Top Bucharest Cultural Tours

Discover the highlights of Bucharest with this guided walking tour. Over the course of two hours, get a good overview of the city and see many of its major sites, including the Royal Palace, Parliament, Stavropoleos Monastery, Manuc’s Inn, and more, with a local guide to provide historical context and insights.

Discover the highlights of Bucharest with ease with this private sightseeing tour by tuk tuk. See more of the city with less time and effort. Choose from 1-, 2-, and 3-hour tours or a night tour and see landmarks from the Old Town to the Press House and hear the stories behind them from your guide.

Experience both the highlights and best kept secrets of Bucharest on a four-hour bike tour. A bike and helmet are conveniently included, as is a your guide.  Explore the city by bike and expand your discovery radius without getting worn out or feeling rushed. See the city’s top attractions, including the Parliament Palace, and lesser known points of interest, such as the Gypsy neighborhood.

Discover the history and events of the Cold War in Romania on a walking tour of Bucharest. Navigate 40 years of communism in the country as you visit landmarks like the Palace of the Parliament and Revolution Square. Learn about what life was like under communist rule and what happened after the fall of communism in 1989.

Tour one of the most impressive buildings in Europe, and one of the biggest in the world, on a convenient guided tour. You’ll get to explore the inside of the Romanian Parliament building with an informative local guide, so you’ll leave with a greater understanding of Romania’s history and politics. It’s a must-visit sight in Bucharest, and will help you understand the huge role that Nicolae Ceausescu played in shaping Romania.

Venture deep into the heart of Transylvania to visit two of Romania’s most magnificent castles and the medieval town of Brasov on this day trip. Step into the life of Romanian royalty at sumptuous Peles Castle, a fairytale-like summer retreat surrounded by forest and still adorned with immaculate period decor. Then, connect with the country's notorious vampiric lore at Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle,’ thanks to its chilling Gothic chambers and turrets that seem to be plucked straight from a horror movie.

This private combo tour in Bucharest pairs traditional Romanian culture and architecture with wine. Get a sense of country life right in the city at the open-air Village Museum, featuring faithful replicas of peasant houses, cabins, watermills, and more from all across the country. Then, get cozy at a historic manor and Bucharest’s oldest wine bar for a guided tasting of four Romanian wines served with local sausages and cheese.

Taste your way through Bucharest’s most charming and unusual ‘mahallas,’ or neighborhoods, on a small-group food tour. Venture beyond crowded squares and Communist architecture to discover the Romanian capital’s quieter, Belle Époque quarters, where Old World elegance meets bohemian flair. Along the way, pop in to lively markets, specialty shops, and cafes to sample the best of artisan Romanian cuisine like goats-milk cheese, cured meat, bread, craft beer, and Wallachian doughnuts.

See a different side of Bucharest on this 3.5-hour walking tour of the Romanian capital’s alternative artistic and cultural scene. See some of the best examples of the emerging street art movement, and visit cutting-edge galleries and design spaces where creative urbanites are shaping the future of the metropolis. Learn about fashion trends and urban planning efforts from your local guide as you explore one of Eastern Europe’s most quickly transforming cities.

Gain an intimate perspective of Bucharest’s haunted history and spooky sights on an evening tour of the city. Hear tales of vampires, ghosts, and mysteries as you explore hidden spots and major landmarks with your costumed guide, and be immersed in the city’s Gothic atmosphere as you stroll its most haunted streets after dark.

Visit Transylvania's top attractions on a private day tour from Bucharest. Comfortable Wi-Fi-equipped transportation takes you from your accommodation into the Carpathian Mountains to Neo-Renaissance Peles Castle. Next, visit charming Bran Castle, commonly called Dracula’s Castle. Then, discover the historical center of Brasov with your guide. Entrance fees are not included, and you have ample free time to explore each location on your own.

