Communism Fall in Romania (1989 Revolution Story) - private tour in Bucharest

Have you heard of Ceausescu, the infamous leader of the communist regime from Romania? Are you interested in finding out more about „the instrument of terror – The Securitate”? Do you want to know how people lived during those days of oppression and shortages? We can answer all this questions and together we will discover what the communist regime meant for Romania and it`s people.

No doubt, Romania was significantly marked by the period of communism. It is part of our history and cannot be forgotten so easily.

This half-day tour (5-6 hrs) itinerary will present you Romania during the communism regime, and also aspects about the fall in 1989 and the beginning of the democracy.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Ceausescu Mansion, Bulevardul Primaverii No.50 District 1, Bucharest 011975 Romania

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.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Piaka Revolukiei, Calea Victoriei Boulevard, Bucharest Romania

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.

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Palace of Parliament, Strada Izvor 2-4, Bucharest 050711 Romania

The largest administrative building in the world, buint as a future house for the dictato's family

Pass By: University's Square, Bulevardul Regina Elisabeta 3, Bucharest 030167 Romania

Place of the clash barricade between the police and the revolutionaries

Pass By: Triumph Arch (Arcul de Triumf), Piata Arcul de Triumf, Bucharest Romania

A landmark in Bucharest

Pass By: Parcul Kiseleff, Soseaua Kiseleff, Bucharest Romania

A park along the boulevard - copy of Champs Elusee

Pass By: Calea Victoriei, Victoriei Street, Bucharest Romania

One of the oldest boulevards in Bucharest

Pass By: Palatul Regal/Royal Palace, Calea Victoriei 49-53, Bucharest Romania

The royal palace in the Revolution Square



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 5 Hours
Start location: Bucharest, Romania
Traveler pickup is offered
We can arrange pick up anywhere in Bucharest

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Private tour led by a local English speaking guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Bucharest (selected hotels only)
• Private transport by air-conditioned car

Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Entrance fee to Ceausescu's Mansion - Spring Palace

Facilities