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Private History & Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp

4.9 (101 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private History & Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp

About this activity

Get off the beaten track and discover the dark side of Antwerp with your private guide. This private tour is a great way to skip the touristy trail and get to know the more obscure side of Antwerp. During the 2h tour you will discover the city from a different perspective with its hidden gems and unique sights.

Are you looking for adventure and breathtaking panoramic views? Would you like to hear some medieval legends or “spicy” stories from the Red Light District? Then this tour is for you! Our experienced guides are eager to share with you their knowledge and passion for the city to make your time truly special!

Included: Grote Markt, The Stone Castel, Red Light District, rooftop of MAS Museum, The Old Port, St. Paul’s Church, a trendy modern area called “The Island” and many more

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Dutch, Spanish
Operated by
Legends Walking Tours of Antwerp

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional guides

Itinerary

  1. Grote Markt

    10 min

    Grote Markt square is the heart of Antwerp. It is filled with gorgeous medieval guild houses, the City Hall and the Brabo Fountain in the middle. It also hides some interesting legends which our guide will share with you.

  2. Cathedral of Our Lady

    10 min Admission not included

    You will find out the history behind the Cathedral and its belfry tower — truly iconic treasures of Antwerp's skyline.

  3. DIVA

    10 min Admission not included

    Antwerp has been known as the world’s Diamond Capital since the city's Golden Age. This brilliant museum is the right place to tell you the bright and the dark side of the gems trade.

  4. Het Steen

    10 min

    The Steen Castle is the oldest building in Antwerp and has fulfilled several functions over the centuries, for example that of a prison. Our guide will share some interesting insides of the medieval prison life.

  5. Museum Vleeshuis

    10 min Admission not included

    As the former Butcher's Hall and oldest guild house in the city, Museum Vleeshuis now tells a different story of sound, music and dance.

  6. Saint Paul's Church

    10 min Admission not included

    The St. Paul’s Church is truly unique place. It is the only church in the world which keeps within its walls the masterpieces of the 3 most renowned Antwerp masters: Rubens, Van Dyck and Jordaens.

  7. Antwerp's Red Light District

    5 min

    Despite its function, the Red Light District is a safe area to walk around at night, though there are still some “spicy” secrets to share. On the guest’s request, this part of the tour can be skipped.

  8. Stop 8

    10 min

    Built as a port storage, the Felix Pakhuis now houses the municipal archive. We will walk you through its distinctive interior ‘street’, which was constructed as a firebreak within the building.

  9. MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

    20 min

    We end the tour on the panoramic rooftop of the MAS museum, where the guide will still share with you some interesting facts about this remarkable building and the magnificent Port of Antwerp, one of the biggest in Europe. To finish the tour our guide will offer you plenty of recommendations on things to do in Antwerp to help you plan the rest of your stay.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • The guide will be waiting for you by the statue on the main square (Grote Markt) with a red umbrella.

End point

  • The tour ends at the MAS museum. Please add a note if you would prefer a different end point.

Using your ticket

If you have any questions or special requests, please send an email to [email protected]

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • 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

Options

  • DUTCH TOUR

  • SPANISH TOUR

  • ENGLISH TOUR

Traveller ratings

4.9 out of 5 · 101 reviews
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