Vlad III, the Prince of Wallachia, was born sometime between 1428 and 1431, probably in Sighişaora, Transylvania. His patronymic, ‘Dracul’, means Dragon, derived from the membership of his father, Vlad II Dracul, in the Order of the Dragon, an order of chivalry for the defence of Christianity in Eastern Europe against the Ottomans, so the young Vlad became known as Dracula, or “son of Dragon”. The exact date, cause, and location of Vlad’s death is unknown, but is believed to have taken place between October and December 1476, when he disappeared in battle. It is known, however, that his head was taken to Constantinople as a trophy. His daughter Maria was meanwhile brought to the Neapolitan court, whose ruling family was allied with her own family, where she was adopted and eventually married to a Neapolitan nobleman.

Fit in a visit to beautiful Bulgaria, all without navigating border crossings or booking a hotel. On this private day trip from Bucharest, see the best of Romania’s southern neighbor with a guide, including the beautiful medieval city of Veliko Turnovo, the 12th-century Tsarevets Fortress, a cave monastery, and charming Arbanasi Village.

Make every second in Bucharest count without worrying about navigating the city alone when you join this small group guided tour. Led by a local in English or Italian, you’ll wander through Romania’s capital city, visiting landmarks like Revolution Square, the Stavropoleos Monastery, and the Palace of Parliament — the heaviest building in the world. You’ll also see medieval Old Town, historic churches, and one of the most popular concert halls in the city.

Combine visits to three important Romanian attractions without the hassle of driving on unfamiliar roads on a tour from Bucharest. Explore Caldarusani Monastery, Snagov Monastery, and Mogosoaia Palace with a guide for extra context. Personalized attention is guaranteed in your small group.

Get to know Bucharest as you explore the city’s historic landmarks, lively neighborhoods, and grand boulevards. Benefit from the undivided attention of your private guide on this 3-hour walking tour, discover the striking architecture and storied history of the Old Town, and learn about Bucharest’s communist past as you stroll down Calea Victoriei and visit Revolution Square.

Explore Jewish heritage on a private walking tour in Bucharest! Your local guide will accompany you to the former Jewish quarter, an area of Bucharest so rich in monuments and history. The old Jewish neighborhood has beautiful 19th century temples and synagogues, hosting interesting museums that cover the history of the Jewish community in Romania. The tour starts and ends in the heart of the city (Old Town), right in front of the Starbucks from the Manuc Inn (Hanul lui Manuc).

Take advantage of how close Bulgaria is from the city of Bucharest without worrying about finding your own way around on this full-day shared tour to Veliko Tarnovo. Cross the border and stop first at Basarbovo Monastery, a Bulgarian Orthodox cave monastery, before continuing to Veliko Tarnovo. There, you’ll take a tour of Tsarevets Fortress and enjoy free time walking the city streets. Entrance fees to attractions are not included.

See a different side of Romania's capital and discover the macabre on this walking tour through Bucharest’s harrowing history. Uncover the city’s most sinister secrets, from the bloody battles of the Dark Ages to the brutal communist practices of the Cold War era. Visit the chilling Bellu Cemetery and hear about ghastly local legends like the Vampire of Bucharest.

Don’t miss this spooky small-group Dracula tour from Bucharest. Meet your guide in Bucharest, then it’s off to explore the sites where Count Dracula’s lore still lingers. Peek around the Poienari Citadel and explore other potentially haunted sites like Targoviste and Curtea de Arges Monastery. Learn about the legends and misconceptions of Dracula from your knowledgeable guide. This tour limits the number of people, to ensure a quality experience.

Visit the largest brown bear sanctuary in Europe and Bran Castle in one day, without worrying about logistics, on this small-group, full-day tour to Transylvania. Well-suited for travelers staying in Bucharest without easy access to a car, enjoy a seamless experience that covers all of your transportation requirements. Entry to both attractions is a separate cost that can be arranged well before your vacation begins.

Get more from your visit to Bucharest by booking a communist history tour that lets you explore main sights of that time while also keeping away from the crowds with private transport in between stops. Stops include the Soviet War Cemetery, the graves of Nicolae Ceausescu and his wife, the Palace of the Parliament, University’s Square, and five other spots associated with Communist history.

Quickly and easily travel between the many attractions around Bucharest by car or minivan on this private tour of the city. With your guide, visit popular Bucharest sights such as the Palace of Parliament, Ceausescu Mansion, and the Romanian Athenaeum, learning about their history as you go. This private tour has a limit of seven passengers.