Brussels: Guided Walking Tour

Brussels Capital Region, Antwerp



Discover the magic of Brussels on a guided walking tour. Explore the charming Lower and Upper City, admire iconic landmarks, and uncover fascinating stories with your friendly, expert guide.

Highlights

  • Visit the historical centre of Brussels
  • See many of the city's main attractions
  • Learn from your informative guide
  • Taste some traditional Belgian chocolates

Description

Get an overview of the fascinating city of Brussels, with a tour through the medieval and Baroque city, the industrial city, the bourgeois city, and on to modern Brussels. This tour ensures you get to see all the parts of this multi-faceted city.

Learn about the city’s museums, where the best bars and local beers are, and where to buy the best chocolate at a reasonable price. Your guide will also answer any practical questions you might have about restaurants, attractions, nightlife, or even just getting around on public transport.

Walking Tour

During your walking tour of the city, the tour will be split into two different areas: the Upper City and Lower City. The tour is structured this way to help you better understand the origins and historic development of Brussels.

Highlights on your tour of the Lower City include the Grand Palace, the Everard t'Serclaes monument on Charles Buls Street, the Manneken Pis and Grands Carmes Street, Marché au Charbon Street, the Covering of the Senne, Riches Claires Street, and Grande Île Street, Saint-Géry Island and more.

Whilst perusing through the Upper City, you'll notice a very different style. During this portion of the tour, you will see landmarks such as the Grand Place, the power of merchants, the Galeries Royales St Hubert, and the Mort Subite.

You'll also see the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula (visit inside: stained glass windows, the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, the pulpit), the Royal Park, the Royal Palace, the Royal Square, and the Palace of Coudenberg among many others.

Includes

Guided tour
Belgian chocolate tasting

Excludes

Tram or bus tickets
Tickets to museums

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

You will visit Brussels' historical centre, including medieval and Baroque areas, alongside industrial and modern parts of the city.
An informative local guide familiar with Brussels' history, culture, and its best spots leads the tour.
The tour includes stops at shops offering authentic Belgian chocolates, located in central Brussels.
Tour durations can vary; check the booking website for the exact length of the walking tour.
The tour runs throughout the year; consider the season and weather to choose a comfortable time to visit Brussels.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly, but it involves walking, so consider children’s stamina.
Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot and preferred time.
Yes, your guide will share information on the best local bars and Belgian beers in Brussels.
The tour covers medieval, Baroque, industrial, bourgeois, and modern districts of Brussels.
Yes, visitors staying in Antwerp can book this Brussels walking tour, though Brussels is about 45 minutes away by train.

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