Antwerp: The Big 5 City Highlights by Wooden Bike

Antwerp Diamond District, Brussels



Explore the Big 5 landmarks of Antwerp on a guided tour around the city. Ride eco-friendly bikes and see the Central Station, Jewish district, Royal museum area, historical centre and Eilandje.

Highlights

  • Cycle through the cobbled streets of historic Antwerp on a guided bike tour
  • Discover the Old Town and its landmarks such as the Gothic cathedral
  • Ride through the charming medieval beguinage, an oasis in the middle of the city
  • Learn about the city's history, culture and legends from your local guide
  • See the Big 5 highlights of Antwerp

Description

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.

Includes

  • COCO-MAT wooden bike
  • Tour guide
  • Helmet
  • Rain poncho (if needed)

Excludes

  • Food and drinks

Important Information

  • The wooden COCO-MAT bikes are very comfortable to ride

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour covers Antwerp's Old Town, Gothic cathedral, medieval beguinage, Museum aan de Stroom, Rubens House, Schipperskwartier, and the Diamond District.
The bike tour starts in central Antwerp, accessible from Brussels by train or car; check the provider's website for the exact meeting point.
The tour typically lasts around 3 hours but check the website for current duration details.
Yes, the tour is suitable for beginners as it follows mostly flat, cobblestone streets in the city center.
Children aged 12 and older can usually join; verify age restrictions and bike options on the official site.
The tour uses COCO-MAT wooden bikes designed for comfortable city cycling through Antwerp’s streets.
Helmets are generally provided or available to rent, but check the specific tour details to be sure.
Tours operate throughout the year, though availability may vary with weather conditions and season; confirm on the website.
The guided tour is typically offered in English, with other languages possible; check the tour options online.
Antwerp is about 45 minutes by train from Brussels, making it easy to reach for the bike tour starting point.

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