Legends of Antwerp Private Walking Tour

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About the 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!

2 hours

Private Tour

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Adult : 1

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Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities

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Grote Markt

Antwerp, Belgium, 2000Why 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.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Het Steen

Steenplein 1, Antwerp, Belgium, 2000The 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.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Museum Vleeshuis

Vleeshouwersstraat 38, , Antwerp, Belgium, 2000The oldest guild house of the city, the Butcher's Hall carries a long, interesting and often bloody history!5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Carolus Borromeus Church

Hendrik Conscienceplein 12, , Antwerp, Belgium, 2000Next we'll take a look at the beautiful Baroque Church of Carolus Borromeus, once the playground of the famed painter Rubens.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Rubenshuis(Pass By)

Hopland 13, , Antwerp, Belgium, 2000Passing 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.View Location

Vlaeykensgang

Steenplein 1, , Antwerp, Belgium, 2000Next we'll take you through the smallest street of Antwerp for a unique throwback to the Middle Ages.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Cathedral of Our Lady

Groenplaats 21, Antwerp, Belgium, 2000We 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.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Museum Plantin-Moretus

Vrijdagmarkt 22, Antwerp, Belgium, 2000After 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.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

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

End point

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

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

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

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English
Dutch
Spanish

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketPlease 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 bruges@legenstours.be

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Brussels time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Legends of Bruges Free & Private ToursCreated on 03 May 2019Created on 21 Aug 2024

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