Bucharest University Palace Tours and Activities
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Founded in 1864 by Prince Alexander John Cuza, who ruled over the Romanian United Principalities of Walachia and Moldova, the University of Bucharest is located on Piata Universitatii, a buzzing square snarled with traffic and popular with Bucharest locals as a meeting place. The Bucharest University Palace’s imposing Neo-classical façade stands on the northwestern corner of the square; it was designed by architect Alexandru Orascu and completed in 1859.
Today the university has five faculties and is one of the biggest and most prestigious in Romania. Past alumni include playwright Eugène Ionesco, biologist George E Palade and philosopher Emil Cioran.
Outside the University Palace stand four monumental statues of pivotal figures in Romanian history as well as numerous stalls selling secondhand books. Piata Universitatii itself is surrounded by a jumble of architecturally diverse buildings, including the National Theater of Bucharest, the School of Architecture, the modernist Hotel InterContinental and the ornate Neo-classical beauty of the Coltea Hospital, the oldest in the city. A memorial of ten stone crosses stands in the middle of the square in tribute to the rebels who died in the 1989 revolution, which saw the downfall of the despotic President Ceaușescu and brought about the end of Soviet domination in Romania.
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Day Trip to Bulgaria from Bucharest
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Explore the medieval history of Romania’s southerly neighbor on a full-day tour to Bulgaria. Departing from Bucharest, cross the border into the foothills of the Balkan Mountains and Veliko Tarnovo, the capital of Bulgaria during medieval times. Learn about Bulgarian history from your guide while visiting regional highlights including the Tsaravets Fortress, St Dimitrie Basarabov Monastery and Arbanasi Village.
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$91.78
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Private Bucharest Ghost Tour: Night-time Exploration Game
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Embark on a haunted quest around Bucharest by solving clues that will take you to most haunted places in the city, all on your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own the Old Town, the House of the Devil, University Square, Cismigiu Gardens, and more.
+ Discover the most haunted streets and buildings in Bucharest
+ Learn about the curses and spells of Bucharest
+ Find out about the organ traffickers at the Bucharest Post Office
The quest can be played at any hour, but it is recommended that you try it at night, for the full haunted experience. It'll take you from 1 to 2 hours to complete, but there’s no time limit, so you can finish it at your own pace.
Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions, so you won’t need a map or GPS. When you get the correct answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked.
Just download the app, go to the starting point and you’re ready to go on a city adventure.
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RedPatrol Communist Driving Tour of Bucharest with Dacia
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Hop into your Romanian Dacia and see the city through an alternative lens on a private 2.5- to 3-hour Communist tour. You have the option to drive the car yourself or relax as while a chauffeur takes care of navigation. The itinerary takes you on a circuit past the most significant landmarks from the city's eventful Communist era. See the Palace of Parliament, Revolution Square, Victoriei Street, and more.
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$111.53
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Alternative Bucharest: 3-Hours Walking tour (Small groups)
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Explore Bucharest differently! Our capital is much more than the Old Town and palaces. It is a vibrant city, hiding gems behind the main streets like urban art, creative local initiatives and reinvented little corners with a social mission. Our local guide will not just take you to these hidden spots but will also share their story and explain the encrypted messages of current political and social situations on the ARTivism scene. Take the unbeaten paths to discover Bucharest of today and to understand the real life that the street artist expresses more and more.
On this tour you will explore non-touristic places and get the best photos of murals and cool places in town. You will visit creative and social hubs so you can hang out at truly local places and enjoy the atmosphere while supporting local causes and businesses. You will gain a local perspective over the public space and the real life of the city from a local guide passionate to be an urban explorer and a traveller buddy.
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$33.69
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Bucharest Heritage City Tour - The Last Days of Communism
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Discover how 40 years of Communist rule rocked Romania on this half-day political heritage tour of Bucharest. Learn about the lofty ambitions and violent 1989 downfall of the country’s Communist government while visiting its most important remnants, like Revolution Square, the House of the Free Press and the burial place of former dictator Ceausescu. For the ultimate glimpse into the excesses of the regime, take a guided tour of the astounding Parliament Palace.
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Best Walking Tour of Bucharest's City Center - 2.5 hours
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One that would like to spend some hours in Bucharest, guided by a local inhabitant, will find in this half day tour a perfect way to gain basic knowledge about the capital of Romania.
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$29.80
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Bucharest by Foot - Private Walking City Tour
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The walking city tour itinerary includes the most interesting sightseeing of the center of Bucharest such as: Revolution Square (Romanian Atheneum, Royal Palace / Art Museum, Central University Library, Communist Party Headquarter), Victoriei Boulevard, Union Square (the shopping center and the fountains), Parliament Palace (seen from a distance), University Square (National Theatre, Intercontinental Hotel, University Palace) and the vibrant Old Town (Lipscani area).
