Bucharest: Small Group Walking and Public Transport Tour

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ID: GYG446557-802935
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Country: Romania

Duration: 06:00 hours


Description

Feel like a local wandering the streets on a walking and public transport tour of Bucharest. Explore Bucharest's unspoiled side in a small group of no more than 5 participants.
You'll meet the tour guide at 9 AM in University Square, by the Mihai Viteazu statue. Imagine you have an old friend in Bucharest who takes you for a lovely walk around the city. We'll discuss daily life, history, politics, customs, food, and many other things. This is what this tour of Bucharest is about.

Firstly, you'll enjoy a short ride by subway or bus, during which you'll observe the commuters' daily life and learn more about the city's history.

Then, you'll take a pleasant walk along the largest park in Bucharest and visit the Village Museum, one of the best outdoor museums in Romania. The museum boasts several traditional houses from all over Romania. It's the perfect setting for a short history of the country.

The next destination for you to explore is Bucharest's oldest and largest market. Interact with the local farmers and taste some of the fruits, vegetables, and cheese displayed in the market. This will be the perfect opportunity to learn more about Romanian cuisine. Don't forget to try the local "mici" and drink a local beer. "Mici," a skinless sausage made of minced pork and beef meat, represents one of the most traditional meals in Romania.

The Authentic Tour of Bucharest continues with a new experience, a tramway ride. This is how you'll reach Bucharest's old town for a tour of the oldest part of the city. You'll explore the cobblestone streets and admire the small and beautiful Stavropoleos Church, Hanul lui Manthe uc, "Carusel" book shop with its stunning architecture, Lipscani Street, and many more.

For the last part of the tour, you'll enjoy a stroll along Victoriei Avenue. It is one of the oldest boulevards in Bucharest, full of historical sites. You'll admire the Military Club, the former Royal Palace, and the Romanian Athenaeum. Finally, in Revolution Square, you'll learn about the story of the 1989 anti-communist revolution.

The tour ends in front of the Romanian Atheneum, the city's iconic buildiThen, dependingding on availability, you can visit the concert hall, with an impressive long freeze and a beautiful foyer.

Highlights

  • Discover Bucharest's unspoiled face
  • Enjoy pleasant strolls far from the tourist crowds
  • Savor the local cuisine in Bucharest farmers' market

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- This tour will take place rain or shine.
Wait by the Statue of Mihai Viteazul (a man riding a horse).
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.