Bucharest Old Town Free Walking Tour
Free walking tour
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Culture & History
City Tour
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Lipscani Old Town, Bucharest, Romania
Old Town, Bucharest, Romania
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, French, German, Spanish (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
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Tour description
Discover the 'Little Paris of the East' on this free walking tour of Bucharest's lively old town. With a local guide you'll admire the tiny, ornate Stavropoleos Church, visit the ruins of the Old Princely Court founded by Vlad the Impaler, and wander the buzzing bars and cafés of Lipscani. See the beautiful CEC Palace and National Bank, the historic Caru' cu Bere beer hall, and hear how Belle-Époque grandeur, communism and the 1989 revolution shaped the city — with the colossal Palace of Parliament nearby. Pick up insider tips on mici, papanași and the best terraces. Free to join — simply tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth at the end.
Meeting point:
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By Stavropoleos Church, Old Town (Lipscani)
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Meet by the tiny, ornate Stavropoleos Church.
Stop 2 – The ruins of the Old Princely Court of Vlad the Impaler.
Stop 3 – The buzzing bars and cafés of Lipscani.
Stop 4 – The historic Caru' cu Bere beer hall.
Stop 5 – The beautiful CEC Palace and National Bank.
Stop 6 – University Square and the story of the 1989 revolution.
Final stop – End with tips on mici, papanași and the best terraces (the Palace of Parliament is nearby).
Stop 2 – The ruins of the Old Princely Court of Vlad the Impaler.
Stop 3 – The buzzing bars and cafés of Lipscani.
Stop 4 – The historic Caru' cu Bere beer hall.
Stop 5 – The beautiful CEC Palace and National Bank.
Stop 6 – University Square and the story of the 1989 revolution.
Final stop – End with tips on mici, papanași and the best terraces (the Palace of Parliament is nearby).
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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