Legends of Antwerp Private Walking Tour
Antwerp, Belgium
2 hours
Date
Today
April 7, 2025
Time
8:00 am
9:00 am
10:00 am
11:00 am
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
4:00 pm
5:00 pm
6:00 pm
What You Will Do
Why is Antwerp called the city of giants? Why is the hand the symbol of the city? How did Antwerp come to be the richest city in the 16th century in Europe and what are the reasons for its decline? For the answers to these questions and many more, come join our Legends of Antwerp Walking Tour!
On our legendary tour, you’ll explore the historic centre with a professional guide and get to know the history behind the rise and fall of Antwerp’s Golden Age, mixed in with some old legends that have been around for hundreds of years. We start the tour from the Grote Markt square and from there we take you to the Stone castle, Butcher’s Hall, St. Charles Borromeo church, Farmer’s tower, Meir, Rubens house, Fashion nation, Friday market, museum Plantin-Moretus, Vlaeykensgang and the Cathedral of Our Lady. We’ll also give you loads of tips on the ‘must do’s’ of today’s Antwerp. If you want to get the real taste of Antwerp, don't miss this tour!
What's Included?
- Tour guide
What's Not Included?
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
The tour starts by the statue on the main square (Grote Markt). Find the guide with a red umbrella!
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Grote Markt
15 minutes
Why is Antwerp called the city of giants? Why is the hand the symbol of the city? How did Antwerp come to be the richest city in the 16th century in Europe and what are the reasons for its decline? We'll give you a full introduction about the city of Antwerp on the beautiful main square.
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Additional Information
This activity is operated by Legends of Bruges Free & Private Tours
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Options
- Guide - English
- Guide - Dutch
- Guide - Spanish
Customer Reviews
Do the tour at the beginning of your stay and you know what to go and see afterwards.
2023-11-14
The guide Luc Delien made the tour very interesting, informative and entertaining. He involved all 6 participants in his stories of Antwerp and everyone became a part of Antwerps history. Highly recommend him for other tourists.
Excellent tour in Antwerpen
2023-11-06
This was an excellent tour with an excellent guide (Luc D.)
Just the right mix of history, facts and fun.
Just the right mix of history, facts and fun.
Do it !
2023-11-04
Our guide Joske was so knowledgeable and accommodating made the history come alive. Highly recommend if you’re comfortable walking etc. on cobblestones.
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