Half Day Private Tour Highlights and History of Antwerp

4 hours Private tour

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About this activity

Check our Half Day Private tour: Highlights & History of Antwerp.

Getting an overview of Antwerp’s sights on your own can be time-consuming when you don’t know your way around. Avoid the research and see and learn more in less time than if exploring alone on this private walking tour. Follow your guide to must-sees such as Rubens House, Grote Markt, and Butchers’ Hall; enjoy time to ask personal questions about Antwerp’s history, and get tips to inform your later sightseeing.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: taxiGo Limo Airport Service

Ages: Adults (0–110 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Pick-up and drop-off in the city center or hotels
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Professional local guide in Antwerp
Included: Guide

Itinerary

Grote Markt

30 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. Here our guide will share the history and legends behind the square and its monuments.
Hendrik Conscience Statue

20 min

Named after the Flemish writer Hendrik Conscience, this atmospheric square truly is an architectural and intellectual treasure. It hosts an impressive baroque church and the old city library.
Carolus Borromeus Church

30 min

This impressive 17th century Baroque church is world-famous as a Rubens masterpiece. The painter’s contribution to this monument is considerable: from numerous paintings to the interior and decorations on the facade. A visit to this monument is included in this tour during opening hours.
Handelsbeurs Antwerpen

20 min

The Bourse of Antwerp is the world's first Wall Street. Here you will find out more about the Golden Age of Antwerp and how the city came to be an important international trading centre in the 16th century. A visit to this magnificent monument is included in this tour during the opening hours.
Rubenshuis

20 min

The Rubens House is the former home and workshop of the famous Baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens. Here we share with you his life story and some secrets behind the artist’s success.
MoMu - Fashion Museum Antwerp

20 min

Antwerp is one of the world’s leading fashion capitals. Why is that so and where can you go for some good fashion shopping? You will find out while passing through the designer's quarter.
Museum Plantin-Moretus

20 min

This museum is a real hidden gem and was the first museum to be listed as UNESCO World Heritage. It brings the centuries-old history of books and printing to life, which our guides will enthusiastically explain to you on the tour. A visit to the museum’s historical garden is usually included in this tour during opening hours, but due to corona measures it's temporarily closed.
Vlaeykensgang

30 min

We take you through the best kept medieval street of Antwerp! The Vlaeykensgang is a secret alley which is not easy to find on your own. Our guide will take you back in time by bringing you there and showing you the best preserved medieval street of Antwerp. It is said to be the most photographed place in the city.
Nello & Patrasche Statue

20 min

There are lot of statues on this tour, but this one is definitely the prettiest! Though most of the local people are not familiar with the story of Nello and Patrasche, it is the reason for many - mostly Asian - tourists to visit Antwerp. Our guides are happy to share its story with you.
Cathedral of Our Lady

30 min

We end the tour in front of the majestic Cathedral with some history and curious facts about its construction. To finish the tour, our guides will provide you with plenty of recommendations on things to do in Antwerp to help you plan the rest of your stay.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hilton Antwerp Old Town
Hotel Motel One Antwerpen
Hotel Julien
Ibis Antwerpen Centrum
Botanic Sanctuary Antwerp
De Gulden Baers
Hotel National Antwerp
Prize by Radisson, Antwerp City
Hotel O Kathedral
De Keyser Hotel
Hotel Les Nuits

and 86 more pickup points

The driver will meet you at the Antwerp center or in your hotel with your name. Please tell us about the receipt of the part.

Cancellation

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Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
To receive a full refund, travelers may cancel up to 72 hours before the experience start time in the local timezone. No refunds will be given after that time period.

Options

Private Tour for 2 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from hotel.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Antwerp

Pickup included
Private Tour for 1 passenger

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from hotel.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Antwerp

Pickup included
Private Tour for 4 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from hotel.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Antwerp

Pickup included
Private Tour for 5 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from hotel.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Antwerp

Pickup included
Private Tour for 7 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from hotel.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Antwerp

Pickup included
Private Tour for 6 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from hotel.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Antwerp

Pickup included
Private Tour for 3 passengers

Private transfer: Includes private transportation to and from hotel.

Private guide: enjoy the company of a private guide in Antwerp

Pickup included
Driver-Only Tour

No guide, fixed 7:30 AM pickup: Private transportation only. No guide, no entry tickets. Available on Tuesdays with a fixed 7:30 AM pick-up.

Pickup included