Uncover the dark history of Romania’s communist regime and the fall of Ceausescu in the 1989 revolution. Explore the impact of oppression and shortages on the people during this private tour in Bucharest.
- Ceausescu Mansion - Private house of Ceausescu’s family called Primaverii Palace. Hidden by the public eyes so far, the comfortable house was recently open for everyone. The inside tour will show the luxury lifestyle of our last communist dictator.
- Piaka Revolukiei - Revolution Square and Communist Party Headquarter, see the balcony of Ceausescu’s last speech, stop in front of State Security Headquarter, the infamous offices of forced confessions, torture and execution during the communism regime. We will present you video clips/printed materials from the revolution time (21-23 December 1989). We will talk about the people’s courage, terror and hope to a better future for their children.
- Palace of Parliament - The largest administrative building in the world, buint as a future house for the dictato’s family
- University’s Square - Place of the clash barricade between the police and the revolutionaries
- Triumph Arch (Arcul de Triumf) - A landmark in Bucharest
- Parcul Kiseleff - A park along the boulevard - copy of Champs Elusee
- Calea Victoriei - One of the oldest boulevards in Bucharest
- Palatul Regal/Royal Palace - The royal palace in the Revolution Square
- Private tour with a local guide
- English speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Select Bucharest hotels
- Air-conditioned private transport
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fee to Ceausescu’s Mansion - Spring Palace
Are you familiar with Ceausescu, the notorious head of Romania’s communist regime? Do you wish to learn more about the ominous ‘Securitate’ - the tool of fear? Interested in understanding how life played out in that era marked by repression and scarcity? We can shed light on all these curiosities, unveiling the impact of the communist governance on Romania and its individuals.
It’s undeniable that Romania’s history bears deep imprints of the communist era. It’s a chapter too significant to be washed away with time.
This tour, spanning across half a day (5-6 hours), serves to showcase Romania under the reign of communism, followed by glimpses of the 1989 downfall and the dawning of democracy.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.