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Description
Antwerp has it all. It is not only the city of the famous painter Rubens. It is also the global capital of diamond trade, and it is home to the most beautiful railway station in the world. Walking through its maze of picturesque streets, you will hear the countless legends of the city and discover a wealth of breathtaking architecture.
Itinerary
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- Our guided walk through the ancient city starts at the impressive 13th-century castle that guarded the city and its medieval river port.
- Antwerp railway station is a must-see. It is said to be the most beautiful railway station in the world. Nearby are the diamond district and the Jewish quarter. In your free time, you should try the local beer called a ’Bolleke’.
- Our Lady’s Cathedral is the most remarkable church in the Low Countries. Get welcomed by countless paintings by world-class artists of the 17th century. The absolute masterpieces are the Rubens paintings. In 1352, the construction began and became 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 four 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".
- The museum is along the river Scheldt in the Eilandje district of Antwerp, Belgium. It opened in May 2011 and is the largest museum in Antwerp.
- The oldest of the country of 1905 and built by the architect Delacenserie. Situated in the Jewish area and also the size of the diamond. 2007: construction of a tunnel to welcome the speed trains. 2009: the 4th most beautiful railway station in the world. Next of the station the beautiful Zoo.
- Castle of the 13th century and houses since 1952 the National Museum of Maritime, along the ancient fortifications of the city.
- The town Hall of 1561 is 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 guild houses from the 17th century.
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional multilingual guide
Entrance to the Cathedral
What's Excluded
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pick up and drop-off
What to bring
Comfortable Shoes
Know before you go
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps,
Infant seats unavailable
Brussels City Tour office departure: please be ready at least 20 minutes before departure time.
Meeting Point
82 Grasmarkt Straat
Language
English, German, French, Spanish
Activity Level
Easy