Bohemian Bucharest Markets and Mahallas Traditional Food Tour

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.

Itinerary
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Stop At: National Theatre Ion Luca Caragiale (Teatrul Nakional Ion Luca Caragiale), Bd. N. Balcescu 2, Bucharest Romania

Your Bucharest tour begins at the National Theatre the geographical and administrative heart of the city, and the scene of titanic street battles between miners and students immediately after the Romanian Revolution.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Strada Batiștei, Str. Batiștei, București, Romania

We will take a short walk to Strada Batistei, formerly known as the 'St Germain' of Bucharest and the site of the old American embassy, now an overgrown testament to different times. This area is famed for its 19th-century Neo Romanian architecture that defines much of the national style.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Biserica Batiștei, Str. Batiștei 19, București 030167, Romania

We will pass by the Batiștei Church (Romanian: Biserica Batiștei) is a Romanian Orthodox church with an interesting history.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: The Armenian Church, Strada Armenească, București 030167, Romania

We'll then make your way to the Armenian quarter. The Armenians were a vibrant and successful merchant community in the 18th and 19th centuries, thanks to their valuable role as 'middlemen' for the Ottomans. Based around the Armenian church, their mahalla (neighborhood) features a spectacular variety of architectural styles from all over Europe and the Ottoman empire, as the wealthy merchants strove to out-do each other in taste and elegance. Classical, Belle Époque, Modernist, New-Romanian, Balkanic, eclectic — this quarter boasts all these styles, including the oldest documented house in Bucharest, which you will visit.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Calea Moșilor, București, Romania

After, we'll experience the quintessential Bucharest public transport: a short ride on a tram. Rattling along the famous Mosilor Street, you’ll enter into Communist Bucharest, with its regimented blocks and housing projects, as you make your way to the famous Obor Market.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Piata Obor Bucuresti, Str. Ziduri Mosi Nr. 4, Sector 2, Bucharest 077085 Romania

We will spend some time in the main market of the city bustling with colours smells and amazing street food to enjoy. You will have time to do some shopping for traditional items after which we will sit down to taste some local produce and extremely tasty street food.



Duration: 1 hour 40 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Most travelers can participate"
"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."
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duração: 5 Hours 30 Minutes
Ponto de partida: Ion Luca Caragiale National Theatre, Bulevardul Nicolae Bălcescu 2, București 010051, Romania

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Taste traditional Romanian food, including the best local cheese, the beloved mici street snack)
• Sample 3 local beers (or 1 beer, 1 wine, 1 sour-cherry brandy) and brave a shot of Romanian brandy
• Hop aboard a tram and ride through the city alongside locals (Tram ticket included)
• Browse through the biggest and liveliest peasant market in Bucharest
• Taste a doughnut only found in this part of the country
• Explore the neighbourhoods and flavours of Bucharest with local English-speaking guide
• Get personalised tips for the area's best bars and eateries.

Não Incluído

• Additional food and drinks
• Tips/gratuities for your guide

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