After meeting at your accommodation, begin exploring your area with a friendly and passionate local. Discover the best places to eat and buy groceries, the easiest ways to get around and the hidden gems of the area. Feel more comfortable in navigating the city as you become more like a local than a tourist. Each tour is completely customized, so the meeting location, start time and length of tour is up to you. During the walking tour, enjoy the option of taking public transportation or taxi to get around the city at your own expense. This tour is an authentic and personal experience to show what it's like to live in Antwerp. In addition to navigating the city, learn about cultural differences, local events and politics from your local guide.

See the historical sights of Antwerp on a guided walking tour in English or Dutch, and marvel at the main monuments of the main square of Groenplaats, such as the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekathedraal cathedral and statue of the artist Rubens. Venture down small alleys to find charming courtyards and Gothic churches, along with the remains of the ancient stone walls and beautiful city hall on the impressive Grote Markt (Great Market Square). Hear how the Vikings, Napoleon Bonaparte, and medieval guildsmen have all played a part in shaping the city.

Get the most out of your visit to Antwerp with a private guided walking tour through the historical heart of the city. Explore all of Antwerp's highlights while learning about history, legends, and interesting facts. Admire historic churches, characteristic squares, popular museums, and medieval architecture. After meeting your guide at the Grote Markt, Antwerp’s main square, walk through the city’s historic quarter on a route that includes all the must-visit spots. You'll explore Grote Markt first, where you can marvel at the medieval guild houses, city hall, and Brabo Fountain. From there, head to Hendrik Conscience Statue, named after the Flemish writer Hendrik Conscience. This site hosts an impressive Baroque church and the old city library. Visit the world-famous Carolus Borromeus Church with its 17th-century Baroque details before stopping at Handelsbeurs Antwerpen (the Bourse of Antwerp), the world's first Wall Street. Here, you’ll find out how the city came to be an important international trading center in the 16th century. Rubens House is next on the itinerary: the house is the former home and workshop of the famous Baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens. Learn more about his life story and some secrets behind the artist’s success. At MoMu, one of the world’s leading fashion museums, you'll get some inspiration for your next fashion shopping trip before heading to the Museum Plantin-Moretus, the first museum to be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through Vlaeykensgang, a secret medieval alley that’s not easy to find on your own. Your guide will take you back in time and show you the best-preserved remnants of the Middle Ages in Antwerp. This spot is said to be the most photographed place in the city. Make sure to be camera-ready as you arrive at the Nello & Patrasche Statue, another popular attraction in the city. Finish the tour in front of the Cathedral of Our Lady, where you’ll learn the history and curious facts about its construction.

During the walk, you will explore the Market Square with the Town Hall and the beautiful Golden Age Guild Houses, the Cathedral of Our Lady with The Elevation of the Cross and The Descent from the Cross by Rubens, Saint-Paul's Church, the harbor and the Jewish district. You can visit Rubens' former house during the lunch break. In the former home and studio of the master, you will embark on a fascinating journey back in time and into the world of this great baroque artist. There is a lot of modern architecture in Antwerp, for example, the new Palace of Justice by Richard Rogers, the Museum aan de Stroom by Neutelings & Riedijk and the new Port House by Zaha Hadid. Downtown you can reflect on all you have seen and learnt with a nice Belgian beer.

Meet your guide in the lobby of your hotel then embark on a historical exploration of the city center. Visit the bustling Market Square, also known as Grote Markt, nestled in the heart of the city’s old quarter. Admire the square's beautiful and iconic Brabo Fountain and learn about the history of the fountain, which was inaugurated in 1887. Continue the tour onto the stunning Renaissance City Hall and surrounding 16th and 17th century guild houses. Marvel at the intricate architecture of the buildings, which dominate the Antwerp skyline, and listen to your guide share insightful information about them. Walk to the magnificent Our Lady Cathedral next, which houses a collection of art pieces by famous Flemish masters. Wander through the medieval part of the city, Vlaeykensgang, characterized by narrow streets and crooked alleyways, then through Groenplaats Square until you reach the Meir, the most popular shopping street of Antwerp. Pass by The Rubens House, the home and atelier of the baroque painter Pieter Paul Rubens. Finally, the tour ends with a guided visit to the Central Station of Antwerp, a beautiful building constructed at the end of the 19th century.

This private walking tour is a great way to see lesser known parts of the city, away from the tourist crowds, and to get to know the real Antwerp. Join this evening walking tour and take in some beautiful panoramic views on the way. Learn about Antwerp's past, discover medieval legends, and listen to intriguing stories from the Red Light District as you uncover the darker side of Antwerp. Explore the city's hidden gems and unique sights. Your experienced guide will share their knowledge and passion for the city they call home with you and show you around memorable city sites.  Stop at various places, including: the Market Square, the Stone Castle, the Red Light District, the rooftop of the MAS Museum, the Old Port, St. Paul’s Church, the trendy modern area known as “The Island,” and much more.

Discover the city where Paul Peter Rubens - the master of Baroque-style paintings - once lived. Visit Rubens’ house and see some of his masterpieces at St. Charles Borromeo Church and Cathedral of Our Lady. Shop on Belgium’s most expensive shopping street and explore some of the city’s most famous landmarks - including the Central Train Station, the Diamond Quarter, the Royal Residence, the Great Market Square, City Hall, and the Het Steen Castle. On this tour, you'll be exposed to Antwerp's art, history and fusion of architectural styles.

This experience is provided by an independent Local. You will be part of a small, 2 to 6 people group. Discover Antwerp on a guided walking tour with a local and learn about the history and contemporary transformation of the city. By seeing Freiburg through the eyes of a local, find out what everyday life looks like and where the city gets its characteristic ambiance from. As you stroll through Antwerp, admire its parks, monuments, and historical architecture with a local. As you discover the charm of the city, get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants, and bars to visit during your time here, and find out how to make the most out of your visit. Who is a Local? A Local is someone who is passionate about sharing authentic experiences based on their interests. As LocalBini, we bring together passionate people from all over the world by giving them the opportunity to offer unique experiences via our marketplace.

WALKING TOUR JEWISH NEIGHBORHOOD Discover fascinating facts about the jewish community in Antwerp Our guide will take you on a discovery tour through the neighbourhood surrounding the central station. While walking through the diamond district and the small streets of the Jewish quarter, the guide will tell you more about the Antwerp Jews. First, you’ll learn how Jewish community Antwerp came into being. Then you’ll learn about the typical customs of the Jewish tradition, such as kosher food, Sabbath and the mezuzah by the door. This tour passes Jewish bakeries, shops and synagogues (we won’t go inside).

Discover Antwerp by bike on a unique city tour using COCO-MAT wooden bikes. Cycle by important spots like the Museum aan de Stroom and the Rubens House, and discover areas like the Schipperskwartier and Diamond District. Hear from your guide about the city's history and local legends. Start your tour in the Schipperskwartier, the dockland, and get comfortable riding your eco-friendly wooden COCO-MAT bike. Cycle past landmarks including the striking Museum aan de Stroom (MAS) and the medieval beguinage, a historic religious site. Next, head towards the Diamond District, passing by the Rubens House where the famous artist used to live. Then, follow your guide to see the Cathedral of Our Lady Antwerp, the Grote Markt, the Antwerp Stock Exchange, and the famous Central Station. Along the way, learn about the history and culture of Antwerp from your local guide, as well as sustainability projects happening in the city. Get insider tips and recommendations to inform the rest of your stay.