Antwerp: Private Historical Highlights Walking Tour
Antwerp Province, Antwerp
Discover all facets of the Diamond Capital on this private walking tour of Antwerp. Join your own personal guide to the city's main sights and get a complete overview of Antwerp’s fascinating history.
Antwerp Private Guided Walking Tour
This private walking tour explores Antwerp’s historic center, ideal for history enthusiasts and first-time visitors.
Description
Discover Antwerp’s key landmarks while learning about its history, legends, and local stories. The tour begins at Grote Markt, featuring medieval guild houses, City Hall, and the Brabo Fountain.
Visit the Hendrik Conscience Statue, nearby Baroque church, and the old city library. Continue to Carolus Borromeus Church, famous for its 17th-century Baroque details.
Explore Handelsbeurs Antwerpen, the world’s first Wall Street, and learn about Antwerp’s role as a 16th-century international trading center. Visit Rubens House, the former home of painter Peter Paul Rubens, and MoMu, a leading fashion museum.
The Museum Plantin-Moretus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is next. Walk through Vlaeykensgang, a medieval alley with some of Antwerp’s best-preserved historical remnants. Stop at the Nello & Patrasche Statue before finishing at the Cathedral of Our Lady, where you’ll hear stories behind its construction.
This tour combines history, local legends, and key sights for an authentic experience of Antwerp’s heritage.
Highlights
- Walk along medieval guild houses, architectural gems, and historic streets
- Discover Antwerp’s main attractions and lesser-known sites on a private guided tour
- Learn local history, legends, and insider facts
- Experience the city’s history and culinary traditions
Includes
- Private guide
- Customizable private tour
- Booklet with coupons and discounts
Excludes
- Tips
Important Information
- The tour runs rain or shine
Easy Cancellation
You may cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book your tour in advance and wear comfortable walking shoes. The best time to visit is during daylight hours to fully appreciate Antwerp’s architecture and atmosphere.
