Brussels and Antwerp Day Tour with Stop at the Iconic Atomium

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About this activity

Explore the rich history and vibrant art scene of Brussels and Antwerp in just one day. Begin at the stunning Saints-Michel-et-Gudule Cathedral before wandering through Brussels’ historic heart with a knowledgeable guide. Marvel at the Grand Place, the charming Manneken Pis, and the Royal Galeries, while learning about the local traditions. After a scenic coach ride to Antwerp, discover Het Steen fortress and the picturesque Grote Markt. Enjoy free time for lunch and personal exploration, including the chance to see masterpieces by Rubens in the Cathedral of Our Lady. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the breathtaking Antwerp Central Station and a photo stop at the iconic Atomium, making this day truly memorable.

Discover the highlights of Brussels and Antwerp in one day
Visit iconic sites like the Cathedral and the Grand Place
Enjoy free time for lunch and personal exploration in Antwerp
Comfortable coach transport with guided visits throughout

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At a glance

Duration: 8 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Brussels City Tours - Keolis Travel

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Children (2–11 years) · Youth (12–21 years) · Adults (22–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Multilingual guide
Included: Tour may include bilingual commentary
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

Cathedral of Saints Michael and Gudule

10 min

An eleventh century church rebuilt in the Brabant Gothic-style and remind to Notre-Dame of Paris.
Grand Place

Discover Brussels with the helping hand of a local guide. We focus on three of the most important districts of the city.

Since 1998 it has been a UNESCO World Heritage site.The devastating fire of 1695, caused by the army of the French King Louis XIV and a third of the city has been destroyed and the Grand Place rebuilt in 4 years.
Manneken Pis

Manneken Pis is a landmark 61 cm bronze sculpture in the centre of Brussels, depicting a naked little boy urinating into a fountain's basin.
Palais Royal de Bruxelles

Royal Palace district with its ancient park and then we head to the amazing Saint Michael’s Cathedral.
Church of Our Lady of Victories in Sablon

With the Church of Notre-Dame des Victoires is the last Gothic-style church to be built in Brussels in the 15th century.

Week-end the marvelous antique market and area of the antiquairs.
Laeken Palace

Private residence of the Belgian kings.
Palace of Justice

This Greco-Roman building dates from 1866 and 30 years of construction (architect Joseph Poelaert)

From there a spendid panoramic view of Brussels.
European Parliament Hemicycle (free visits)

European Parliament, Commission (seat of the EU) and the Council of Europe (meeting place of the representants of the EU members).
Het Steen

Castle of the 13th century and houses since 1952 the National Museum of Maritime.

Situated along the old fortifications of the city.
Cathedral of Our Lady

15 min Admission included

In 1352, the construction begun and become the largest gothic church in the Netherlands. In 1521, after nearly 170 years the church was ready. The north tower is 123 M high and the south tower is 66M. Houses the 4 main paintings painted by P.P.Rubens: "The raising of the cross", "The resurrection of Christ", "The descent from the cross" and "The assumption of the Virgin".
MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

30 min

A museum located along the river Scheldt in the Eilandje district of Antwerp, Belgium. It opened in May 2011 and is the largest museum in Antwerp.
Antwerpen-Centraal

10 min

The oldest of the country of 1905 and built by the architect Delacenserie. Situated in the Jewish area and also the diamants area. 2007: construction of a tunnel to welcome the speed trains.

2009: the 4th most beautiful railway station of the world.

Next of the station the beautiful Zoo!
Groenplaats

Town Hall of 1561 in italo-renaissance style.

In the middle of the square the statue of Brabo: Brabo with the hand of the giant Antigoon......chopped off his hand and threw it in the Scheldt river.......Antwerpen or Hand throwing.......origin of the city's name. The marvellous guildhouses from the 17th century.
Atomium

15 min

Symbol of the World's Fair of 1958 and depicts an iron crystal enlarged 165 billion times.It consists of 9 spherical atoms and built by Waterkeyn.

Inside the history of the World's Fair of 1958!