of the Patriarchal Cathedral. Address: Aleea Dealul Mitropoliei 25
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Andrej1a
Nov 10, 2025
Great way to learn more about Romania and the history of communism - It was very interesting to learn more about the history of communism from the Romanian perspective and how it impacted the country. You will understand the development of Romania much better.
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Simon_w
Nov 5, 2025
Great tour and tour guide, would recommend - Great tour, great tour guide, informative and nice small group. Very insightful about the country and its former communist existence
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703guenterk
Nov 2, 2025
Three valuable hours - The tour guide Daniela deserves top marks. Competent, friendly, dedicated, and authentic. Overall, a highly recommended tour. If you have the opportunity, don't miss it.
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P8078wxrobertf
Oct 31, 2025
Great tour - a must do - A real eye opening tour covering historical facts and opinions on the communism years before and after Ceaucescu. Our tour guide is certainly one of the best tour guide we have encountered in past years. This is a must do tour - 3 hours - and hope you get the pleasure and benefit of a very knowledgeable/interesting and open to question guide such as Octavian. He had a picture book to exemplify the information and provided great link and guidance as follow-up electronic material/referal.
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Jonjw9778fm
Oct 31, 2025
Bukarest communis - This tour was very interesting g and our guide was very knowledgeable. I highly recommend anyone interested in history to join this tour.
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Chihiro_k
Oct 30, 2025
Highly recommended! - Brilliant tour! Daniela was incredibly informative and passionate about sharing the stories of the people of Romania — a place where so much is still to be discovered and revealed. The architecture, food, and everyday lives of people, the power structures and their effects — all were presented through fascinating and gripping storytelling with some photos. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Bucharest. I now see the city with entirely new meaning. The gorgeous weather was very helpful too, so we can all enjoy the walks and the sunrays on us while learning from Daniela.
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Katelyna191
Oct 26, 2025
Excellent walking tour, a highlight of our trip! - We had an amazing walking tour with Octavian! It was truly one of the best walking tours I can remember. He was so informative about the history and structures under Communism, and spoke about his own experiences during the 1980s in Romania, which I found fascinating. Five stars!
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844averyw
Oct 25, 2025
Great tour - Daniela was an amazing tour guide! We had a great time walking around Bucharest and learning about the history of communism's impact on Romania and how it still affects the capital to some degree.
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Salesuniversalsparta
Oct 25, 2025
Best Tour guide she was amazing - Best Tour guide I ever had she was amazing. I would recommend to anyone. Very knowledgeable and very professional
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Cecilia_s
Oct 22, 2025
Engaging and informative tour - Very engaging tour with Andreaa, highly recommended! We learnt alot on the history of Romania and the communism past
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From $30
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).