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Private Historical Tour: Legends of Antwerp

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Antwerp, Belgium
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

One of Europe’s richest cities during its 16th-century Golden Age, Antwerp is steeped in history. Yet exploring alone can mean skimming over its past, and medieval legends and secrets. This private walking tour ensures you cover the musts—from sights to stories—with a guide. Hear the tales behind attractions such as Grote Markt and the Cathedral; see Rubens House, and chronicle the city’s Golden-Age heyday through in-depth commentary.
  • Discover the historical sights and stories of Antwerp on a private walking tour
  • Chart Antwerp’s Golden-Age era and hear age-old legends you’d miss alone
  • Cover all the medieval must-sees, from the Grote Markt to Rubens House
  • Choice of departures and optional hotel pickup included for convenience

What's Included

  • Tour guide
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Grote Markt, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium

    The tour starts by the statue on the main square (Grote Markt). Find the guide with a red umbrella!

End point

  • Handschoenmarkt, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium

    The tour ends by the Cathedral, 50m away from the main square.

Itinerary

1

Grote Markt

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Het Steen

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Museum Vleeshuis

5 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

4

Carolus Borromeus Church

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Rubenshuis (Pass By)

5

Vlaeykensgang

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

6

Cathedral of Our Lady

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

Museum Plantin-Moretus

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9
based on 130 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Highlights Tour of Antwerp

Nathan_K, Oct 2025
We had a great tour with Flip of Antwerp. He is very knowkageable and passionate aboujr this beautiful city.

Nice

Michael_B, Aug 2024
Nice tour guide, somewhat imposing, not always gives correct facts. Asks too many questions. Does not know anything about Jewish community of Antwerp.

A1A

czeto, May 2024
Our Guide, Luc D was extremely knowledgeable, personable, and enjoyable. Saw sights we would have seen on our own.

Fantastic

Michael_S, May 2024
Great guide pearson. We had a good time together. A lot of history to share. Very enjoyable time !!! We love it. Thanks.

Do it !

Barbara_B, Nov 2023
Our guide Joske was so knowledgeable and accommodating made the history come alive. Highly recommend if you’re comfortable walking etc. on cobblestones.

An Afternoon in Antwerp

Laurie_S, Oct 2023
Beren was a fantastic tour guide and he knows SO MUCH about Antwerp! I loved learning the backstory of the hands you see throughout Antwerp, as well as the Red Star Line’s history. If you’re a history buff, I highly recommend booking a private tour with Beren- you won’t regret it!

Private toir

Carsten_S, Sep 2021
Great tour, and Beren adjusted the tour to the speed of our private group. 2 hours with value for the money

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