Discover the art, history, and beauty of Antwerp on a guided sightseeing tour from Brussels. Explore the famous landmarks, enjoy stunning views of the river Scheldt, and indulge in local beer.
- Antwerpen-Centraal - The oldest of the country of 1905 and built by the architect Delacenserie.
Situated in the Jewish area and also the diamants area.
2007: construction of a tunnel to welcome the speedtrains.
2009: the 4th most beautiful railway station of the world.
Next of the station the beautiful Zoo!
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Meir - Antwerp’s Meir stands as the city’s premier and lively pedestrian shopping avenue. In the grand 18th and 19th-century buildings, you’ll discover outlets of numerous major international chains.
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Grote Markt - The Grote Markt serves as the pulsating center of the historic city center. Marvel at the exquisite town hall, capture images of the guild houses, relish a sunny terrace, and unravel the legend believed to be the origin of Antwerp’s name.
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Cathedral of Our Lady - In 1352, the construction begun and become the largest gothic church in the Netherlands. In 1521, after nearly 170 years the church was ready. The north tower is 123 M high and the south tower is 66M. Houses the 4 main paintings painted by P.P.Rubens: “The raising of the cross”, “The resurrection of Christ”, “The descent from the cross” and “The assumption of the Virgin”.
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Groenplaats - Town Hall of 1561 in italo-renaissance style.
In the middle of the square the statue of Brabo: Brabo with the hand of the giant Antigoon……chopped off his hand and threw it in the Scheldt river…….Antwerpen or Hand throwing…….origin of the city’s name. The marvellous guildhouses from the 17th century.
- Het Steen - Castle of the 13th century and houses since 1952 the National Museum of Maritime.
Situated along the old fortifications of the city.
- Antwerp diamond district - Renowned globally for its significant involvement in the diamond industry, this location serves as a hub where diamond merchants engage in the processes of cutting, polishing, and trading diamonds, while skilled jewelers expertly set these precious gems into various pieces of jewelry.
- Antwerp’s Port - Europe’s second-largest seaport
- Professional guide (tour may include bilingual commentary)
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pick up & drop-off
Antwerp truly has everything! Not only is it the home of the renowned artist Rubens, but it also encompasses the picturesque river Scheldt, providing captivating waterfront views at every turn. Our tour commences at the majestic 13th-century castle that once defended the city and its ancient river port. Today, Antwerp has risen to become one of the premier port cities globally. The Cathedral of Our Lady stands as the most magnificent church in the Low Countries, housing an endless array of artworks from top-tier 17th-century artists. Among these, the pieces by Rubens certainly stand out. Our tour also includes a visit to the gothic-styled guild houses at the Market Square. The Antwerp railway station, often regarded as the most stunning railway station worldwide, is not to be missed. Additionally, the diamond district and Jewish quarter are located nearby. During your leisure, we recommend sampling the local brew, ‘Bolleke’.
- Our guides are pleased to guide the tours in English, Spanish and/or French depending on the language need of our guests on the tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
