3-Hour Walking tour of Antwerp
Highlights
Antwerp
historical, sightseeing, walking
Private Tour
3 Hours
Easy
English, Russian
Description
Come and visit Antwerp, a city that is nothing short of a fairytale land. Every single building, yard, fountain or church in this place is beautiful beyond comparison and mysterious stories! Visit magnificent tourist attractions like the Grote Markt square, St. Charles Borromeo Church, old monasteries, mysterious antique stores, the cozy Béguinage, the Antwerp Cathedral, the Royal Academy of Fine Arts and many other such locations!
Itinerary
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Explore the stories hiding in the old city of Antwerp
Meet your guide at the Grote Markt square, famous for its incredibly beautiful Brabo fountain and a row of guild houses built around the end of the 16th century. Find out more about old national celebrations, big events and traditions over there!
Walk around this fabulous city and see St. Charles Borromeo Church, old monasteries, mysterious antique store, the cozy Béguinage (the oldest wooden house complex) and find out more about the Black Sisters, almshouses, the medieval charity system of the city and their attitude towards religion.
Have a closer look at the Cathedral of Our Lady Antwerp that features Peter Paul Rubens's paintings and discuss his life and the significant role he played in Flemish art!
Get lost in the secret passage of the 16th century and visit the former kitchen of the Royal Palace where you will try some unusual chocolate and delicious Belgian food
Enjoy the local Trappist beer in the oldest bar of this city!
In addition, visit the Royal Academy of Fine Arts, University of Antwerp's ancient Campus, the house of Nicolaas Rockox, who was the Mayor of Antwerp and Rubens’s friend, The Butchers' Guild Hall, Steen Castle, Ruben's House and the oldest industrial printing company and oldest stock exchange in the world. And of course, don't miss visiting the green yards, local art galleries or lovely shops!
That will conclude your tour.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.