Free Walking Tour in Antwerp – Grote Markt, Rubens & the Diamond City
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Antwerp, Belgium
Antwerp
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, French, German (Language)
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Tour description
Antwerp is Belgium's coolest city: a great Renaissance port on the river Scheldt that was once the richest trading hub in Europe and remains the beating heart of the world's diamond trade. Home to the painter Rubens and a thriving fashion scene, it blends golden-age grandeur with modern creativity. On this walking tour a local guide shows you both.\n\nYou will admire the ornate guild houses of the Grote Markt, stand before one of the greatest Gothic cathedrals in the Low Countries, and hear about merchants, artists and diamond dealers. Confident, elegant and full of style, Antwerp is a rewarding city to discover on foot.
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Grote Markt, in front of Antwerp City Hall, Antwerp
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Grote Markt & Town Hall: We meet at the expansive market square, surrounded by guildhalls.
Stop 2 – Brabo Fountain: The legend of the giant’s hand that gave Antwerp its name.
Stop 3 – Cathedral of Our Lady: A Gothic masterpiece showcasing several paintings by Rubens.
Stop 4 – Historic Alleys & Vlaeykensgang: A medieval alley hidden in the heart of the city.
Stop 5 – Het Steen & the Riverfront: The fortress guarding the banks of the Scheldt River.
Stop 6 – Rubens' Antwerp: The neighborhood of the great Baroque painter.
Stop 7 – Central Station & the Gateway to the Diamond District: We finish near the “railway cathedral” and the diamond district.
Stop 2 – Brabo Fountain: The legend of the giant’s hand that gave Antwerp its name.
Stop 3 – Cathedral of Our Lady: A Gothic masterpiece showcasing several paintings by Rubens.
Stop 4 – Historic Alleys & Vlaeykensgang: A medieval alley hidden in the heart of the city.
Stop 5 – Het Steen & the Riverfront: The fortress guarding the banks of the Scheldt River.
Stop 6 – Rubens' Antwerp: The neighborhood of the great Baroque painter.
Stop 7 – Central Station & the Gateway to the Diamond District: We finish near the “railway cathedral” and the diamond district.
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)
• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours
• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary
• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next
• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours
• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary
• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next
• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Public transportation and entrance tickets to monuments or museums
• Gratuities/tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)
• Personal expenses
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Public transportation and entrance tickets to monuments or museums
• Gratuities/tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)
• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time—this is a tip-based free walking tour, so there will never be a cancellation fee. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. The tour operates rain or shine; in bad weather, the guide may adjust the route to make the experience more comfortable.
Other notes
Departs daily with multiple start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and dress according to the weather. Suitable for all ages.
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