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Communist Architecture: Iconic Building Tour
3.8
71 Ratings
Bucharest
Prepare to explore one of the world’s most remarkable structures, a distinctive emblem of Communist architecture.
Prepare to explore one of the world’s most remarkable structures, a distinctive emblem of Communist architecture.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Palace of Parliament - Previously known as the Casa Republicii and later the House of the People, this building stands as a prominent symbol of the Communist Era. It was intended to accommodate ministries, Communist party offices, and apartments for high-ranking officials. Construction began in 1984 on the city’s safest site, considering the high…
- Palace of Parliament - Previously known as the Casa Republicii and later the House of the People, this building stands as a prominent symbol of the Communist Era. It was intended to accommodate ministries, Communist party offices, and apartments for high-ranking officials. Construction began in 1984 on the city’s safest site, considering the high earthquake risk. The structure features twelve stories and four underground levels, including a nuclear bunker.
During the tour, visitors will explore the building’s most significant rooms, conference halls, and the balcony (currently unavailable) offering a stunning view of the main square. The tour also includes the main staircases, expansive hallways, and impressive galleries. Visitors will be amazed by the opulently decorated interiors, crafted entirely from local materials such as marble, crystal, carpets, curtains, and stucco, all created by local artisans.
What's Included
- Entry tickets included.
- Permission for non-professional photo and video.
- Entry tickets included.
- Permission for non-professional photo and video.
Additional Information
- Passsport or ID (EU) is mandatory for the entry into the building. Copies or driving licence are not accepted.
- The access into the building is through a security control airport style and big luggage, dangerous objects and any bottle liquids are prohibited.
- Passsport or ID (EU) is mandatory for the entry into the building. Copies or driving licence are not accepted.
- The access into the building is through a security control airport style and big luggage, dangerous objects and any bottle liquids are prohibited.
Location
Palace of Parliament
Strada Izvor 2-4
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.8
(71 Ratings)
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Dmldish
Dec 1, 2025
A must-see magnificent building! - Good tour of a beautiful building with a complicated history. Don’t miss seeing the parliament! Pay close attention to the meeting point and give yourself extra time to find it!
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978ileanan
Nov 23, 2025
great day - Great guide lots of humor, enjoyed!
Definitely worth it, super nice to be able to and see so much!
huge recommendation , beautiful
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Mke53210
Nov 8, 2025
Good Tour - This tour was well worth it. I know some other reviews weren't so great but honestly booking this online was easier. If you want to go on your own you need to arrange it the day before, its not a walk in kind of situation. We also went on a Sunday where our guide performed the tour and we were able to visit the Senate chamber since it was the weekend. The building itself is immense and walking up to it the scale really becomes apparent. Once inside you see some of the main hallways, some conference rooms, etc. You just scratch the surface but it gives a great idea of what the building is like.
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Eros49
Sep 27, 2025
Saved the day! - We only had one day to do this tour- on arrival day to Bucharest. Unfortunately, our flight was delayed and the English tour was moved up and there were problems with the rental car. We raced from the airport and our guardian angel who was in contact with me told me exactly where to park. We ran in, out of breath, but made it to join the tour. Definitely trustworthy and it is recommended to buy ahead. The tour gives you a glimpse of the palace (since it is enormous) and into the life of its brutal dictator.
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Alois
Oct 5, 2025
Well-organized guided tour - Pleasant and pro-active support with a very good English-speaking guide. The entrance was quite straightforward and due to the advance booking everything was neatly organized and prepared accordingly. The building all such is very impressive and accordingly a MUST for a visit.
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Oceanwanderer
Oct 11, 2025
Overpriced experience - This was greatly overpriced. There was no queue to skip and we were allocated to one of the English speaking guides which we had got if we had just paid the routine entry fee. The parliament itself was big but otherwise boring. Recommend just turn up and pay at the door
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Somanyfoods
Sep 28, 2025
Largely and unused by Gov Bldg - We went on a Sunday and the Palace was empty, but if you go during the week when members of the Parliament are there, we were told you cannot enter a number of the rooms. The reason I chose 3 star is because the facility with the exception of the Senate Chamber and the Deputies Chamber, the rooms they toured was very large but empty of furniture. You weren’t allowed in the President or Vice President areas.
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Danield1971
Sep 27, 2025
Ridiculus Tripadvisor - We used Tripadvisor for our intended visit because we thought it was easy. Once in place about 10 minutes before the scheduled time. 17 minutes after the scheduled time, there was still no guide on site. We talked to several who stood outside waiting for the same guide. I took pictures to confirm our presence. When I demanded my money back from Tripadvisor, they refused on the grounds that the organizer did not approve. Of course they wouldn't. Not in their best interest.
Poor by the Promoter and Tripadvisor!
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Hannsjoachim_f
Sep 24, 2025
Not recommended at all! - Boring tour, just five rooms. Lots of waiting and security checks. No basements, private areas ir technical rooms.
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Tonyb633
Sep 5, 2025
Tour changed without notice by Get Your Guide - We had a terrible experience with the company Get Your Guide. We had booked for a 6 hour tour of this site and 3 others starting at 0830. The night before we received a text saying without explanation that it would now begin at 1030. This was impossible for us because we had another late afternoon commitment. I contact the Get Your Guide office to cancel the booking by text message and was abused and accused of being defamatory. I had said no more than that I regarded the late change without the option to cancel as unprofessional. The office said that "because they are government monuments, visits are subject to availability" In the tour time changed because the guide Gabiel had a private commitment later in the afternoon - he told me so. And the building was open from 0900: we went there privately, so we know. Why a company would risk its reputation for 76 euros baffles us. But my advice is to avoid Get Your Guide so as not to be disappointed and abused
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