Antwerp: 16th-Century Walking Tour with Alain

Antwerp Province, Brussels



Discover the history of Antwerp on a guided walking tour with Alain, your local guide. See the city's oldest house, important churches, and hidden passages, and learn about the city's history.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a storytelling tour mixing drama and historical stories
  • See the city's oldest house, important monuments, and hidden passages
  • Get ready for a dramatic ride through the history of 16th century Antwerp

Description

Meet your guide in the historical heart of Antwerp, at the location of what was a busy wharf in the 1500s. Traverse the city while moving through the 16th century.

Pass by the oldest house, important churches, hidden passages, a botanical garden, and more. Learn how the city lived in those days and enjoy a full immersion in the history of the 16th century in the Low Lands.

End the tour at the Carolus Borromeus Church, as you enter the baroque era. Finish your tour with a lunch or aperitif on the adjacent square.

Includes

Optional pickups at your accommodation

Tour with a local 5-star guide

Storytelling about the history of Antwerp in the 16th century

Visit to the historical heart of Antwerp

Excludes

Entrance fee Cathedral

Important Information

  • The tour is a walking tour, so comfortable shoes are recommended

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour begins at the site of a former busy wharf in Antwerp's historical center.
The tour focuses on the 16th century, exploring Antwerp during that time.
The tour is led by Alain, a guide specializing in Antwerp's 16th-century history.
The tour includes the city's oldest house, key churches, hidden passages, and a botanical garden.
Yes, the tour provides detailed stories about how people lived in Antwerp during the 1500s.
The tour is generally suitable for all ages, though it involves walking through city streets.
Tour duration varies; check the official page for current details.
Booking in advance is recommended to secure your spot on the tour.
The tour involves walking on city streets, so accessibility may vary; check with the provider for specifics.
Tours are available throughout the year; check the website for current schedules and availability.

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