Bucharest’s Holy gems: a journey through orthodox churches and history
Discover the spiritual heart of Bucharest
Step into the rich religious heritage of Bucharest with a captivating walking tour through the city's most significant Orthodox churches and monasteries. This three-hour experience offers a unique blend of history,
architecture, and spirituality, exploring the sacred landmarks that have shaped Romania’s faith and culture.
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Tour highlights
✔ The Patriarchal Cathedral & Monastery
Visit the spiritual heart of Romanian Orthodoxy—the Patriarchal Cathedral. This historic complex, home to the head of the Romanian Orthodox Church, is a masterpiece of religious art and a center of faith for centuries.
✔ Domnița Bălașa Church
Begin your journey with Domnița Bălașa Church, an architectural gem with deep ties to the Brâncoveanu family. Admire its stunning Brâncovenesc style and discover the fascinating history of its patron, a princess known for her charitable deeds.
✔ St. Anthony Church
Step into Bucharest’s oldest surviving church, St. Anthony, located near the Old Court of Vlad the Impaler. With its medieval frescoes and tranquil atmosphere, this church is a true window into the past.
✔ Stavropoleos Monastery
A jewel of the Old Town, Stavropoleos Monastery (1724) impresses visitors with its intricate stone carvings, serene courtyard, and rich history. This small yet breathtaking monastery is a must-see for lovers of Byzantine
and Brâncovenesc architecture.
✔ Zlatari Church
Located in front of the historic CEC Palace, Zlatari Church is known for its miraculous icon of St. Cyprian, a protector against evil spirits. Discover its legends and the role it plays in Romanian religious traditions.
✔ Church of St. Nicholas (The Russian Church)
A striking contrast to traditional Romanian Orthodox churches, the Russian Church stands out with its golden onion domes and exquisite iconography. Built with support from Tsar Nicholas II, this church offers insight into
Bucharest’s multicultural influences.
✔ St. George’s Church (Sf. Gheorghe Nou)
Conclude your tour at St. George’s Church, the final resting place of Prince Constantin Brâncoveanu. Marvel at its rich frescoes, historic relics, and its role in preserving Romania’s Orthodox heritage.
Why join this tour?
• Explore Bucharest’s spiritual legacy: visit the city’s most important Orthodox churches and monasteries, each with a unique story and architectural beauty.
• Immerse in history and faith: learn about the connection between religion, art, and history in Romania’s capital.
• Expert local guide: gain deeper insight with stories, legends, and historical context provided by a knowledgeable guide.
• Picturesque landmarks: enjoy a scenic walk through the heart of Bucharest, discovering hidden gems beyond the usual tourist trail.
Book your tour today and step into the sacred history of Bucharest, where faith and culture intertwine in stunning architectural masterpieces!
Duration:
/ daily & flexible starting time, agreed with the traveler
Meeting point:
In front of hotel Horoscop Bucharest (Union Square, city center)
Prices for a private tour:
1 person: euro per person
2 persons: euro per person
3-8 persons: euro per person
What's included:
Walking city tour led by a local guide
What's excluded:
Entrance fees / church donation
Client reviews: Bucharest Private Tours
Bucharest by foot walking tour
Georgiana from UK: Would highly recommend this experience! Toni Tatar is super knowledgeable, really nice and passionate about touring, as well as accommodating to our questions and interests I.e. we asked him to incorporate more
details about communism in the tour, which he gladly did and adapted the route as well to this request. Also we got lots of other recommendations from him regarding other spots of interest in Bucharest (including restaurants for
example) as well as for the rest of our trip within Romania. Really enjoyed it and would recommend it further for sure!
Alexander from Serbia: It was very Informative. The guide is friendly and precise. I recommend it for anyone. You should definitely try it when you come to Bucharest.
Jeroen from the Netherlands: „Great way to get to know Bucharest! hat a great way of walking through Bucharest. Manuela knows so many facts about the city and she takes the time to show them to you. We had a tour as a
couple and she answered all if our questions. Tips for restaurants, places to visit and shops to go to, she knows it all. We highly recommend this tour to all people who visit Bucharest and want an honest opinion about the city and his residents.”
Sarah from UK: „A fabulous experience. Manuela presented the tour in a really friendly and informative manner. We learnt so much from her about Bucharest and it's history. She was also incredibly thoughtful taking care of
my 83 year old father in the tour, incorporating small rest stops when needed and even joined us for a cup of tea. I would really recommend this tour as it leaves you feeling more connected to the city and it's wonderful culture.
Thank you so much.”
Panoramic Tour of Bucharest
Jonathan from USA: Toni Tatar was a great tour guide! We went to all the amazing spots in Bucharest. Toni had so much knowledge about the whole town. He even hung out with us after the tour in old town Bucharest.
Maria from Cyprus: Superb!! Very well known guidance. TONI Tatar is a very educated and friendly guide. We saw many important landmarks and learned a lot. I truly recommend it. You will not regret it!
Pat from USA: „The tour is designed specifically for your needs. The pick up time was adjusted when my flight was delayed and I was able to indicate my special interests. The guides humored me and let me have a drink in a
hookah bar because it was something I wanted to do.
When I showed interest in a topic they were very knowledgeable and expanded on it.”
Lou from Australia: „I took this driving tour with Toni Tatar to get an over-view of Bucharest. Toni has very good knowledge, is easy to communicate with in English and is very helpful. The tour was made very easy, pleasant and
informative. I would recommend this tour.”
The Fall of the Communism Tour
Linda D. from UK: „Myself and friend stayed at the Rembrandt hotel, were Toni Tatar very kindly organised two private tours one was a combined city tour with the Communist and the other to Bran castle, Pele's and Brasov,
both were excellent, got to see and do everything we wanted, was tailored to our needs and lovely personal service from both Toni and Marius. Would highly recommend this company.”
Carmen S. from Australia: „We had no idea what to expect, but what we got was one of the highlights of the trip. Picture a vicious megalomaniac with access to unlimited budget. Add a wife who was worse than he was. Then
follow their demise by starting at the place where he gave his final speech. Toni Tatar, our guide, brought a taping of the event and so standing where the protesters were made us feel like we were there. Next we saw their Spring
Palace, with a tour of the tackiest 50 room mansion, which was where they lived. Finally, we went to the second largest building in the world, which they were building to replace the mansion for some $8 billion: eight stories above ground,
six below of Stalinesque. It was so large, we couldn't get the entire building in our picture. Seeing the 1800 chandeliers (actually you only can see a fraction of them) the ballroom, their studies the size of basketball stadiums, and the
auditorium for operas and speeches, gave you enough of a taste for what was planned. Toni had arranged it, took us to the locations, and gave us a background so we could understand what happened. He also helped us get to and from the airport
and buy train tickets. We were impressed with his concern for the safety and well being of his clients. We give kudos to him and urge others to contact him if you want a top notch experience for a reasonable price.”
Relax & Wellness at Therme Spa Bucharest
Avengers74 from Naples: „A paradise! Fabulous place to spend a whole day in total relaxation away from the urban chaos. The outdoor swimming pool is beautiful, especially in winter because you could immerse yourself in
the hot water surrounded by snow. The restaurant service is also excellent, good food at a good price. Too bad that with children under 16 you cannot access all areas.”
