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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
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
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Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City
Duration: 2 hours
Reviews
251 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Would recommend!
LiviaO130,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was amazing. Our tour guide was very passionate and engagend. We got very good local recommandations and even an souvenier key chain.
Pleasant tour in Antwerp
gianlucai486,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful tour... Antwerp to see and tour, rich in history, clean and rich city....is the city of diamonds. Wonderful!!
A beautiful discovery
N3128DCmartinal,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very good. He allowed us to learn about various interesting aspects of Antwerp's history and led us to discover the city's beautiful streets and squares.
Enjoyable and informative introduction to Antwerp
Steven H,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very friendly, articulate, engaging and informative guide with lots of insights into the history of the city. Clearly with a passion for the city and its story.
History, stories, and new friends: An unforgettable tour
927shubhangid,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I joined the Urban Insights Tour in Antwerp led by Joris, and it was an absolute highlight of my trip! The 2 hour tour was a brilliant journey through the city’s history, full of stories and insights that brought Antwerp’s past to life. What really stood out was how open and enthusiastic Joris was in answering questions, even beyond the official tour stops. He shared fascinating details about the diamond district and gave great local recommendations for places to visit afterward. Our group itself was fantastic! We were 8 curious explorers who ended up taking photos together and even making plans to meet again for other adventures. The whole experience felt relaxed, friendly, and genuinely connected Highly recommended for anyone wanting to see Antwerp through a local’s eyes. I’ll definitely be joining another Urban Insights tour whenever I’m back (Hopefully in 2032, as suggested by Joris haha)
Very worth this fun tour! History, beautiful places and tips on where and what to eat and drink
MartijndeKG,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a very nice and interesting tour of Antwerp. Joris was funny, knew a lot and didn't show us many beautiful places.
The best outdoors in (h)Antwerp 🤩.. also in December!
Maan v,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The walk took a little longer, we enjoyed it! Been to Antwerp so many times, but the information was nicely told and nicely relaxed fun and interesting heard and seen! Very rewarding! Despite our rainy day I would recommend this to anyone
Particularly interesting start of our visit to Antwerp. Gave us visit frames!
165gerryb,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Particularly interesting start of our trip. Gave us visit frames, which we had a lot of fun Enthusiastic guide!!
Fab tour! A must do!
Angie P,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour, made great by our guide. Very interesting and lots of history that you would never know u less you walked the tour! A 2 hour history lesson on lovely Antwerp. Highly recommend
Fantastic tour led by Shabnam
xinmeio,,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Shabnam was a fantastic guide and I learned a lot about the very interesting tales and history of Antwerp. She took the time to bring us to fascinating spots and even hidden gems around the city. Highly recommend to go for the tour!
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