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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.

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.

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.

Get a quick overview of Bucharest’s top attractions on a private tuk-tuk sightseeing tour. Enjoy live commentary on the city’s history, as the chauffeured three-wheeler passes by the Palace of Parliament, Victory Avenue, Revolution Square, and numerous other landmarks. The tour is the perfect opportunity to orient yourself to the city’s layout for future exploring. Don't forget to ask your guide for personalized suggestions for what to do during the rest of your vacation.

Zip around Bucharest behind the wheel of a miniature hot rod with this small-group Bucharest tour. You'll don a helmet and hop in your own tiny hot rod, driving by the Palace of Parliament and making your way down Victoria Road with an experienced guide to lead the way.

The majestic Peles Castle is one of Sinaia’s most popular attractions—which can mean long ticket lines at the entrance. If you want to bypass the crowds and get in quickly, then this skip-the-line entry and guided tour package is an ideal option. Get into the castle quickly, then enjoy having a guide to show you around and explain its history and hidden secrets.

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.

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.

This is a full dinner experience at hidden local places — not a tasting tour. Join Dan & Patricia for an intimate, hosted food and storytelling experience in Bucharest’s Old Town. Explore the historic center while enjoying traditional Romanian food from carefully selected local spots, including hidden places known mostly by locals. Along the way, Dan shares personal insights about Romanian history and everyday life, while Patricia curates an authentic food experience that reflects local traditions and flavors. Guests often describe the experience as feeling like spending time with friends, combining conversation, culture, and delicious home-style food. A highlight of the experience is visiting a lesser-known traditional restaurant preserved in an authentic 1980s-style atmosphere, a place most visitors would not find on their own. The experience takes place in a small group setting for a relaxed and personal atmosphere.

Rather than struggling to check off Transylvania's many sights on your own, see the best of the Romanian region with ease on this 2-day private tour from Bucharest. Head into the Transylvania countryside without having to drive yourself and explore the medieval cities of Brasov, Bran, and Rasnov at a relaxed pace over two days. As you travel, your guide fills you in on Romania’s complicated and fascinating history. This is a great way to explore Transylvania’s castles, villages, and fortresses by car and on foot.

Instead of choosing between a car tour and a walking tour, this private sightseeing adventure combines both. First, enjoy a panoramic car tour to save time and see important sights such as the Palace of the Parliament. Then take a walk around Bucharest’s center, passing the Palace of Vlad the Impaler, the Royal Palace, Revolution Square, and Victory Avenue.

Take a break from bustling Bucharest on this private day trip to the Black Sea shores of Constanta. Enjoy a walking tour through the old town to admire highlights like the Casino, main mosque, ancient Roman mosaic, and marina. Relax on the beach or sip a cocktail on the waterfront before the return drive to your hotel.

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.

Get personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this 10-hour private tour of Constanta and the Black Sea from Bucharest. Visit landmarks such as the Romanian Folk Art Museum, Ovid Square, the Roman Edifice and mosaic, Great Muslim Mosque, and Mamaia Seaside Resort. Round-trip private transportation with hotel pickup from Bucharest is included.

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.

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.

Visit the largest brown bear sanctuary in Europe and Bran Castle in one day on this small-group tour with a professional English-speaking guide. See rescued brown bears and learn about their rehabilitation efforts at the Libearty Bear Sanctuary in Zarnesti. Afterwards, explore the Gothic Bran Castle, more popularly known as Dracula’s Castle, with your guide to provide historical context and insights. Hotel pickup from central Bucharest is included for convenience.

If you’re looking to explore Bucharest but want to get more from your visit than exploring alone and don’t want to get lumped into a large group tour where you cant even hear your guide, this Bucharest Private Full-Day Tour with Hotel Pickup gives you a great option. This private tour stops at some of the city’s most impressive attractions, such as the Palace of Parliament, Ceausescu Mansion, and Macca Villacrosse Passage, with a private guide who knows the city's history best.

See what Bucharest is like at night, quickly and easily traveling around the city with an unobstructed view of the city on this private tuk-tuk tour. Zip around the highlights of Bucharest, including photo stops at the Palace of Parliament, Palatul CEC, and Piața Unirii to see major Bucharest landmarks illuminated at night. Places on this private tour are limited to two passengers.

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 Stavropoleos Monastery, the Royal Palace, Revolution Square, and more, with a local guide to provide historical context and insights.

Cover the top sights in Transylvania in 48 hours without the hassle of navigating unfamiliar roads or coordinating public transit with this private tour. Set off from Bucharest to take in the top castles and medieval cities on the first day. After overnighting in Sighisoara (own expense), visit the walled citadel of Sibiu before returning to Bucharest in the late afternoon.

First-time Bucharest visitors that want to explore the city can always book a typical tour, but then you're stuck in a packed bus, where you're just one in the crowd. Enjoy a more personal sightseeing experience with this private tour, where you can enjoy your guide's complete attention, and see top sights around the city. Highlights include visits to the Palace of Parliament, National Village Museum, Revolution Square, and the Old City Center—all with your personal guide leading the way.

Discover the wildlife and natural beauty of the Danube Delta with this day tour from Bucharest. Travel in comfort to the eastern city of Tulcea, where you’ll board a private boat to cruise the narrow waterways of the delta. As you float through nature you’ll have the opportunity to spot birds and wildlife and pass by tiny fishing villages. The fee for the private boat is not included in this tour.