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Communist Architecture: Iconic Building Tour
3.8
58 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
(58 Ratings)
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Kimberly_p
Jul 1, 2025
Insightful, Honest, and Entertaining Tour - We had an engaging and humorous guide who made the experience both educational and enjoyable. We learned new and fascinating facts throughout the tour. What stood out most was the guide’s honesty when discussing the reasons behind the construction of the Parliament building and its impact on the local community. We truly appreciated his candor and sensitivity in addressing this important topic.
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H7583bzjohns
Jun 16, 2025
Great tour of Romanian history - Very well organized . Fast response on queriew. And a great tour. Very impressive tour through Romanian history. The tourguide provided the tour with some humornas well
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Pennyo842
Jun 10, 2025
Palace of Parliament - We were planning to phone the Palace of Parliament direct to book a visit but as our time was limited decided to book this tour instead to ensure we got in. We were glad we did. Communication was excellent-you just need to know that the entry point is different Monday-Friday and at weekends, and that it’s a long walk if you land up in the wrong place. They send details via WhatsApp with a pin showing location of entry.
Our guide was excellent with a v dry sense of humour. The palace itself is extraordinary. A must see if you are in Bucharest. Just make sure to plan ahead.
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H9343jwtomc
Jun 8, 2025
Excellent Tour - Tour guide was excellent.
Was slightly difficult to find the right entrance (the buildings fault, not the operator) but the operator was very helpful and responsive by WhatsApp / phone.
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Isacco_b
Jun 3, 2025
Visit to the parliament in Bucharest - Very interesting and with a guide prepared to describe the various steps of the construction of the building, as well as several anecdotes about the design and realization of the work
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Tangodana
May 13, 2025
Palace of the Parliament - The palace is an incredible place. Our guide was very knowledgeable on the history. The groups are divided enough so that it doesn’t feel too crowded.
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328silke
Jun 20, 2025
5% in 1 hour - With the advance booking there was only a short wait for the guide.
The tour is limited to one floor (the ground floor, the entrance is virtually on the 2nd floor). UG) . We saw div. Halls, one more magnificent than the previous one, and got to hear many impressive numbers. The palace is worth seeing, the story behind it terrible
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Bretaniste
Jul 10, 2025
without reservation, it's even better - This ticket is useless; the person from the agency is just there to show up, he is not allowed to come with us inside Parliament. You can buy your ticket directly at the ticket counter for less and the guide is necessarily a person who works for the state.
the building is impressive even if only a few percent are seen because it is occupied by the administration and the 2 Houses of Representatives
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Gro_h
May 19, 2025
Evy do you make a chioice... - Evy do you make a chioice for entrencé when its just one entrance that matters on saturdays and sundays…. We got the wrong one, and missed the tour… 15-20 minutes to walk around.
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Jeanpierrel788
Apr 29, 2025
Disastrous, no signage and referral from one address to another that we friends late and missed the appointment - We had trouble finding the Strada Izvor2-4 because this address does not exist on the GPS. Once at this address and after a queue at security we were sent back to Calea 13 septembrie 1-3 i.e. an entrance on the opposite side of the first ( 25 minutes walk). Arrival at this address and after searching because no signs we could not visit because out of time.
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