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Private Historical Tour: History and Highlights of Antwerp

Location Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium, Europe
$197.55
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Overview

Antwerp, a city steeped in history and legend, invites you to uncover its rich past on the captivating Legends of Antwerp Walking Tour. Guided by a knowledgeable local, you will journey through the heart of this remarkable city, revealing the stories behind its golden age and enduring myths.

  • 🏷️ Guided Tour: Enjoy a comprehensive 2-hour exploration led by a professional English-speaking guide.
  • 🏰 Visit the Grote Markt, where you'll learn why Antwerp is known as the city of giants and the significance of its iconic hand symbol.
  • 🏛️ Marvel at Het Steen, the ancient Stone Castle, and discover its fascinating history as the former home of the legendary giant.
  • 🥩 Explore the Museum Vleeshuis, the oldest guild house in the city, rich with intriguing tales from Antwerp's past.
  • ⛪ Admire the stunning Baroque architecture of the Carolus Borromeus Church, a site once frequented by the renowned painter Rubens.
  • 🖼️ Stroll past the Farmers Tower and the vibrant Meir shopping street on your way to the Rubens Museum, where the famed artist lived and worked.
  • 🏙️ Experience the charm of Vlaeykensgang, the narrowest street in Antwerp, transporting you back to the Middle Ages.
  • ⛪ Conclude your tour at the majestic Cathedral of Our Lady, where you'll hear legendary stories and delve into its storied history.
  • 📜 Discover the Plantin-Moretus Museum, the birthplace of industrial printing, located in the fashionable district of Antwerp.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

ENGLISH
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

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Meeting point
The tour starts by the statue on the main square (Grote Markt). Find the guide with a red umbrella!
Return details
The tour ends by the Cathedral, 50m away from the main square.

  • Grote Markt
    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.
  • Het Steen
    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.
  • Museum Vleeshuis
    The oldest guild house of the city, the Butcher's Hall carries a long, interesting and often bloody history!
  • Carolus Borromeus Church
    Next we'll take a look at the beautiful Baroque Church of Carolus Borromeus, once the playground of the famed painter Rubens.
  • 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. (pass by)
  • Vlaeykensgang
    Next we'll take you through the smallest street of Antwerp for a unique throwback to the Middle Ages.
  • Cathedral of Our Lady
    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.
  • Museum Plantin-Moretus
    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.

  • 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
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Private Historical Tour: History and Highlights of Antwerp

    Location Antwerp, Flanders, Belgium, Europe
    $197.55
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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