Guided Tours

Palace of Parliament Bucharest Skip-the-line Tickets with Guided Tour

Palace of Parliament Bucharest exterior with skip-the-line tour group gathered at entrance.

Palace of Parliament Bucharest exterior view with skip-the-line guided tour access.

Palace of Parliament Bucharest exterior with tourists entering for skip-the-line guided tour.

Palace of Parliament Bucharest exterior with skip-the-line tour visitors.

Stumble across large halls, unique interiors and opulent decorations on this hour-long tour of Romania’s Parliament.

Highlights

Venture through Europe’s largest building on this tour of Romania’s Parliament
Dedicated skip-the-line tickets to this cherished attraction saves you time
Learn about the communist regime in Romania from your expert tour guide
Waltz across the three levels of the building, each decked with opulent interiors
Enjoy the sight of chandeliers, mirrors, ceiling lights, and elaborate decorations
Step out onto the Dictator’s Balcony and enjoy views of the Fountain Boulevard

Inclusions

Skip-the-line ticket to Parliament Palace
Official English-speaking tour guide
Booking fee

Exclusions

Hotel transfers
Photo fees

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Jan

4/5

Oct, 2024

The building was magnificent and it was so interesting to hear of it's history. However, we arrived nearly 40 minutes early and found it extremely difficult to find the right gate to enter. We couldn't find any clear signage. Other travellers might have similar challenges.

Charidemos

3/5

Sep, 2024

First issue. On the Palace of Parliament website states clearly that you have to call them to confirm your spot in any case. You take care of this but it was nowhere stated, and I was calling them and they were sending me back to you. Second issue. Your instructions clearly said to use the EAST entrance and I was sent to the back entrance. I could use the right entrance to go at the back of the building as well but it wasn't stated so I had to walk 30 more minutes and almost lost my booking. In both cases you need to provide correct and up to date information.

Adrian

4/5

Sep, 2024

We really enjoyed the tour of the Palace. The tour guide was interesting and informative with lots of facts and figures about the palace. She spoke good English and ensured she answered all our questions. The only downside is the meeting point, there is no signage and looks the same as the many other entrances. We were nearly late. The meeting point is to the right as you are looking at the 'Visitor Entrance' perhaps 20m away. There was a round blue sign saying B3.

Petra

5/5

Aug, 2024

We had some trouble finding the meeting point .But the palace was enermous.I loved it but the fact that we seen only 3% of the building is crazy and i wana see more.The tour guide Cristian was great.

Alexander

3/5

Aug, 2024

The tour was quite interesting. The meeting point was hard to find. "Left" side of the building is very unclear. We had to queue for quite a long time in the heat for security and this was quite disorganised with no feedback from guide. It was really hot, some water should have been provided.

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Your Experience

Visit one of Bucharest’s top attractions, the Parliament Palace with an expert tour guide by your side. Constructed between 1984-1997, this landmark rose during the darkest period of communism in Romania. With a dedicated skip-the-line ticket you’ll begin your exploration of the world’s 2nd largest building right away. Immerse yourself into the history and contemporary realities as you cover three levels of the building. Explore the main meeting rooms and the Ballroom, exhibiting over 500 chandeliers, 1400 mirrors and ceiling lights, and other decorations. Pick up on mind-boggling facts about the attraction, like how the building has 8 underground levels (including a nuclear bunker) linked to the main state institutions by 20 kilometers of catacombs! Bask in the magnificent views of the Fountains Avenue on the 2nd level, where your tour officially ends.

Know Before You Go

Important Information

Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour starts to go through the security check.
This tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility since you will be climbing about 200 steps on multiple flights during the course of your tour (not all at once).
There is no elevator available.

Timings

Daily at 3pm

Blackout Dates

24, 25 and 31 Dec, 1 Jan

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly
Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with your Passport to your tour guide
Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at the Left side of the Parliament building. It is the Senate Entrance.
Address: Calea 13 Septembrie 1-3, București 050711, Romania

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