• Palace of Parliament - During the Bucharest City Tour at the Palace of Parliament, also known as the People’s House, visitors will gain insight into the detrimental effects of a totalitarian regime like communism on a nation. The sheer scale of the building, a testament to “the sleep of reason,” showcases the futile extravagance and megalomania that can arise. This is the second largest administrative building in the world, following the Pentagon, offering an experience worth sharing with future generations.
• Piata Revolutiei - A significant location in the context of the Romanian Revolution of December 1989.
• Ceausescu Mansion - The “Ceauşescu Mansion” served as the private residence of Nicolae and Elena Ceauşescu and their children, Nicu, Zoia, and Valentin, from 1965 to 1989. Originally built in the mid-1960s and known as the “Spring Palace,” it was expanded between 1970 and 1972. The design of the Ceauşescu family’s residence was entrusted to Aron Grimberg-Solari (born 1928). The palace’s architecture is enhanced by landscaping designed by architect Robert Woll, who also crafted the main furniture, and landscape engineer Teodosiu.
• Museum of Communism - This building, now a museum, is where Nicolae Ceaușescu and his wife were tried and executed. Although the structure is old and not well-maintained, except for the trial area, it offers a glimpse into the past. Entry costs 8 RON, with an additional fee for photography. The small rooms and modest furniture reflect the country’s poverty in 1989. The museum does not glorify the event or individuals, as evidenced by the limited photographs. There is a room where President Ceausescu and his wife underwent medical checks before the trial, and another with tables and chairs used during the trial. Two chairs mark where they sat, while other tables were for the defense, prosecutors, and guards. A room with beds shows where they ate and slept. Outside, visitors can see the area where they were executed, now with trees that were absent at the time.

• Exclusive use of a private car (Tourism or Minibus) for your group
• Personalized service from a licensed, English-speaking guide/driver
• All car-related expenses covered, including gasoline, parking, and tolls
• Flexible itinerary with the ability to make changes even after the tour begins

• Entrance fees

On this journey, you’ll gain insight into Romania’s communist era and learn about Ceausescu and his family, their life and their demise. You’ll tour the Palace of Parliament, which was Ceausescu’s dream after visiting North Korea, and the Piaka Revolukiei, a significant location in 1989. We’ll also visit the Ceausescu Mansion, the residence of the Ceausescu family, and the Museum of Communism, where Ceausescu was convicted and executed.

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