Communist Party

Find out what it was like on the eastern side of the Iron Curtain by joining our Communist tour. A 45-year-long period compressed in about 3 hours, including the factors that led to it, its aftermath and how it affects present-day Bulgaria. The main goal is to present this controversial period of Bulgarian history in an objective and informative way. Topics include World War 2, education, healthcare, industry, housing, economics, and culture.

The Real Tour of Communism will take you through all of the major aspects regarding the life under communist rule in Romania which lasted officially from 1948 to 1989. The Communism era was marked by the dictator Nicolae Ceausescu who ruled Romania for most of this period (1965-1989). We will discover the landmarks of the Communist era to understand how the city's architecture was influenced and changed for ever. But also the former locations of the Secret Police where Romanians were interrogated and tortured too. The tour ends in the Revolution Square where Nicolae Ceausescu had his last speech on Dec 21st 1989 few days before he was executed together with his wife.

Step by step, you’ll explore the rich and complex history of former Czechoslovakia—clearly laid out along a historical timeline. From the aftermath of World War II and the 1948 Communist coup, through the oppressive 1950s, the hopeful Prague Spring of 1968, the harsh period of Normalization, and finally the peaceful Velvet Revolution of 1989, this tour offers a comprehensive yet entertaining look at life under communism. Discover how everyday life unfolded behind the Iron Curtain, brought to life through vivid stories, history, and personal anecdotes from your local guide. We’ll take a 30-minute break for an optional lunch or Kofola in a retro 1970s working-class canteen. Then, we visit a Cold War nuclear bunker that captures the paranoia of the 1950s—admission (250 CZK / 10 EUR) is included. To keep things personal and interactive, we limit group size to a maximum of 15 participants—we love good conversation and questions!

Shanghai is the birthplace of Chinese Communist Party. This tour will allow you to travel along the roller coaster developing route of Communist Party from 1921 First Congress, through Long March; Civil War; Korean War; Great Leap Forward; Culture Revolution; Ping Pang Diplomacy; Birth Control to 1986 end of "Coupon Age‘’ and social stability. The tour reveal some unrecorded history. If you are history lover, if you are curious about Mao Ze Dong, don't miss it out!

Enjoy a 3 hour, information rich, private tour of Bucharest centre concentrating on the recent history of this great city, including the Palace of Parliament, Unirii Square and fountains, the former Communist Party headquarters, and Revolution Square, where the famous revolution of Christmas 1989 began. Hear my own story, of life under under Nicolae Ceausescu, how I was sworn in allegiance to the great leader and his tyrannical wife, as one of Romania's 'Pioneers', taught to load and fire an AK-74 assault rifle, (while at high school), and lived only a few miles from the heart of the uprising in Revolution Square…

This tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and modernity that truly captures the essence of Tirana, Albania’s dynamic capital. Here’s why it stands out: Diverse Historical Insights – From the Ottoman charm of Et'hem Bey Mosque to the Cold War secrets of Bunk’Art 1, each stop reveals a different layer of Tirana’s fascinating past. Visitors get a deep dive into Albania's transformation, from communist oppression to modern freedom. Vibrant Local Culture – Experience the lively spirit of Pazari i Ri, Tirana’s revamped market, where you can taste fresh local produce, shop for handmade crafts. The tour offers a true slice of Albanian life. Modern Experiences with a Twist – The tour combines historic sights with modern adventures, like a cable car ride to Dajti Mountain. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a nature lover, or someone who enjoys immersing themselves in local culture, this tour gives you a comprehensive and memorable experience of Tirana like no other!

Our Communist History Tour – is a tip based walking tour of Budapest, it is perfect for those which want a short stroll though the city in the evening rather than a long hike. You will learn about the unique form of Goulash communism, and see the locations of major street fighting in the 1956 uprising. Understand how Communism divided Hungarian society and how it impacted upon every fabric of that society. Learn about its impact on the church, education, health care, food and daily life under communist rule. Unlike other walking tour companies, we keep our groups small to below 15 people to allow for a more intimate experience. There is a token booking fee for this tour, instead, you can our guides as little or as much as you like, depending on how great a tour you experienced. We are an independent tour company which uses historians and qualified guides.

Feel the spirit of communist Warsaw during this private tour in an iconic retro automobile of the 1970’s and 80’s – the Fiat 125p. You will be chauffeured by a professional driver-guide who will introduce you to Warsaw and its communist history, showing you the most important landmarks such as the Palace of Culture and Science, the House of The Polish Communist Party and the communist housing districts. Hop in the car and learn about the era of monumental, massive architecture, empty store shelves and never-ending queues. The route might be changed a bit accordingly to current traffic situation. Please note that groups over 4 people will be driven around in blue vintage minivan – check it out in our photos.

The communist regime in Romania definitely was the most oppressive in Central and Eastern Europe, leaving deep marks in all that concerns different social aspects like economy, religion, architecture and culture. • See the first Romanian Parliament and find out how the first outlaw communists plotted a bomb attack against the democrats. • Find out all the superlatives characteristic to the second biggest administrative building in the world, the Palace of the Parliament. • Visit one of the neighborhoods built for the communist elite during the time of Stalin. • See the biggest unfinished communist urban project, Casa Radio. • Enjoy more stories about the life in communism and how the regime finally collapsed: The Revolution.

