Guided Tours

Bucharest: Palace of Parliament Entry Ticket & Guided Tour

Name: Bucharest: Palace of Parliament Entry Ticket & Guided Tour
Start: 2026-09-13T10:00:00
End: 2026-09-13T13:00:00
Location: Bucharest

4.4/5(2,925)

Frederic S

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

The guide of this palace of parliament tour was fantastic: he was very knowledgeable, kind and gave many personal anecdote (for example his parents refuse to take his tour, as they have suffered so much in the time period of building structure). The building itself is extremely significant for the relative recent history of Romania and a must visit. What can be improved is the clarification of where the entrance is. We arrived one hour early, but to the wrong entrance; as it was not clear where exactly it was. Then we walk outside the entire building for 50 minutes (in the massive heat) and barely made it to the correct entrance and tour. Include better description, mire specific links (for both weekdays and workdays) and more pictures. Thank you.

Simona B

Couple

Verified booking

4 days ago

It was wonderful to be able to admire the Parliament building from the inside as well! Rocco, our guide, accompanied us, handling the organizational aspects in a very efficient and friendly manner, until he handed things over to Cristina, the guide who led us through the halls open to the public. I wasn’t very familiar with the country’s history, nor with everything that led to the building’s construction. What struck me most during the various tours I’ve taken over the past few days is the pride people have in their country—in what it has been through and what they’ve seen grow right before their eyes. A wonderful experience!

Christoph L

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

In just a short time, we were able to take in so much of this incredibly large and unique building. You can still feel the spirit of communism there. The tour guide spoke excellent English and had us laughing a lot with her delightful sense of humor. The entire organization of the tour was also perfect. We received clear and sufficient information in advance, and were greeted right at the entrance by a staff member who took wonderful care of us. It’s a shame the hour went by so quickly. Highly recommended!

Benita C

Solo

Verified booking

5 days ago

We had such a wonderful visit! Our tour guide was absolutely amazing knowledgeable, friendly, and made the experience even more enjoyable. The palace itself was breathtaking and truly beautiful to see in person. It was a memorable experience from start to finish, and I’m so glad we had the opportunity to visit. I would highly recommend adding this to your itinerary if you’re in the area. Definitely worth the visit! ✨🏰

Sharon T

Solo

Verified booking

4 days ago

Excellent communication for meet up point even when same day change Our official guide Corina was full of interesting facts and figures with understandable English and happy to answer questions The fact that we only got to see 6% of the building helps one grasp just how immense it is and all one man's vanity projects, especially the stairs !! My Uber driver was in the Army at that time and was one of the forced labourers on the project

Rui C

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

The easiness of the ticket buying process and obviously, the Parliament Building and the associated tour. It's quite impressive not only by the majesty and greatness of the building itself, but also the story behind it's construction.

Join a focused 1-hour guided visit inside Europe’s largest administrative building, with timed entry that lets you maximize time in Bucharest.

Start by skipping the entry line at your booked time, bypassing ticket queues so you move quickly from security check into the palace interior.

Explore grand halls and chambers with your official guide, who leads you through key areas while sharing context on design, function, and daily life here.

Follow a set indoor route at an easy pace, with your guide pointing out standout rooms, decor, and stories that bring this working institution to life.

Choose from English, Spanish, Italian, or Romanian tours, or upgrade to a private tour with Mercedes minivan transfers.

Skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Parliament

English, Spanish, Italian, or Romanian-speaking official guide (as per option selected)

Private guided tour (as per option selected)

Luxury Mercedes Benz minivan pick-up from city center (as per option selected)

