Communism versus Monarchy Free Tour

Overview of the tour in Bucharest

One of the best tours in Bucharest, BTrip Bucharest Free Walking Tours organizes this free tour EVERY DAY starting from the beautiful Romanian Athenaeum building and ending near the Palace of the Parliament.

On this free tour you can discover interesting stories from the fascinating history of Bucharest, how under the time of the Romanian Monarchy the city progressed and modernized so much that it became known as Little Paris and how the Communist regime came to change Bucharest by brutally transforming it. You will hear stories about the greatest people who lived and left their mark on Bucharest as well as on world history.

The free tour includes stops at the important sights in the center of Bucharest, which will also reveal more about the local culture, significant architecture and vintage photos the guides will show you.

Our Guides

Laura

On arrival

The tour starts from the front side of the Romanian Athenaeum, from the building's columns. The guide is standing on the steps of this building holding a big sign with 'BTrip Bucharest Free Walking Tour”.
The closest metro station and bus station is Romana Square (Piata Romana, in Romanian). The starting point of the tour is close to the Athenee Palace Hilton Hotel and near Calea Victoriei Avenue.
Tour ends at the Palace of Parliament.

Things to note

Please pack warm clothes in winter or a hat and sunglasses in summer, as well as comfortable walking shoes.

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.