
Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu
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Is Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu worth booking?
Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu is a 9-hour experience in Bucharest, Romania, from $308 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $308 per person
In this tour you will understand the communist time in Romania and know more about Ceausescu and his family on how they leaved and how they died. We will visit the Palace of Parliament - Ceausescu's dream after a visit
What you get
About this experience
In this tour you will understand the communist time in Romania and know more about Ceausescu and his family on how they leaved and how they died. We will visit the Palace of Parliament - Ceausescu's dream after a visit in North Korea and the Piaka Revolukiei which is the most important place in 1989. The Ceausescu Mansion - the residence of Ceausescu's Family and the Museum of Communism where Ceausescu was convicted and killed.
What's included
Included
- Private car (Tourism or Minibus) only for you and your friends/family
- A private, licensed English speaking guide/driver, available throughout the tour
- All car expenses, such as gasoline, parking and road tolls
- Great flexibility regarding changes to the daily itinerary even after the start of the tour
Not included
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Palace of Parliament
In Bucharest City Tour at the Palace of Parliament or People’s House – you will learn how dangerous and damaging a totalitarian regime like communism can be for a nation. You will feel small seeing what pointless opulence and megalomania “the sleep of reason” can create. Imagine you have the chance to see the second largest administrative building on the planet, after the Pentagon, and that it will be an experience you will be able to share with your grandchildren.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Piaka Revolukiei
One of the most important place when we talk about Romanian Revolution, December 1989!
60 minutes here
Ceausescu Mansion
The “Ceauşescu Mansion” was for a quarter of a century (1965-1989) the private residence of Nicolae and Elena Ceauşescu and of their children, Nicu, Zoia, and Valentin. Built in the mid-1960s and known at the time as the “Spring Palace”, the mansion was enlarged between 1970 and 1972. The preferred choice for the design of the Ceauşescu family’s residence was Aron Grimberg-Solari (born 1928). The architecture of the palace is complemented by landscaping conceived by the architect Robert Woll (who was also the main furniture designer for the house) and the landscape engineer Teodosiu.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Museum of Communism
This is the building, now museum, where Nicolae Ceaușescu and his wife were tried and executed. It is now old, dilapidated, and not maintained very well or used except for the area of the trial. Entry cost was 8 ron and there is an addition charge to take photos. The rooms are very small and you can tell by the furniture it was a very poor country in 1989. It appears they do not want to glamorize the event or persons as there were limited photos. There is a room where they checked President Ceausescu and his wife medically before the trial. There is room with the tables and chairs that the trial was in. There are two chairs in a corner where they sat. The other tables were used for the defense, prosecutors and guards. There is a room with the beds where they ate and slept. You can go outside and see the area where they stood them up and used automatic weapons to kill them. There were no trees there at that time as now.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, ro, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Romania Private Guide
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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It was a nice experience, there were things that were during the communist era. Clothing, furnishings (ie radios, records, tv, tables, chairs, kitchen appliances etc), there was articles showing children in the communist led schools, and news articles. There is a young man in that is a walking historian of the communist times in Romania. Ask him any question. He has vast knowledge and was enjoyable to talk with him.
Response from the operator: Thank you for leaving us such a wonderful review! We are thrilled that you loved your experience! We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day! Thanks for your kind words! Best Regards! Nicolas
via Tripadvisor
Must see if you are interested about the Communism
It's the second time when I visited Romania and wanted to know more about the Communism and romanians opinion about it! We couldn't ask for more because Razvan offered us a lot of information while visiting essential please in Bucharest plus we went to Targoviste, where was the end of Communism! Thank you for what we learn from you, Razvan!
Response from the operator: Dear, Vladimir! Thanks for leaving us such a wonderful review! We are thrilled that you loved your experience. We put customer experience and satisfaction as our priority, and your review reaffirms the hard work we put in every day! Thanks for your kind words and you are welcome any time to reach us again! Best Regards! Nicolas
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $308 to $500
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bucharest.
How much does Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu cost?
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Prices start at $308 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 Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu?
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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 Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu?
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Around 1 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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Communism History in Romania - Private Tour with Execution Place of Ceausescu 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, Bucharest Highlights Walking Tour, Top Gear Road, Small-group max 7 pax with Pick-up, Transfăgărăşan. 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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