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Private Historical Tour: History and Highlights of Antwerp

4.9 (135 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Historical Tour: History and Highlights of Antwerp

About this activity

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!

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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 of Bruges Free & Private Tours

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

What is included

Included

  • Included: Tour guide

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Grote Markt

    15 min

    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.

  2. Het Steen

    10 min

    The Stone Castle is the oldest building of the city and was once the home of the famed giant. Learn about the many functions this ancient building has played throughout the history of Antwerp.

  3. Museum Vleeshuis

    5 min

    The oldest guild house of the city, the Butcher's Hall carries a long, interesting and often bloody history!

  4. Carolus Borromeus Church

    10 min

    Next we'll take a look at the beautiful Baroque Church of Carolus Borromeus, once the playground of the famed painter Rubens.

  5. Rubenshuis

    Passing by

    Passing by the Farmers tower and the Meir shopping street, we take you to the Rubens museum, where the most famous painter of Antwerp lived and worked his whole life.

  6. Vlaeykensgang

    10 min

    Next we'll take you through the smallest street of Antwerp for a unique throwback to the Middle Ages.

  7. Cathedral of Our Lady

    15 min

    We end the tour in front of the majestic Cathedral of Antwerp to talk about its history and to tell you some legendary stories of long forgotten times.

  8. Museum Plantin-Moretus

    10 min

    After passing by the fashion quarter and the fashion district, we stop in front of the Plantijn-Moretus museum, the place where industrial printing was born.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • The tour starts by the statue on the main square (Grote Markt). Find the guide with a red umbrella!

End point

  • The tour ends by the Cathedral, 50m away from the main square.

Using your ticket

Please mention what time you would like to start the tour!

If you have any questions or if you want to make a booking with more than 15 people, please send us 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
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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

  • SPANISH

  • ENGLISH

  • DUTCH

Traveller ratings

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