Free Historical Tour in Antwerp Old City Belgium — #1

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Free Historical Tour in Antwerp Old City

9.6

167 Reviews

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Provided by: Urban Insight

Duration

2h 30min

Meeting point

Koningin Astridplein 26/28, 2018 Antwerpen

Languages

English

From €0

Tip based

Free Booking. Free Cancellation.

No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.

Overview

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure through the heart of Antwerp! Dive into the mesmerizing old town, where enchanting architecture awaits at every turn. Be amazed by iconic sights like the majestic Central Station, the Meir, the awe-inspiring cathedral, and the vibrant Grote Markt. This isn't just a tour; it's a celebration of Antwerp's unique charm!

Embark on a thrilling exploration of Antwerp's cobblestone streets and expansive squares, basking in the glory of historic buildings and the city’s rich medieval legacy. Uncover tales of Roman conquerors, Spanish rulers, and medieval marvels, along with Antwerp's pivotal role in Belgium's vibrant history.

But that's not all! Your journey is peppered with insider knowledge from an Antwerpian local guide, with years of experience in AirBnB hosting and guiding. Get the scoop on authentic Antwerpian experiences, find the culinary hotspots, learn the local secrets, and navigate the city like a true insider.

This tour is a treasure trove of history, local lore, and cultural insights, all wrapped up in a fun, free walking experience. It's not just a tour; it's a gateway to falling in love with Antwerp! Join us, Antwerp awaits!

This activity includes:

Grote Markt - Large market
The Rubens House
Vlaaikensgang
Groenplaats
Het Steen
Opera Antwerpen
Stadsfeestzaal
Station Antwerpen-Centraal
Handelsbeurs Antwerpen
Museum Vleeshuis
Tour around town
Tips for best bars
Tips for best restaurants
Great atmosphere
Secrets of the city
Trip into the past
Fun
Local tips
Insider knowledge

Our Guides

Joris

Meeting point

Koningin Astridplein 26/28, 2018 Antwerpen

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On arrival

We meet in front of the Koningin Elisabethzaal (Elisabeth Center) on the Koningin Astridplein. Look for our guide carrying a green umbrella.

Things to note

- This tour is mostly outside, be sure to prepare yourself for our Belgian weather.
- Dress comfortably and wear suitable footwear for walking.
- Bring your camera along to capture the memorable moments.
- Feel free to ask questions throughout the tour – we love engaging with you!

Rating

9.6

Organisation

9.8

Atmosphere

9.7

Content

9.6

Guide

9.9

Usefulness

9.6

Reviews (167)

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Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

“Nice tour of the city”

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2025

“Really great ”

Would recommend to my friends

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

“Nice introduction tour”

Interesting facts presented in very friendly way

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2025

“Interesting tour!”

Very interesting city tour! Maybe 2,5 hours is a little bit long to keep everyone concentrated and enthusiastic, but besides that everything was very well organised and our guide knew a lot of interesting things!

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025

“Very useful!”

Thank you so much I learned a lot!

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024

“Great tour!”

We really enjoyed the tour. For 2,5 hours we saw the main sights of Antwerpen and heard a lot about it's history, traditions and even some ghost stories :D Our guide Joris knew a lot and was interesting to listen to. He also gave us some local recommendations. It was a nice morning walk and the weather was also good. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024

“Historical walking tour”

It was a great interesting walking tour. Our guide Joris was very knowledgeable and informative. He pointed out many interesting and important details about the history of Antwerp. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2024

“Historical walking tour Antwerp”

Joris was a super knowledgeable and interesting guide. We spent a great morning with him walking through Antwerpen looking at the main sights. He is highly recommendable.

Reviewed on Nov 16, 2024

“Antwerp ”

I enjoyed the tour. The guide knew a lot and it was fun to listen to him.

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2024

“Our visit to Antwerp”

We chose the English tour as there didn't seem to be any in French. The guide was very informative, polite and respectful. The information and captions were helpful and pleasant. Well organized, easy to register, very precise information about meeting the guide. Highly recommend

Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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