This private tour is a great way to get the most out of your visit in Antwerp. Within 2 hours you will explore the main sights of the city while taking in history, legends and lots of interesting facts about Antwerp. Are you wondering why the city is called ‘The Diamond Capital’ or what made our baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens world-famous? Maybe you would like to know how the Port of Antwerp became one of the biggest around the globe? Then this tour is for you! Our experienced guides are eager to share with you their knowledge and passion to make your stay simply unforgettable.
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!
Antwerp Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Antwerp can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors, but a private walking tour with a local guide takes the mystery out of your visit. This is a personalized walking tour where you will discover the exterior of monuments, including museums. However, we can provide a customized itinerary just for you—if you’d like to include a museum visit, simply let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your interests and preferences, ensuring you see the sights that matter most to you. As you explore the city, you’ll uncover hidden gems, learn fascinating stories about Antwerp’s history and culture, and gain insider knowledge that goes beyond typical tourist experiences. Perfect for families, solo travelers, and couples, this tour blends must-see landmarks with unique local insights. Book your private walking tour today and experience Antwerp through the eyes of a knowledgeable local guide.
Antwerp. You don't know this City but you'd like to. Places you visit pique your historical interest. Guided tours can be discouraging, though, because they bowl you over with too much technical data and endless listings of dates and facts. Instead, join us by stepping into Antwerp's story. We follow Antwerp's path through the people who made this City. We walk with you to show you how Antwerp became one of the most important trade centres in Europe. And then what happened? Join us for a walk through Antwerp's beauty and history guided by a schooled storyteller
Hidden Antwerp Self Guided Tour: History, Art and Fashion
Explore Antwerp's oldest neighborhoods on a self-guided walking tour through Lodovico Guicciardini’s "most beautiful city in the world" and Victor Hugo’s art-filled haven. Starting at the Renaissance splendor of Antwerp City Hall, uncover secret squares, forgotten monuments, and hidden gems often missed by tourists. Wander through the old harbor, vibrant fashion district, and medieval meat hall, discovering unique spots like art nouveau jeweler Goudsmederij Wim Meeussen and the eclectic Books&Booze Antwerpen. Along Stoelstraat, experience 15th-century Antwerp’s atmosphere, meeting historical figures like Willem Elsschot and Pieter Paul Rubens. Hear tales of Flemish folklore at the Lange Wapper Statue and learn about Antwerp’s rich heritage at Brabo’s Monument. From the last dance organ at Café Beveren to the wartime history of Cathedral of Our Lady, this tour offers insights into Antwerp’s diverse culture and past, ending with a panoramic view of the River Scheldt at Het Steen.
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Half Day Private Tour Highlights and History of Antwerp
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. Leave us the details, and we will take you on an unusual adventure that creates memories that withstand the test of time!