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Old Town Bucharest: Historic Squares and Hidden Gems
5.0
30 Ratings
București
Explore Bucharest’s Old Town: uncover hidden passages, historic squares, and indulge in Romania’s iconic pastry on this captivating walking tour.
Explore Bucharest’s Old Town: uncover hidden passages, historic squares, and indulge in Romania’s iconic pastry on this captivating walking tour.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- University’s Square - Welcome to Old Town, the vibrant heart of Bucharest! Meet the guide and fellow tour members at University Square, right in front of the statue of Michael the Brave, the sole equestrian statue in the square.
- “Saint Nicholas” Church - The tour kicks off opposite a notable local landmark: The Bucharest University building….
- University’s Square - Welcome to Old Town, the vibrant heart of Bucharest! Meet the guide and fellow tour members at University Square, right in front of the statue of Michael the Brave, the sole equestrian statue in the square.
- “Saint Nicholas” Church - The tour kicks off opposite a notable local landmark: The Bucharest University building. The journey into the quarter begins with a stop at the Russian Church.
- Strada Doamnei - Tucked behind an apartment block on Calea Victoriei, discover a Romanian Orthodox church on Doamnei Street, known as the Lady’s Church, dedicated to the Presentation of Mary.
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Old Town - Explore the layers of history and charm within Bucharest’s Old Town, where every corner reveals a story waiting to be uncovered.
The path leads to the tranquil beauty of St. George Old Church, and as the walk continues, St. Anton Church comes into view. Navigating Covaci Street, once alive with the bustling trade of artisans and craftsmen, reveals traces of its rich history. The journey proceeds with a visit to the renowned Comedy Theatre, a stroll along French Street, and concludes with a unique view of the History Museum, offering a fresh perspective on Bucharest’s rich heritage and evolution.
What's Included
- Taste one of the best Covrigi in town
- Join Friendly Local English-speaking guide
- Take a stroll through Bucharest’s history with Local English-speaking guide
- Get personalised tips for the area’s best bars and eateries
- Discover a theatre hidden inside a hospital
- Hear the stories of Old Town, from Ottoman rule to French aristocracy
- Taste one of the best Covrigi in town
- Join Friendly Local English-speaking guide
- Take a stroll through Bucharest’s history with Local English-speaking guide
- Get personalised tips for the area’s best bars and eateries
- Discover a theatre hidden inside a hospital
- Hear the stories of Old Town, from Ottoman rule to French aristocracy
What's Not Included
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips/gratuities for your guide
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips/gratuities for your guide
Additional Information
Immerse yourself in the Old Town of Bucharest and explore historic squares, meander through pretty churches, and wander along idyllic, winding streets that exude a timeless charm. Uncover secret passages that unveil the city’s best-kept secrets, offering glimpses into its rich history and cultural tapestry. Delight in anecdotes from the communist times,…
Immerse yourself in the Old Town of Bucharest and explore historic squares, meander through pretty churches, and wander along idyllic, winding streets that exude a timeless charm. Uncover secret passages that unveil the city’s best-kept secrets, offering glimpses into its rich history and cultural tapestry. Delight in anecdotes from the communist times, shedding light on the area’s intriguing past. And no visit is complete without indulging in Romania’s most iconic pastry, a delectable treat that perfectly complements your exploration of this captivating enclave.
- This is a child-friendly tour. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6.
Location
University's Square
Bulevardul Regina Elisabeta
In the University Square, in front of the statue of Michael the Brave (the only horse statue in the square)
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
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Randall
Aug 23, 2025
One Guide, Better Experience - It was a solo tour for me and I got to learn a good amount about the history of the city with our tour guide. She walked me through how the city was shaped and gave me recommendations on where to go following the tour.
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Leigha
Mar 24, 2025
Great experience - Stephania was wonderful! Very informative and engaging - knowledgable and friendly. As I was the only one booked, it was basically a private tour.
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Richjgreen82
Sep 14, 2024
Best walking tour ever! - Had the best walking tour ever with Mihaela yesterday. She is very knowledgeable and passionate and I loved that and how she explained her stories. She used slides and went above and beyond as a tour guide. I feel I have learnt so much thanks to Michaela and I am very grateful to her for the tour, her stories, educating me and all she showed me. I loved her amazing energy that made this tour fun. I would happily book more tours with Mihaela.
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Brunoverbeek
May 31, 2024
Highly recommended - We had a private walking tour with Andra. Very interesting and highly recommended.
Andra is very knowledgeable and showed us some hidden churches we most certainly would have missed had we been in our own.
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N840ojdanielv
Mar 7, 2020
This tour made me want to come back to see more! - At a friend's suggestion, I took the "Beautiful Decay and Alternative" tour, and I'm so glad I did. I was only in Bucharest for a few days on business and had a single day to look around and get to know the city a little. I wasn't sure what to expect, but I had a great time. My guide, Ioana, was fantastic. The tour took in loads of incredible buildings, from houses to museums, that are in various states of decay but also in various stages of repair and renovation. Each one has a story which Ioana conveyed with knowledge and passion, and we even had special permission to enter a number of them. This was followed by a tour of some amazing street art, which I absoutely loved. We even got to go inside the university and see some incredibe murals by student artists. I got to see a vibrant, creative side of Bucharest which I would otherwise never have been aware of. The tour made me want to visit the city again and get to know it better. If I do, I'll definitely take another one of these tours (maybe the coffee tour Ioana said was in the pipeline!).
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Settingforthh
Sep 10, 2019
Fun and interesting tour on graffiti and bukarest in general - We booked the Alternative Tour on very short notice and the organising team was very helpful in making it possible for us (Thank you for that!). Our tour was with Lala and it was one of the best guided tours we ever took part in. Lala was awesome and she knew a lot - not only about graffitis but also about history and architecture. We had a really great time and learned a lot. Highly recommend it! Best, Ines & Verena
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Sylroem
Jul 19, 2019
Hidden treasures - On our alternative tour through Bukarest our guide Ioana showed us beautiful street art and architecture that we would not have seen without her. She kept amazing us on this three hour walk with her knowledge about the city, the buildings and the art we passed by. A really memorable experience! Sylvia from the Netherlands.
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Nk419
Jun 12, 2019
Excellent street art tour of Bucharest - As a big fan of murals and street art, tracking them in every new city I visit has become a hobby of mine. One of the most efficient ways to find them, especially in Bucharest, where many of the murals are rather hidden, is via a tour. Ioana was an excellent guide for this purpose: highly knowledgeable about the local street art scene, architecture and history. I really enjoyed walking around the center of the city and getting a clearer sense of its vibe. Thanks to Urban Adventures and Ioana for letting me see Bucharest through new eyes.
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Shulatop
Jun 4, 2019
Super street art tour with Ioana - Ioana led this street art tour and was very knowledgeable about the city and local artists. She was also super nice and answered all of the questions our tour had. The tour takes you to some places you'd never see wandering along by yourself. Highly recommended and high value for your money.
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Nicky212017
May 28, 2019
Bucharest Localities and Street Art Tour, with Tudor - Tudor gave us an amazing walkabout on a cold and wet Sunday morning in Bucharest. We learnt so much about local areas and hidden gems of cafes and book shops. We didn't know much about street art or understand its symbolism and beauty, but now we do. Amazing. And we heard the stories about the new, old and crumbling architecture that is part of the understated beauty that is Bucharest. Tudor was knowledgeable and enthusiastic and loves his work. We hope to visit again and select another tour with Tudor.
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