You will discover the story of the rise to power of the Romanian communist party and the unparalleled cult of personality of dictator Nicolae Ceausescu, standing in front of his iconic balcony. You will learn how Ceausescu’s craving for applause led to his overturn in the most violent anti-communist revolution of 1989. On a tour full of contrasts you will learn about day-to-day life during communism, the economy, the propaganda, the relationship with religion, the fear of the secret police. You will go off the beaten path and take advantage of Bucharest's great public transportation to get to the Memorial Cemetery of the Heroes of 1989 and a unique Monument for the leaders of the communist party. You will also explore the Civic Center and the exterior of the Palace of Parliament and learn about the achievements of architects, but also the sacrifices for the local community, demolitions and saving of churches during the 1980s. You will finish the walk near Parliament and the old town.

Your insightful local guide will make this 3 to 4-hour tour unforgettable for you as he knows inside out the communist heritage in Sofia and in Bulgaria. You will be lead also to a lot of off-the-beaten path sights for which you could only read in some of the most professional travel blogs. You would uncover the secrets of the Bulgarian capital and its communist heritage in buildings, sights, stories and museum. Get ready, that's the most in-depth communist tour of Sofia! Choose between privately-guided and self-guided tour.

In December 1989 the communist Romania could be considered as a mental-hospital where the lunatics were running the asylum and the “internees” were punished for their sanity. How did we get to have one of the most symbolic dictatorship regimes in the modern history? What and who are to be blamed for this tragic condition? And not the last, how did courageous people stood-up and repudiated the evil leaders?   The Grand Tour of Communist Ages is trying to provide answers to these complex questions, and not only.

Available in English / Italiano / Français Explore Bucharest one step at a time to discover the history, culture and unique architecture in a comprehensive walking tour with Most Iconic Landmarks included. Recommended for photo enthusiasts, city explorers and seekers of unique experiences. Private Tour Highlights: • Architectural Heritage after the First World War • Constructions of the Communist Golden Era • Jewish Heritage and Holocaust in Romania • Culture and Traditions of unique patrimony • Final days of Communism during the Revolution of 1989 • Bucharest citizens’ lifestyle then and now authentic. inspiring. memorable. Values that we hold as promise for each of our theme tour experiences you choose, together with our pride in assisting all our visitors to discover Romania and its history, culture, traditions and natural wonders.

The tour is approximately 2 hours long and features an iconic classic car called a Trabant. The object of the tour is to take you back in time and make you feel what life was like for people living in Bulgaria during the communist era. Our focus is not to put you to sleep with statistics but rather show you what kind of challenges people had to deal with both during and after the communist times.

This tour will take you to the frightening communist regime in Albania, which consists of presenting you the lifestyle, the old dictator’s Enver Hoxha crimes, bunkers built to survive the dangers of a nuclear war which existed only in the leader’s imagination, the Historical Museum and lots more.

In this one day tour, you will have the chance to get acquainted with the communist period (socialistic period) in Bulgaria. The socialistic republic of Bulgaria existed from 1946 until 1989. This is one of the most controversial parts of modern history. But one thing is for sure – like any other political system, communism (socialism) bequeathed us both things that we would like to forget and others that we can admire.

Panoramic tour of Tirana offers the fastest way to learn about Albania entirely. Ideal for people that are in Albania for short stay and want to learn more about Albanian's history and culture.

Are you interested in communist Warsaw, comrade? Tired of typical tours? You don’t want to admire the city only through the window? Try yourself on our Fiat 126p self-drive Communist tour. Can you imagine better way to learn about communist history in Poland than while driving an iconic car from those times – Fiat 126p a.k.a „Toddler”? Driving the "Toddler" is the best fun way of diving into the atmosphere, the architecture and the people of Polish communism. As you drive, your guide will familiarize you with Warsaw of the communist epoch, showing you the most important landmarks like Palace of Culture and Science, Constitution Square, House of The Polish Communist Party or communist-era housing blocks of the Muranów district.

Available in English / Italiano / Français Get a glimpse of Dictator's life, the secrets of his regime and relive some of the events during the Revolution to attempt an answer to the following questions: Was Ceausescu a proud nationalist leader or a megalomaniac dictator? Was the Revolution actually organized in advance? Was Ceausescu’s execution a cover-up? Sites to Investigate: • Dictator's Red Marble Grave • People’s House Exterior visit (Parliament Palace) • Mausoleum for Socialist Heroes of Motherland • Spring Palace – Ceausescu’s residence (Exterior visit Mondays) • State Security HQ – infamous offices of forced confessions and torture • University Square – the clash barricade of the revolutionaries • Soviet Heroes Memorial • Communist Party Headquarters • Revolution Square – where hundreds Romanians were shot dead during the manifestations

A tour entirely dedicated to Hungary's Red Past with story-telling based on vivid memories instead of dusty books. Hammer, sickle, '56 and the trabantful days of Communism.