Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City
Overview
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2 hours
Mobile ticket
Get ready for an exhilarating adventure through the heart of Antwerp! Dive into the mesmerizing old town, where enchanting architecture awaits at every turn. Be amazed by iconic sights like the majestic city hall, the awe-inspiring cathedral, and the vibrant Grote Markt.
Embark on a thrilling exploration of Antwerp's cobblestone streets and expansive squares, basking in the glory of historic buildings and the city’s rich medieval legacy. Uncover tales of Spanish rulers, and medieval marvels, along with Antwerp's pivotal role in Belgium's vibrant history.
But that's not all! Your journey is peppered with insider knowledge from an Antwerpian local guide, with years of experience in AirBnB hosting and guiding. Get the scoop on authentic Antwerpian experiences, find the culinary hotspots, learn the local secrets, and navigate the city like a true insider.
This tour is a treasure trove of history, local lore, and cultural insights, all wrapped up in a fun, free walking experience.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Het Steen
Antwerp's old Stone Castle is just a fraction of what it used to be. This castle is nearly 1.000 years old and holds a tremendous amount of history.
Museum Vleeshuis
This old guildhouse is now a musical instrument museum. The building is over 500 years old and holds a lot of history.
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Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City
Duration: 2 hours
What‘s Included
Walking Tour
Local guide
Tourist guide
A little surprise at the end!
Personal suggestions of bars, restaurants, museums and events
Cash tip for the guide. Typically, tips are between €10 to €50, depending on budget and satisfaction
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
369 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Walk and enjoy and learn
Meander74280,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Johann was a wonderful guide who had amazing knowledge and delivered in a most interesting way An excellent ambassador for walking tours
Beautiful walk today through Antwerp with Hans
Laura S,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hans was a fantastic guide for the tour today
Varied and informative tour through the heart of Antwerp.
P6711EEthomass,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide described the sights very vividly and always looked for a shady spot for us given the heat. The tour was varied and informative.
FAB
CoxLucia,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really informative and fun tour of Antwerp with some history, mystery and mayhem.
Interesting friendly and enthusiastic
Dreamer563258,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour with Shabnam was a great insight into Antwerp showed us places we would never stumble across thx
Excellent guide and very entertaining, my congratulations to Shabnam.
Sightsee66519658230,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent explanation and very kind.
Great Tour
K6749NVbrendanw,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Britt was lovely. I feel bad that I didn’t have cash on hand to tip so the least I can do is write a review for her. The tour was fun, informative, and scenic. I learned even more about the history of Antwerp than I expected. I feel recommend this tour to everyone I know.
Beautiful city walk
Guide18108482505,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide (Anna Lena) showed us a lot and told us in a nice enthusiastic way. This combined with the beautiful weather made it a particularly good experience.
Great guide! Hopefully, you will also get the tour with Lhabnam 💪
JaGriasDi,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide. Lhabnam 🙏 Very vivid, interesting, and funny. Many great details… and we found all the Marias 😇
Fun casual tour!
Jimmy M,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really fun casual tour. Tour guide Anna Lena was fantastic!
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