The Real tour of Communism

Overview

Available languages

German

English

Spanish

3 hours

Mobile ticket

The Real Tour of Communism will take you through all of the major aspects regarding the life under communist rule in Romania which lasted officially from 1948 to 1989.

The Communism era was marked by the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu who ruled Romania for most of this period (1965-1989).

We will discover the landmarks of the Communist era to understand how the city's architecture was influenced and changed for ever. But also the former locations of the Secret Police where Romanians were interrogated and tortured too.

The tour ends in the Revolution Square where Nicolae Ceausescu had his last speech on Dec 21st 1989 few days before he was executed together with his wife.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

The tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress accordingly

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

A snack that survived to present days since the Communism times.

3 hour walking tour

Food and drinks, unless specified

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Catedrala Patriarhala

The Patriarchal Palace used to be the former headquarters of The Great National Assembly during the Communism period.

15 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Palace of Parliament

Find out the story of the second largest building in the world.

15 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

Tour on Communism Regular

Tour on Communism: The aim of The Tour of Communism is to offer tourists a guided tour that will take them through all of the major aspects regarding life under communist rule in Romania which lasted from1948 to 1989.

Exceptions

Reviews

4.95

652 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

623

Incredible detail showing...
Jesda G,
Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Incredible detail showing the impact of communism on everything from food to architecture. Detailed storytelling on how it came to be and what happened in the aftermath of the revolution. Worth every penny!
Great tour!
609maryjeans,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful tour. Mihai did a great job explaining much of the history of this era, particularly about the revolution. This tour was the highlight of our visit to Bucharest. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to understand contemporary Romanian history.
Great tour, a must!
Vincent H,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a very pleasant experience, top guide. Who has brought everything clearly, and has clearly recounted the painful part of Romanian history.
5-Stars - go with confidence
I8900ECmatthewm,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Good price, 3 hours was the right amount of time. Group size of about 7-8 was perfect. Easy walking distance. Most importantly, the guide, Mihai, was excellent in his presentation and commentary. You might recommend that guests view a few of the YouTube videos of the events of December 1989 before the tour to get a sense of the time and sentiments of the crowd, which will be especially when talking about the final speech on the balcony.
An incredible tour of 20th Century Romanian History
Todd S,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Andrea led us through historical sites in Bucharest while sharing the history with us. She personally lived through the revolution years in 1990 and had great insight and stories. I highly recommend her and this tour for anyone interested in local history.
Tour guide is very...
Morgan U,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Tour guide is very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. We learned so much! We loved all of our stops and appreciated the break in the middle.
Very instructive tour
NorthStar52588352818,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice experience. Mihai's comments were very interesting but always objective and respectful of different opinions. I strongly recommend this tour
A highly recommended tour and great way to experience the real Bucharest.
phil spratt,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Highly recommend anyone visiting Bucharest to do this tour. It's a great way to see the city and understand it's communism past, and impact it still has today on the country. Mihai is an amazing tour guide, and you will have a fantastic time, as we did, walking round the city. Don't hesitate to book.
An exceptional trip into the history of communist Romania
Emily B,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A fascinating tour of the history of Romania as a communist country . Visited lots of fascinating sights and our tour guide really brought to life . His insights were genuine and his real life experiences invaluable.
Great experience
DaphnaandRoby Y,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent and insightful experience, walk through the main sights in Bucharest, embedded in its communist history. A wonderful guide (John Sever).