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Discover the main sites of the Belgian Revolution in Brussels on a walking tour. Learn about the origins of the Belgian Revolution and the July Revolution. Discover the historical center of Brussels.

Highlights

• Learn about the origins of the Belgian Revolution and the July Revolution
• Discover the main sites of the Belgian Revolution in Brussels
• See the Palais Royal, the Palais des Académies, and the Colonne du Congrès
• See the Théâtre de la Monnaie, the Hôtel de Ville, and the Parc of Bruxelles
• Hear about the events that led to the Belgian Revolution in 1830

Description

Discover the origins of the Belgian revolution on a guided walking tour of Brussels. Learn about the events that led to the revolution and see the key sites that played a role in the uprising. Meet your guide at the Théâtre de la Monnaie and set off on a walking tour of the city. Pass by the Hôtel de Ville, the Parc de Bruxelles, and the Palais royal et musée BELvue. Continue to the Palais des Académies and the Palais de la Nation. See the Colonne du Congrès and the Place des martyrs. Learn about the events that led to the Belgian revolution during a walking tour in the heart of Brussels. T With your private guide, visit some of the main places where the Belgian revolution took place and learn about the historical context. See beautiful buildings and admire the courage of the people of Brussels in their fight for freedom. Start your tour at 'Théâtre de la Monaie' and finish it at the 'Place des Martyrs'. See various famous buildings of Brussels and learn about their role in the revolution, such as the Town Hall or the Royal Palace Did you know it ? The territories of present-day Belgium joined the United Kingdom of the Netherlands after the defeat of Napoleon at Waterloo. Then, the government of William I, King of the Netherlands, implemented several reforms, notably to secularize education and promote the use of Dutch in justice and administration. In the tour, you will discover how these reforms were very unpopular in the Belgian provinces, where the population was predominantly Catholic and partly Francophone.

Includes

Live tour guide Historical insights and stories Photo opportunities

Important Information

• The tour involves a moderate amount of walking, please wear comfortable shoes. Be prepared for any weather - bring a raincoat or sunscreen depending on the forecast. Photography is allowed, but please be respectful of the sites and their historical significance. Food and drinks are not included, but there will be opportunities to purchase refreshments along the way.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund