Communist Romania Tour: Ceausescu's Rise and Fall

Explore Bucharest’s communist history, from Lenin to Ceausescu. Uncover secrets, oppressive regimes, and revolutionary plots on this immersive walking tour.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Palace of Parliament - Begin your journey at the Palace of the Parliament, the world’s second-largest administrative building, which stands as a remnant of the final grandiose communist project.
  • Manastirea Antim - Located in the old city, this monastery was nearly demolished to make way for the new Socialist Victory Boulevard.
  • **Palatul…
What's Included
  • Local guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Discover the philosophers that shaped the communist ideology and find out how it was first implemented in Russia and then Eastern Europe.
Learn about Ceausescu and life in communist Romania.
Immerse into the middle of the Socialist Victory boulevard, the starting point of the tour and the last megalomaniac communist project.
Discover the Chamber of…

Location
Bulevardul Unirii 5
Bulevardul Unirii
In front of the Coffee Shop Constitutiei(which is listed at Bulevardul Unirii no. 5)
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Nvrstop
Aug 15, 2024
Want to understand Romanian history and culture over the last 100 years, and why it is so poor today? Take this tour! - Alex was an excellent guide, describing Communism in Romania from its philosophical inception to the rise of Ceauşescu, the external and economic reasons for his initial popularity, reasons (internal & external) for his fall, and then the final days leading to his execution. Along the 5km walk, he pointed out historically relevant buildings. These included buildings and boulevards not only relevant to communism, but also Romanian culture and history. At 36, he is too young to have lived through the early days, but definitely was alive through the decline and slow reinvention of his country. He is well-read and well-traveled, knowledgeable about other countries and architecture. His enthusiasm for his subject is infectious. On the day of our tour, it was particularly hot weather, so he altered the time of the tour well in advance to address this. He stopped when members of our party needed a cold drink, were tired or needed a toilet. In short, the tour could only have been better if it had been a little cooler weather. Alex could not be improved upon.
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Piml898
Apr 20, 2024
A real must! - What an amazing trip with an amazing guide. If you want to understand how modern Romania was shaped and get a deeper understanding of the philosophical and political structures of it’s history, this is the perfect way. Thanks for the experience!
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Rabidb
Apr 20, 2024
Astounding - Extended and small group tour with Alex who is a very learned and intelligent host who is clearly very well read and engaging tour guide. He himself growing up in the dying embers of the communist era. Excellent and well organised activity. Sign up
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Lucas_d
Mar 24, 2024
Great tour and very interesting stories - The visit will take you through the recent history of Romania, the good and bad influence communism had on the country. Very interesting!
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312tmsm
Mar 10, 2024
a must do tour ! - Really interesting tour with so much anecdotes! They really know their stuff, was a good way to discover the city and its history!
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Dremus21
Mar 9, 2024
A Fascinating exploration - Discovering communism through the tour was enlightening. Insightful guide, captivating landmarks, and thought-provoking discussions made it a memorable experience. Highly recommended for those seeking a deeper understanding of history.
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Bucarestl
Feb 29, 2024
Great tour I recommend - With my friends we opted for a communist tour and I don't regret it. The guide is very professional, we dove into the Ceausescu years. I highly recommend
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Vladimirsz7818ew
Feb 28, 2024
Great tour! Excellent guide! Thanks! - Great tour! Excellent guide! I learned a lot of interesting facts and had fun. Recommend to every visitor of Bucharest. Thank you ! Best Regards
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Cristiante7742an
Feb 28, 2024
Great tour to attend - The guide had many interesting stories to share about what life was like during communist times, hard to belive and understand for us younger generations. Highly recommend.
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Dominika
Feb 19, 2024
Great historical experience - The tour was an eye opening journey into the city's rich history. It was an educational but also entertaining experience, leaving me to appreciate Bucharest's cultural heritage. Highly recommend this tour!
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From $21
up to 15 guests
2 Adult, 2 Senior
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).