Private Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp City

On the beautiful Grote Markt in front of City Hall, we meet.
A brief overview will be your guideline.
On top of the old town, we begin, yes, the old street level is 10 feet below us.
And yes, you are welcome to visit this. We will show you the entrance on the way.
Upon the banks of the river, we look for the last remnants of the first city.
From here, we search for the first inhabitants and what they were up to.
We follow the progress of the city's expansion.
We pay close attention to the happenings of the sixteenth century, commonly referred to as our golden age.
This city was the most prosperous city in Northern Europe.
It all ended abruptly.
What went wrong, and why did it happen?
This walk will reveal it to you.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Grote Markt, Antwerp 2800 Belgium

On the beautiful Grote Markt in front of City Hall, we meet.
We'll take you on a journey through the history of the city. 

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Het Steen, Steenplein 1, Antwerp 2000 Belgium

A remnant of the first stone city wall. Behind this wall now hides the tourist information center, with a panoramic view of the river and old town at the top.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Museum Vleeshuis, Vleeshouwersstraat 38, Antwerp 2000 Belgium

An early 16th-century butchers' guild house, now a museum with a collection of historic musical instruments

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Carolus Borromeus Church, Hendrik Conscienceplein 12, Antwerp 2000 Belgium

This church is the result of the Counter-Reformation during the 16th century. Built by the Jesuits and many works of art by Antwerp's greatest Baroque painter, but......

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Handelsbeurs Antwerpen, Borzestraat 31, Antwerp 2000 Belgium

The most important stock exchange of the 16th century and a later example, copied by the major trading cities of Northern Europe. If the door is open, don't hesitate and step inside, it's worth it.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Cathedral of Our Lady, Groenplaats 21, Antwerp 2000 Belgium

This Gothic grandeur houses many stories and many works of art. You can visit it all day, but you have to pay. We view it from the outside, and I'll make you curious about this fact: there is a similarity to a famous cathedral in Barcelona. Do you spot it-

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Museum Plantin-Moretus, Vrijdagmarkt 22, Antwerp 2000 Belgium

This world heritage site is a must if you love art and history, and more specifically printing and publishing in the 16th and 17th centuries. I will take you to the garden, and then you can still decide if you want to buy a ticket. Please note, closed on Mondays.

Duration: 20 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Horário de Início:
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Private Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp City
2/19/2024 - 3/25/2025

Monday - Sunday :

10:00 AM - 04:00 PM

Duração: 2 Hours
Ponto de partida: Grote Markt 1, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
Traveler pickup is offered
In case of doubt, please call Antwerp Anytime.

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• All Fees and Taxes
• Entry/Admission - Carolus Borromeus Church

Não Incluído

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