
Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 14 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide worth booking?
Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide is a 3-hour experience in Bucharest, Romania, from £18 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 14 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (14)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- £18 per person
Visit several bars (from 22.00 recommended) on a pub & bar hopping adventure in Bucharest's Old Town with a welcome drink or beer and 2 shots included per person. Taste the local shot called Palinca (if you dare!) and Experience the vibrance of the old town. Enjoy a tailored experience created with you in mind. Your guide adjusts the tour to meet your needs. Don't worry about finding your guide, with easy hotel or apartment meet-up of your choice within the city.
What you get
About this experience
Visit several bars (from 22.00 recommended) on a pub & bar hopping adventure in Bucharest's Old Town with a welcome drink or beer and 2 shots included per person. Taste the local shot called Palinca (if you dare!) and Experience the vibrance of the old town. Enjoy a tailored experience created with you in mind. Your guide adjusts the tour to meet your needs. Don't worry about finding your guide, with easy hotel or apartment meet-up of your choice within the city.
What's included
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Dinner recommendations and reservations made on your behalf
- Met by Professional guide at your hotel/apartment or a location of your choice
Not included
- Dinner
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Lipscani
You will met by your host at time of your choice (22.00 recommended) at the Moxy in the Lively Old Town of Bucharest called Lipscani. 1 Free Drink and 3 Shots Included per person A dinner reservation can be made in advance by your guide at your request. Romania is well know for it's local spirits, so of course our first visit will be taking you to a bar which serves only shots! After 1 or 4 Palinca's you will make your way to a variety of bars dotted around the old town including an exclusive roof top terrace where awesome spirits, cocktails and beers are served. The tour usually lasts 3-5 hours but your guide will stay with you until are ready to leave and will also assist in arranging taxi's back to your hotel/apartments if required. Reservation for Club tables can also be made on request with your guide.
120 minutes here
Shoteria
We will visit the infamous Shoteria Bar for a shot or two... to get everyone in party mood!
30 minutes here · Admission included
The Vintage Pub
No Bar Crawl is complete without a stop off at the awesome Vintage Bar in the heart of the Old Town.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Times Cocktail Bar
Visit the famous party pub alley way in the heart of the old town and enjoy complimentary shot here.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Trinity College Pub
Pass by this popular Pub for another free shot
20 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bucharest
We start our tour at the Moxy By Marriot Bar in the Old Town for a complimentary welcome shot!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We start our tour at the Moxy By Marriot Bar in the Old Town for a complimentary welcome shot!
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, ro
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bucharest Bachelors
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 18 years
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 14 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
14 verified traveler reviews for Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent fun in Bucharest
We arranged the bar crawl around old town, hot rods and the super club with Anne and the team and they were all fantastic, excellent communication from start to finish, great local knowledge and really helped make our trip more enjoyable, Anne really went above and beyond to fit in all our needs and changes, sorting everything for us with ease, would recommend to any groups
via Tripadvisor
Annie are you ok.
Well organised and good trip. Thanks.
via Tripadvisor
Lovely place
Great service, many thanks to Anca and to the whole team! Beautiful city with nice and welcoming people
via Tripadvisor
Poor communication
Our experience was very bad. The time given us by Vito was wrong, the booking stated they would pick us up at the hotel that was not correct, and we were of the impression that we would be on tuck, tucks or minivans and that was also not correct. We did not go
Response from the operator: Dear Roy, We appreciate your feedback, but your review contains several factual inaccuracies that need to be clarified for future travellers: No person named “Vito” works for our company. Your assigned guide was Anne, who first contacted you on 12 August and reconfirmed multiple times before your activity — however, you did not reply until October, the day before the tour. The meeting point is correctly listed as Moxy Bucharest Old Town Hotel (17–19 Strada Doamnei) — exactly as shown on your Viator ticket and in our listing. No hotel pickup is included, and this is clearly stated in the product description on both Viator and TripAdvisor. The experience is a walking bar crawl through Bucharest’s Old Town — an area that does not permit vehicles, tuk-tuks, or minibuses (which are also not written or INCLUDED in the listing) You confirmed via WhatsApp that you would meet the guide at 21:30, then chose to cancel 20 minutes before the start, despite full communication and flexibility from our side. You also acknowledged in writing that this issue was “no fault of ours” and caused by Viator’s listing confusion. For these reasons, we kindly request that this inaccurate review be removed, as it does not reflect the service provided or the facts of the booking. Bucharest Bachelors
via Viator
Catalin, thank you!
Catalin offered us the best experience ever. He had an amazing mix of traditional shots of modern flaming flamboyant shots and with a twist of personal touch. The service was amazing: he was very friendly and got our taste from just a glance. Everything he served was perfectly aligned with our expectations. He listened to our preferences and understood the assignment. Thank you, Catalin! 🤗
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- £18 to £50
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bucharest.
How much does Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide cost?
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Prices start at £18 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bucharest usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bucharest is not rushed.
Is Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 14 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Bucharest, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bucharest can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bucharest and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bucharest within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bucharest?
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On Outty we rank every Bucharest experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Real tour of Communism, Top Gear Road, Small-group max 7 pax with Pick-up, Transfăgărăşan, Bucharest Highlights Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bucharest?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bucharest?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide?
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Included: Alcoholic beverages; Dinner recommendations and reservations made on your behalf; and Met by Professional guide at your hotel/apartment or a location of your choice. Not included: Dinner; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide?
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We start our tour at the Moxy By Marriot Bar in the Old Town for a complimentary welcome shot! Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide offered in?
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It is offered in English and Romanian. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Bucharest Private Old Town Pub and Bar Crawl with Guide?
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Across 14 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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