Bucharest: Gastronomic & Cultural Tour with 3 Meals
ID: GYG1019007-1574927
Category:
Country: Romania
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the hidden charms of Bucharest and savor traditional Romanian cuisine on an 8-hour guided tour. Explore lesser-known historical sites and enjoy 3 authentic meals at local restaurants.
Discover the hidden charms of Bucharest and savor traditional Romanian cuisine on an 8-hour guided tour. Explore lesser-known historical sites and enjoy 3 authentic meals at local restaurants, all while listening to fascinating local stories.
Begin your Romanian adventure with a traditional coffee brewed in an Ibrik in the heart of the city. Step into the hidden layers of Bucharest—witness old alleys, forgotten courtyards, abandoned Jewish quarters, and engaging tales from the interwar period.
Your first culinary stop takes you to the Old Town, where you’ll savor dishes like zacuscă, tripe soup, and homemade fruit brandy at “Lacrimi și Sfinți.” Next, stroll through Cotroceni, where you’ll wander past interwar villas and visit a local artisan workshop. At “Casa Doina,” relish noble sarmale accompanied by locally produced wines in a historic villa setting.
In Obor Market, mingle with local vendors, try some of the best mici in Bucharest, and pick up common Romanian expressions along the way. The tour concludes with a regal meal at “Zexe Zahana” and a relaxing moment at Icoanei Garden, where you’ll receive a symbolic gift: artisan jam.
Enjoy 3 authentic traditional Romanian meals at local restaurants. Explore the “hidden” Bucharest: secret alleys, forgotten neighborhoods, and hidden courtyards. Experience Bucharest’s most authentic market at Obor. Visit a local artisan workshop (pottery, textiles, or traditional crafts). Hear engaging stories and local legends from a passionate guide. Receive a symbolic culinary souvenir.
Highlights
- Savor traditional Romanian cuisine at 3 local restaurants
- Explore hidden alleys, forgotten neighborhoods, and hidden courtyards
- Visit a local artisan workshop and learn about traditional crafts
- Mingle with local vendors and try some of the best mici in Bucharest
- Hear engaging stories and local legends from a passionate guide
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Comfortable footwear is recommended.
Vegetarian options available upon request.
Minimum age: 12 years
Runs year-round
The guide will be waiting at the base of the statue of Ion Luca Caragiale (in front of the theatre’s main entrance)
Look for a person wearing a badge and a traditional Romanian motif scarf
The guide will hold a sign with the tour name: “Tastes and Secrets – Bucharest Food & Culture Tour”
INCLUDED
- Professional local guide
- 3 full traditional meals (including local beverages)
- Transport between locations
- Entry to historical and artisan sites
- A tasting experience at Obor Market
- A culinary souvenir
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
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
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
