The 12 Best Bar & Pub Tours in Romania

1.Bucharest Pub Crawl in the Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 462 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $26Our pick

Start at Gregory’s on Lipscani Street at 10pm and join guides such as Katy, Andreea, Carmen, Jasmine, or Bogdan for four to five Old Town bars and clubs. Expect one shot at each stop, group photos, dancing, and help with table bookings or karaoke. The $26 price covers the crawl and shots, not your other drinks.

“This was a grief green safe introduction to the inner city which is full of so much activity it says if every nice place in New York City who has brought together into 10 square blocks and it's amazing and these hosts keep you safe and you get to meet a lot of people who speak English from all over.”

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2.Weekend Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 454 reviews · from $24Best value

Join Bucharest 2Night for a four to five hour crawl through four or five Old Town bars and clubs. English-speaking guides such as Mario, Ada, Carmen, and Razvan help solo visitors and groups meet people, with one shot at each stop, priority entry at some venues, and photos and videos along the way.

“The best pub crawl in Bucharest! It was so fun! Thanks”

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3.Bucharest Beer and Culture Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $118

Spend four evening hours walking through central Bucharest, from Romana Square and the Athenaeum to Revolution and University squares. Along the way, taste three 400 ml craft beers at three bars, try Romanian pastry at Amzei Market, and hear local stories from guides such as Alex, Andreea, Irina, or Bogdan. The group is capped at 12.

“A really great introduction to the Bucharest craft beer scene! My guide Andreea was very knowlegable, a really good storyteller, and a great person to talk with! I highly recommend!”

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4.Private Bar Crawl in Bucharest – Old Town Area

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $36

Spend four to five hours with a private local guide, starting in Bucharest’s Old Town before moving to clubs along Calea Victoriei. Your guide may include Mary, Diana, Adelina, Anca, or another team member, matching venues to your music taste and group mood. Four to five locations and alcoholic shots are planned, with club entry extra.

“Mary and Diana were amazing showing us around they had a great energy to them. I definitely recommend.”

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5.Weekend Pub Crawl

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 17 reviews · from $28

Meet your English-speaking guide at Piata Unirii and spend about four hours moving between four Cluj-Napoca bars and clubs. You get free entry, one shot at each stop, party photos and videos, plus local advice. Guide Michael has led memorable nights, but bring valid ID and dress for club rules.

“It was great! The best way to get to know new people and make friends! It was worth it!”

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6.Craft Beer Tour with Traditional Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $101

Spend three hours walking from University Square through Bucharest neighborhoods that mix oriental street plans with modernist and art-deco buildings. A local English-speaking host, such as Mircea, Alex, or Sergiu, leads you to local pubs for six beer tastings, a street snack, and a traditional Romanian meal. Groups are limited to 10.

“Completely Fantastic, by far the best thing I did in Bucharest. Mircea and Alex were friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. We were taken to some fantastic places, the beer was great and we were given some brilliant tips (and help with the language). The food was lovely too, plenty of it and my allergy was catered for easily. If I'm ever back in Bucharest, I'll definitely be booking another tour with Mircea, he knows his stuff, speaks perfect english and really takes on board any comments to tailor the information to your interests. It felt like an evening out with friends. Great job Mircea, ThankU :-)Read more”

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7.Pub Crawl in Cluj

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $29

Meet your English-speaking guide at the Matthias Corvinus statue at 10 p.m. for a four to five-hour night through four Cluj bars and clubs. Your $29.79 fee includes four alcoholic shots, a local guide, group photos, and nightlife tips. Expect walking, a maximum group of 20, and a return to Piața Unirii.

“I had selected the Spanish language and at the end the guide spoke English. She is a good girl who did everything possible to make us have fun, unfortunately due to Festival we were only 4 participants. We managed to spend a quiet and fun evening.Auto-translated”

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8.Bar Crawling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $47

Start at 9 p.m. on Strada Lipscani 25 and spend four to five hours with a local party guide, including Alex, at Bucharest bars and clubs. Expect a complimentary shot at each venue, three included admissions, rooftop views, live entertainment, and a group of up to 30 people. Control Club and Expirat may charge extra.

“I had the time of my life during Alex's Bar Crawling. I've been in Bucharest before and did a bar crawl with another company, but Alex's has the best bar and club selection. Bucharest Night Life is amassing but Alex takes it to another level. The groups are small, thus extremely personalized, and Alex is adapting it according to everyone's wishes.”

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9.Brașov Top Craft Beer & Secret Bars Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 4 hours · from $69

Meet guide Dan at the George Barițiu statue and spend four hours walking Brașov’s medieval center, hearing local stories, and tasting two craft beers. The small group, capped at 10 people, finishes at a local bar or pub. English and Romanian tours are available for adults 18 and older.

“The tour was great, learned a lot of things about Brașov and Romania, while trying a few beers! The guide is very kind and friendly, and answered all of questions. He made us feel at home.”

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10.Bucharest VIP Bar Crawl in Lipscani ‘Old Town’

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $83

Meet a private guide such as Rux or Anda at your hotel, apartment, or Strada Doamnei 19, then head to Lipscani for Palinca, upscale bars, and a rooftop terrace. The crawl usually lasts about four hours, but your guide can adjust the pace, arrange dinner or club tables, and help with a taxi home. Drinks, food, and transport cost extra.

“I had a great time. Took the crawl with 6 French guys. At the end of the crawl, I was surprised how much French I picked up, which is also a good reason to mix with people from other countries. The "Drunken Lords" pub is a spot not to be missed.”

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11.Craft Beer Tour with Traditional Meal Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $104

Meet at Bucharest’s National Theatre at 4 p.m. for a four-hour walk through local pubs, modernist streets, Art Deco sights, and the old Armenian quarter. Guides such as Mircea and Sergiu pair three beers with a covrig, mici, fries, and easygoing city history. The group is capped at 10 and returns to the meeting point.

“Sergiu showed us one of the best, if not the best, experiences we have been on! The experience was amazing and personal. We felt like we were friends and sharing a causal day together learning more about a city and a bit of its history Read more”

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12.Private Wine Tasting at Bucharest’s First Wine Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $103

Spend about three hours learning Romania’s wine story in a 100-year-old manor that houses Bucharest’s first wine bar. Your private guide, possibly Emma, introduces four Romanian wines, Dealu Mare terroir, and traditional cheese and dry sausages. Hotel pickup and drop-off keep the evening simple.

“Emma does a great job detailing the country and city history. The wine bar is a cool place with tons of history and delicious wine offerings! Highly recommend”

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