There is enough time for photos stops, coffee breaks or just sit & rest when you need. As being a private tour, we guarantee flexibility and personalized service.
The tour is available during the day, but also during the night, when all the buildings are nicely lighted.
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Private Walking Tour of Communist Bucharest
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Explore the Communist legacy of Bucharest on a private full-day tour led by a guide with degrees in political science and tourism. Learn about the rise and fall of the Communist Party and its effect on Romania as you visit major points of political interest including the massive House of the People, Revolution Square, Heroes’ Mausoleum and Scanteia House. Take a break for lunch midday at a city center restaurant.
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$92.94
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Dracula's Castle & Peles Palace Tour from Bucharest Including Brasov Old Town
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We offer you a well balanced round trip, starting from Bucharest, with a little bit of everything included: breathtaking scenery, fairytale castles, amazing ruins, historical places, monuments and, as much as possible, interaction with the locals.
Book this tour if you want to learn what, when, where and why about Romania.
We will show you all the must-see attractions, but our speciality are the many sights most other tour operators don't include in their set route.
Please note: We don't do shared tours, we only do private tours. If you'd like to travel together with a bunch of strangers, each one with his own agenda, pace and his good or bad habits, there are plenty of other travel agents out there happy to accommodate you.
Anyway, a private tour doesn't necessarily mean an expensive tour. Please take a moment to review our prices. You'll find private tours at the price of a shared tour or cheaper!
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$145.22
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Bucharest City Tour by Night
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Delve into the heart of Romania’s capital on this 1.5-hour sightseeing tour of Bucharest at night. Meet your guide at a central location, just as nightfall sweeps over the city. On this tour, you’ll see a new side of Bucharest, when the locals hang out in cafes, bars and restaurants with friends and family and the buildings glow in the streetlights. Your local guide will illuminate the architecture, parks and streets with fascinating information. See The Free Press Square, The Arch of Triumph, The Palace of Parliament, Charles de Gaulle Square and many more iconic sites. You’ll never look at Bucharest the same way again.
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$48.79
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$48.79
Bucharest one day tour with Parliament Palace and Village Museum
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Bucharest’s unique culture and heritage can hard to appreciate on a self-led tour. Explore the city’s highlights and hidden gems on a full day tour, and listen to your guide’s insights into landmarks including the Palace of the Parliament, Village Museum, and Revolution Square. Transfer between sites with ease via private vehicle, and save time with included hotel pickup and drop-off.
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$116.16
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$116.16
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Dracula's Tomb, Mystical Monasteries and Mogosoaia Lake Palace - Private Tour
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The countryside surrounding Bucharest is among the most picturesque in Romania, but visiting its main sights on your own can be a hassle. With this guided tour, see highlights like medieval monasteries, palaces, and Dracula’s tomb in one day without the stress of driving. Take in the scenic landscape and villages as you travel via minivan through the lake country, learning about the local history and culture from your driver.
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$69.70
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Bucharest Evening Tour and Traditional Dinner - 3 hours
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Once the sun goes down and the tourist crowds have thinned, it’s the perfect time to discover the Romanian capital. See iconic landmarks, including the Arch of Triumph, Victory Square, and Palace of the Parliament, illuminated in all of their splendor on a private 1.5-hour driving tour of Bucharest. Afterwards, enjoy a 3-course dinner at a traditional Romanian restaurant. Once you’ve eaten your fill, unwind during return transfer to your hotel.
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$68.54
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$68.54
Famous Castles - Peles and Bran Dracula Castles - Private Day Tour
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Don’t miss any of the area’s historic castles—or the intriguing tales that go along with them—by booking this private day trip. While visiting the rural castles on your own can be a challenge, traveling with a guide lets you avoid worrying about the logistics and instead focus on learning about the rich history surrounding Bucharest. The tour delights everyone from history buffs to travelers looking for a chance to get out of the city and explore the surrounding region.
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$139.41
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Bucharest Panoramic (by car) Private Tour - 3 hours
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This is a private panoramic tour of Bucharest.
We take you from the hotel by car and go to see the most important tourist attractions in Bucharest.
We will make stops of 5-15 minutes at sights where we tell you the history of the places.
You will be accompanied by a professional travel guide who can answer your questions.
The tour is interactive and can be modified at the request of tourists.
At the end of the tour we bring you back to your hotel or to any address in Bucharest.
