Antwerp Sightseeing Tour from Brussels
Description
Antwerp has it all! It is not only the city of the famous painter Rubens. The river Scheldt is also the cradle of Antwerp and everywhere you will enjoy beautiful views of the waterway. Our guided walk through the old city starts at the impressive 13th century castle that guarded the city and its medieval river port. Antwerp has now become one of the largest harbor cities in the world. Our Lady’s Cathedral is the most impressive church in the Low Countries. It welcomes you with countless paintings by world class artists of the 17th century. The absolute masterpieces are the Rubens paintings. We will also take you to the gothic guild houses at the Market Square. 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’.
Itinerary
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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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A museum located along the river Scheldt in the Eilandje district of Antwerp, Belgium. It opened in May 2011 and is the largest museum in Antwerp.
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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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Castle of the 13th century and houses since 1952 the National Museum of Maritime. Situated along the old fortifications of the city.
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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.
What's Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional multilingual guide
What's Excluded
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Hotel pick up & drop-off
Know before you go
- Stroller or pram accessible
- Public transportation nearby
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- 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
- IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please be at the meeting point 15 min before departure: 14 Boulevard de Berlaimont, 1000 Brussels (look for your guide and a white Keolis bus)
Meeting Point
Boulevard de Berlaimont 14, 1000 Bruxelles, BE
Language
English, Spanish
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.