Bucharest Walking Tour: History, Sites, and Food

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Explore Bucharest’s history and culture on a walking tour, while indulging in traditional Romanian cuisine. Discover the city’s landmarks and enjoy a delicious three-course meal.

Duration: 4 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Biserica Kretzulescu - 18th century Eastern Orthodox church located on Calea Victoriei
Calea Victoriei - One of the oldest and most charming avenues in the city, replete with important landmarks
Old Town - From ottoman invasions to french architecture, Bucharest has seen it all and you will too by exploring the meandering streets of…

What's Included

Sip Romanian wine or local beer
Three-course traditional Romanian meal
Guided historical walk with local guide
Learn Old Town’s history
Personalised local dining recommendations

What's Not Included

Additional food and drink
Tip and gratuities for your guide

Additional Information

Experience a blend of strolling, history, and gastronomy on this fascinating and enjoyable walking tour of Bucharest. Take in the sights and sample delicious treats as you wander through the Romanian capital, discovering its frequently changing past as you observe the prime attractions and monuments. Conclude the experience with a mouthwatering…

Location

Equestrian Statue of Carol I

Equestrian Statue of Carol I, Sector 1, Bucharest 030167, Romania

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

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Miakf6324gc

Jul 12, 2024

Such an incredible and personal experience with our guide Mihaela! - Mihaela was the most incredible guide!! It was just two of us and we both felt we connected with her as a friend! She offered wonderful personal experiences and context to the historical facts of the places we visited, so we experienced Bucharest through her. She made the tour personable for us, and we had an amazing lunch of sarmale, mămăligă, and papanași for desert! Could not recommend this tour or our wonderful guide Mihaela more. July was a hot time to go, but we took lots of breaks. Water and a snack (and lunch obviously) is included in the tour, so you’ll be all set!

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Jkillpack

Nov 20, 2023

Great day in Bucharest - Bogdan was a great guide. It Was a personal tour since I was the only one booked. I am so grateful they did not cancel. The tour was informative about the history and interesting. It also included a wonderful lunch. Bogdan was so nice, I highly recommend this tour. The max is 8, even with a group it is a great way to get to know Bucharest.

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Annette_j

Sep 19, 2023

Wonderful food & culture walking tour of Bucharest - A neat trick to learn about the country you’re about to tour, is to arrive a day early and take a 4 hour walking food and culture tour, like the Bucharest Sights and Bites Discovery. But to get a wonderful docent is the magical charm. I give it 5 stars, especially as our guide was the incomparable Elena, who shared her country’s complex past and present (with a glimpse at its future) by allowing us to see it through her eyes, with the benefit of the experience, sparkling wit and wisdom of her people. She is emblematic of the soul of the long suffering Romanians, their brave and resilient humor - how they have triumphed in the face of adversity - a lesson to us all. We learned about the subtle secret message conveyed by the position of the horse’s tail in the equestrian statue of King Carol I, the monument known as the potato, the homage to the tortured man, etc. She answered all our questions and also gave us great recommendations in fluent English. We learned so much while walking through the streets, pasages and even an ancient caravansaray and thoroughly enjoying the moment. At the end of the walking tour, we sat down to a customizable three course meal of delicious Romanian specialties with a drink at a lively, historic restaurant. Try the local dishes like the mici, pronounced meesh (mixed sausage meat) or the sarmale (meat stuffed cabbage rolls)and do taste the decadent dessert called papanash. OMG. Brava, Elena! Multumesc!

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Peter_s

Mar 19, 2023

Excellent tour - Wonderful tour. Elena was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable about the buildings and history. Food was good too.

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Peterstanley34

Mar 18, 2023

Excellent tour - Wonderful walking tour with Elena, an excellent guide. So knowledgeable about the buildings and history. Good traditional food to finish.

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Taraneh

Mar 14, 2023

Beautiful and memorable Visit with Elena - I really liked our tour. Elena was a nice tour guide. I already miss visiting Romania because now I know how they are kind and welcoming. I had a great visit in March. I hope to visit this beautiful country again. Thanks to Elena, who showed us beautiful Bucharest. I wish her the best. She is really valuable and kind.

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Saralozito

Oct 12, 2022

A great day in Bucharest - We were treated with a 1 on 1 guided experience of Bucharest with Ioanna. She was extremely friendly and knowledgable, even putting up with my incessant questions every few minutes. The entire tour took around 5 hours including lunch, which she guided us through local Romanian foods that we wanted to try. Highly recommend this tour - worth every penny!

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Bethporter08

Sep 27, 2022

Finding the beating heart of Bucharest - My husband and I were a bit hesitant when we first arrived in Bucharest and saw the communist-era buildings. However, when we joined our walking tour with Elena, she pulled back the concrete curtain and showed us the beating heart of the city. Her energy and passion was evident, and she brought the history of the place to life. There was another group with us for the walking tour, and we then had Elena to ourselves for a traditional lunch at Caru Cu Bere, a historic beer hall. She advised us on our itinerary for the rest of our trip in the countryside, and answered all of our questions. This was the perfect introduction to Romania! Highly recommend.

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Melanie

Jun 5, 2022

Absolutely Fantastic - Absolutely excellent tour. I learnt so much about the city and history. Cristina was such a good guide, so knowledgeable and a pleasure to spend the time with. I cannot recommend this tour enough. The meal and restaurant were also 5 star.

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Melanie

Jun 3, 2022

Outstanding tour. - Absolutely fantastic. I cannot thank the tour guide Cristina enough. I learnt so much during my time with her, not only the places and buildings we were passing but what life in Bucharest is like. I cannot recommend this tour enough.

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up to 12 guests

1 Adult