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$46.47
$11.62 savings
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Bucharest City Center - Private Walking Tour - 3h
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Sprawling Bucharest can be daunting to navigate on your own, but this private tour makes it easy to see the best of the Romanian capital city in just a half day. Travel by car to cover the most ground, stopping to explore bohemian and Communist attractions like the massive Palace of Parliament, the Atheneum, Revolution Square, and more. Along the way, a guide reveals Romania’s complex history and modern-day culture.
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$45.54
$11.38 savings
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$11.38 savings
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Communism Investigation - Private Tour in Bucharest
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This tour makes learning about history—a sometimes passive activity—interactive by visiting nearly a dozen relevant sites to investigate the nature of Romania’s former communist leader, Ceausescu, and his regime. Participants receive a “personal investigation file” and multi-media “evidence” to help with their investigation, and visit sites including Ceausescu’s grave and Revolution Square.
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$62.73
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$6.97 savings
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Bucharest Panoramic Tour
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Bucharest is located in the Southern Romania. It is the country’s biggest city, with 2.2 million inhabitants (2012). It was first documented in 1459 AD and inhabited since 500 BC. Bucharest is the Capital of Romania since 1862 AD. It has an elegant architecture built in the period between the two World Wars, reason for which it used to be called the Little Paris. The legend says that the name Bucuresti (Bucharest) comes from a shepherd who founded the town on the Dambovita river, whose name was Bucur (this means in Romanian happiness). The name Bucharest could also come from the name of the beech forests – Bukovie, other sources link the name of the city with the Albanian name – bukureshti – which means “it is beautiful”.
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$81.32
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Bucharest Layover Tour - 6 Hours Private City Tour Between Flights
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Normally, layovers are awful. If you have a layover, a missed or delayed flight, we
can turn it into a great experience. With our Layover Tours, waiting for flights
became fun!
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$132.72
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Bucharest Layover Tour - 4 Hours Private City Tour Between Flights
Normally, layovers are awful. If you have a layover, a missed or delayed flight, we can turn it into a great experience. With our Layover Tours, waiting for flights became fun!
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$84.46
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Roaring Romania Bucharest Tour
This tour is the perfect choice if you visit Bucharest and want a short, funny and informative tour. Together with your guide you will go on a leisurely walking tour of the city center, see the most important landmarks of the city and learn the tragic history and funny stories of the city.
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$34.85
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$34.85
Bucharest Private Wine Tasting Tour on Dealu Mare's Old Wine Road
Discover the best of Romanian wine on a full-day private tasting tour from Bucharest. Relax, as transportation takes you from your Bucharest hotel to the heart of Romania’s wine country, Dealu Mare. Enjoy included entrance to a museum and manor and learn all about the winemaking process, before the tastings begin. Try various types of wine at Casa Colinelor and Lacerta Winery, with lunch served at either location.
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$164.06
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$164.06
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Earth Explorers - Salt Mine & Muddy Volcanoes - Private Day Tour
Available in English / Italiano / Francais.
Are you a passionate explorer and enjoy discovering unique natural wonders? This tour is for you. Recommended for photo enthusiasts, nature explorers and seekers of unique experiences.
SafeTours: We have implemented the recommended measures for prevention and disinfection against the coronavirus to ensure the safety of travelers and guides/drivers.
Private Tour Highlights:
• The Prahova Salt Mine - descend 208 meters below ground and wander the huge mine chambers of 54 meters ceiling height of the largest salt mine in Europe, popular for its saline aerosols and pure air with therapeutic effects.
• The Live Muddy Volcanoes: get near and observe the one the world's rarest sites
authentic. inspiring. memorable. safe.
Values that we hold as promise for each of our concept theme private tour experiences.
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$156.83
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$156.83
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How It's Made: Traditional Craft Wine Tasting - Private Car 5hrs Tour
Available in English / Italiano / Francais.
Experience the renowned Romanian Wine Region of Dealu Mare and discover the making of authentic craft wine at a unique traditional winery while sampling some of their finest wines.
SafeTours: We have implemented the recommended measures for prevention and disinfection against the coronavirus to ensure the safety of travelers and guides/drivers.
Private Tour Highlights:
• Private visit and wine sampling at a traditional handcraft winery.
• Visit the historical wine making museum and the mansion of unique architecture of the Dealu Mare region.
• Enjoy breathtaking views of the Romanian southern green hills and villages.
authentic. inspiring. memorable.safe.
Values that we hold as promise for each of our concept theme private tour experiences.
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$139.41
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- Lipscani
- Stavropoleos Monastery (Manastirea Stavropoleos)
- Choral Temple (Templul Coral)
- CEC Palace (Palatul CEC)
- National Museum of Romanian History (Muzeul National de Istorie a Romaniei)
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