Taste Bucharest: A Food Lover's Tour of Markets & Neighbourhoods
From the heart of the city to the tastes of the country, this tour takes you on a historical, architectural, and culinary adventure through the many faces (and tastes) of Bucharest! Journey deep into the neighbourhoods of La Belle Époque Bucharest, while sampling the traditional peasant foods that define Romanian cuisine.
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What's included in Taste Bucharest: A Food Lover's Tour of Markets & Neighbourhoods
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
National Theatre Ion Luca Caragiale (Teatrul Nakional Ion Luca Caragiale)
We begin at the National Theatre, exploring its role in the Romanian Revolution and the street battles that shaped Bucharest’s history.
We'll walk to Strada Batistei, once home to the old American embassy, where we'll learn about its 19th-century Neo-Romanian architecture and historical significance.
We'll pass by Batiștei Church, where you'll learn about its history and architectural significance as a key example of Romanian Orthodox heritage.
Inclusions
- Sample 3 local beers (or 1 beer, 1 wine, 1 sour-cherry brandy) and brave a shot of Romanian brandy
- Explore Bucharest’s National Theatre, steeped in revolution history
- Ride Bucharest’s iconic tram down Mosilor Street, experiencing Communist-era buildings
- Experience Bucharest's neighborhoods and flavors with a local guide
- Taste traditional Romanian food, including the best local cheese, the beloved mici street snack)
- Visit Obor Market, the largest and most famous peasant market in Bucharest
- Receive tailored recommendations for the best bars and eateries
- Savor a sweet Wallachian doughnut to wrap up the food journey
- Discover the Armenian Quarter and its eclectic architectural styles
- Additional food and drinks
- Tips/gratuities for your guide
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please notify at least 24 hours in advance as to whether you have any food allergies, sensitivities, or other dietary needs, such as vegetarian/vegan or gluten intolerant
- Small Group tour size a maximum of 12 people. Private tour option available just for you and your group.
- Food samples Include: ‘Peasant platter’ (local cheese and meats, seasonal vegetables, and homemade bread); street snack; 2 mici (includes bread and mustard); election of local cheeses and produce; Wallachian doughnut
- Drink samples Include: 3 beers (or 1 beer, 1 wine and 1 sour-cherry brandy); a shot of tuica (Romanian brandy). Soft drinks and coffee/tea are available as alcohol drinks replacement if required.
- We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day.
- During this tour we walk around 6 km and use the public transportation network
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- "On the stairs of the National Theatre in front of the main entrance, Nicolae Bălcescu 2, Bucureşti. If you are using Uber, please use this address: Bd. Nicolae Bălcescu 2 instead of writing National Theatre.
End Points
- Saint George Square/ Unirea Square
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Dietary Notes Please notify at least 24 hours in advance as to whether you have any food allergies, sensitivities, or other dietary needs, such as vegetarian/vegan or gluten intolerant. Dress Code Please wear comfortable walking shoes. Additional Information We reserve the right to change both the route and places visited within the tour. Food inclusions are subject to change, dependent on availability on the day. Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour: *Your tour visits venues that serve food from local sources, and also goes to the farmers' market where we buy produce from small family farms from around Bucharest. *This tour also cuts out single use plastic by offering tap water at the locations we visit. *Your tour visits off-the beaten path locations, avoiding the overcrowded touristic sites of the city and giving you more insight into local life. Review us How did we do? Your experience matters! Let us know by leaving a review.