Photo fees

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

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What our guests say
Stephanie R
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The parliament was nice. Unfortunately AnnaMaria our guide was not pleasant. She just did her job. She wasn't friendly or approachable if someone had or wanted to ask questions. It made for an unpleasant experience.
Ioannis K
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
Great guided tour, our guide was perfect and very friendly. The duration is good as we saw everything that needed without anything unnecessary. I recommend it 100%.
Frederic S
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
The guide of this palace of parliament tour was fantastic: he was very knowledgeable, kind and gave many personal anecdote (for example his parents refuse to take his tour, as they have suffered so much in the time period of building structure). The building itself is extremely significant for the relative recent history of Romania and a must visit. What can be improved is the clarification of where the entrance is. We arrived one hour early, but to the wrong entrance; as it was not clear where exactly it was. Then we walk outside the entire building for 50 minutes (in the massive heat) and barely made it to the correct entrance and tour. Include better description, mire specific links (for both weekdays and workdays) and more pictures. Thank you.
Simona B
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
It was wonderful to be able to admire the Parliament building from the inside as well! Rocco, our guide, accompanied us, handling the organizational aspects in a very efficient and friendly manner, until he handed things over to Cristina, the guide who led us through the halls open to the public. I wasn’t very familiar with the country’s history, nor with everything that led to the building’s construction. What struck me most during the various tours I’ve taken over the past few days is the pride people have in their country—in what it has been through and what they’ve seen grow right before their eyes. A wonderful experience!
Christoph L
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
In just a short time, we were able to take in so much of this incredibly large and unique building. You can still feel the spirit of communism there. The tour guide spoke excellent English and had us laughing a lot with her delightful sense of humor. The entire organization of the tour was also perfect. We received clear and sufficient information in advance, and were greeted right at the entrance by a staff member who took wonderful care of us. It’s a shame the hour went by so quickly. Highly recommended!

Explore Bucharest's Palace of Parliament on a 1-hour skip-the-line guided tour in your preferred language.

Getting started

Arrive at the designated meeting point near "Senatul Romaniei" at least 25 minutes before your scheduled tour time to allow for security checks. Have your valid passport or national ID (for EU citizens) ready for verification at the entrance. After check-in, you will join your small group and meet your official guide before entering the Palace of Parliament.

Palace of Parliament

What to expect

Step inside one of the largest administrative buildings in the world and walk through its grand interiors on a focused 1-hour route. You will move through multiple flights of stairs, passing ornate corridors and impressive halls while your guide explains the building's role and organization. The visit follows a route set by the Parliament, which may vary depending on events taking place inside.

Features

Follow an official guide who shares context about the building's function, architecture, and the areas you pass through, helping you understand how the Parliament uses these vast spaces today.

Benefit from skip-the-line entry to the Palace of Parliament, using a dedicated access route that avoids the regular ticketing queues at the entrance.

Choose your preferred language for the tour, with an English, Spanish, Italian, or Romanian-speaking official guide leading your group as per the option you select at booking time.

Walk up approximately 200 steps across several flights, giving you a sense of the building's vertical scale and internal layout as you move between levels.

Wrapping up

Your guided tour ends inside the Palace of Parliament after about 1 hour, at the conclusion of the designated route. You can also choose a private guided tour with Mercedes minivan transfers from Bucharest city center. From there, you're free to exit the building and continue exploring the city on your own.

What to bring

Carry your passport, as it is mandatory for entry into the venue.

Comfortable footwear is recommended since the tour involves climbing approximately 200 stairs.

Accessibility

This experience may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Please note that the route includes several flights of stairs, with around 200 steps in total, and there is no elevator access available.

What’s not allowed

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not permitted inside the Palace of Parliament.

Pets are not allowed, with the exception of certified service animals.

Photography may require an additional charge; please check the applicable fee at the entrance.

Entry is prohibited for guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Additional information

Tour timings and duration may vary depending on events and operational requirements set by the Parliament.

All visitors must present valid identification during the security check.

E.U. citizens can enter using either a valid national ID card or passport.

Non-E.U. citizens must present a valid passport for entry.

Driver’s licenses, military IDs, photocopies, digital copies, or unsupported local IDs will not be accepted.

The ID presented must match the type of identification commonly accepted for airport travel, otherwise entry may be denied.

Please arrive at least 25 minutes before your scheduled slot to allow enough time for security procedures.

Head to the area near “Senatul Romaniei”; detailed meeting point instructions will be shared in your confirmation.

The guided visit lasts approximately 1 hour and is conducted by an official guide.

Hotel transfers, photography charges, and tips are not included in the ticket price.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start of the experience.

Flexible booking options are available with reserve now, pay later.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.