• Piaka Revolukiei - Start the tour at the city’s most iconic square, featuring landmarks like the former Royal Palace (now the National Museum of Art), the former Communist Party headquarters, and the Central University Library.
• Old Town - Wander through the charming cobblestone streets of Old Town to witness the impact of the nationalization process led by the Communist regime on the city’s stunning 19th-century architecture.
• Piaka Constitukiei - Proceed to another landmark square in Bucharest to admire a remarkable example of grand communist architecture, the Palace of the Parliament, the world’s second-largest administrative building after the Pentagon. Discover the destruction of historic neighborhoods to construct this massive, controversial complex, and explore behind the colossal buildings to find remnants of a past era.
• University’s Square - At University Square, explore one of the most significant symbolic spaces in Bucharest’s recent history.

This was the site where, in December 1989, protesters erected barricades and confronted the regime during the Romanian Revolution, leading to the fall of communism. The square became a scene of bravery, tension, and ultimately, transformation.

The discussion will also cover the University Square phenomenon of 1990, when thousands gathered here for weeks in one of Eastern Europe’s longest anti-communist protests, demanding true democracy. This movement was violently suppressed during the June 1990 Mineriad, a pivotal moment that shaped Romania’s post-communist journey.

More than just a central location, University Square remains a symbolic gathering place for Bucharest’s citizens, a venue where people unite to commemorate significant events, protest, and express their voices. It continues to embody the city’s spirit, memory, and ongoing connection to its recent past.

• Guide
• Street Snack

• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Up until the late 1980s, Romania was a communist nation, and Bucharest faced many challenges. This period has left a lasting impact on Bucharest, a city that was once affectionately called ‘Little Paris’.

Embark on an adventure filled with the best travel stories! Connect with a local expert to explore hidden treasures and learn about the history that lies behind them.

This tour offers the opportunity to delve into the stories of life in Bucharest during the communist era, as well as visit key sites of interest from that time.

• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

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