Bucharest Beer Tour
Bucharest, Romania
From EUR 60.00
Office phone number: +40 722 629 540
Bucharest Beer Tour
Bucharest, Romania
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Fasten your seatbelts! You’re about to take a journey into the heart of ‘Little Paris,’ a nickname that indicates just how dreamily grandiose the architecture of Bucharest can be. We’ll show you the city’s top historical sites and tell you a few tales of life behind the Iron Curtain. And did we mention that you’re going to experience all this whilst getting your beer on?! All the best craft beers and local brands will be handed to you with a friendly smile from your local guide as we frequent some of the best beer joints in the city. History and beer?! You can thank us later…
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Highlights
- Sample the best local beers in Bucharest and learn a bit about the brewing process
- Discover the city’s historical highlights, pretty squares and striking architecture with a local guide by your side
- Hear tales of what daily life was like during the Communist era and how it compares to today
- Try the local’s favourite peasant cuisine with a traditional Romanian food platter, served in one of the hippest bars in town
- Enjoy a deliciously authentic street food snack from one of our favourite local vendors
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Schedule details
- Duration: 4 hours
- Meeting point:
Meeting place: In front of KFC Piata Romana, in Roman Square.
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- Starting time: 5.30 PM
- Ending point:
University Square.
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, one street snack, one flight of beer (4 glasses of 150ml each); two more beers in two different locations (2 draft beers of 400 ml each), peanuts, traditional Romanian snack platter.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
They say that beer makes history better and we think that you will agree by the end of this tour! Whether this is your first time in Bucharest or your tenth, we’re confident that we’ve come up with the most fun way to discover our beautiful city.
Your tour begins in Romana Square (Piata Romana), where you will meet your local guide. Following a brief description of the area, we will make our way, passing by Amzei Market, to our first stop to meet a local street vendor where we’ll sample a traditional Romanian street pastry.
Next up, we’ll head over to one of our favourite craft beer bars, just a short walk away. While indulging in a flight of four local craft beers, we’ll chat about the brewing processes and about the passion that goes into beer-making in Romania.
Throughout the tour, we’ll talk about the up-and-coming craft beer scene in Romania and introduce you to our local history and culture with a carefully curated assortment of tales that are sure to get you bang up to date!
Now, with our beer buzz setting in, we will continue our walk down Victory Avenue, home to many of Bucharest’s most important landmarks, such as the Revolution Square, which boast a mix of royal and communist influences, perfectly reflecting the city’s complicated past.
Next on our agenda is another hidden gem in a historical location with a great atmosphere that you’re sure to love. Here, we shall continue with our stories and local beer exploration as we taste one of the oldest beer brands in Romania. On route, you will discover intriguing sights, such as the former National Theatre of Bucharest, the former Headquarters of the Communist Party, one of the oldest churches in Bucharest, Kretzulescu Church, and the University Square with its superb late 19th-century architecture.
Our last stop will be an exquisite turn-of-the-century townhouse, lovingly restored but with that irresistible sense of elegant decay so typical of Bucharest. Whether you choose to sit inside or outside, under the trees and vines, with grapes dangling overhead, you’ll sample a selection of Romanian entrees (gustari), including goat’s cheese, cured meat, spring onions and homemade bread, and take some time to relax and absorb the atmosphere of this extraordinary little hideaway. It is said that while Romanians love the culture and sophistication of urban life, when it comes to food it’s ALL about the peasant food (cucina povera) of the countryside, so this peasant platter will be the perfect introduction to some of our most beloved Romanian flavours.
But where is my beer we hear you ask?! No worries, we’ll order one for you and it just so happens to be the first craft beer ever produced in post-communist Romania. Cheers to that!
Our tour ends here but before you go, don’t forget to ask your local guide for tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, one street snack, one flight of beer (4 glasses of 150ml each); two more beers in two different locations (2 draft beers of 400 ml each), peanuts, traditional Romanian snack platter.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher
Child Policy: Travellers under 18 years of age are not permitted to join this tour.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +40 722 629 540
Email address: info@bucharesturbanadventures.com
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