Grote Markt, Antwerp: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Amsterdam. 12-Hour Guided Day Trip to Bruges

1. From Amsterdam. 12-Hour Guided Day Trip to Bruges

Discover the old-fashioned charm of Bruges on this guided tour from Amsterdam. Ride in a comfortable and air-conditioned coach and See sights like the Minnewater lake, Gruuthuse Palace, and the Grote Markt on a guided tour and have free time to explore the sights on your own.  Depart Amsterdam and journey to Bruges to see the UNESCO World Heritage monuments with an English-speaking guide. Get an introduction to the history of Belgium as you visit attractions such as the "Lake of Love" (Minnewater) and 13th-century Begijnhof. Learn more about the beers of Belgium and admire the brick tower of the Church of Our Lady. Explore the charming area around the Dyver canal, and then stroll the cobbled square of Walplein.  Wander the narrow lanes of the Stoofstraat and discover the Gruuthuse Palace, Burg Square, and Basilica of the Holy Blood. End in the Grote Markt and get 3 hours of free time for lunch or to visit the chocolate and lace shops independently.

Antwerp: 2 hour Highlights Walking Tour

2. Antwerp: 2 hour Highlights Walking Tour

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.

Antwerp: Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour

3. Antwerp: Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour

Get to know Antwerp at your own pace on this interactive scavenger hunt walking tour played on your phone. Decipher riddles, interact with the most important attractions of the city, and unlock interesting facts and legends. This is an ideal outdoor activity for first time visitors, couples, groups, families, and children and can be used as a great team-building activity. After downloading the app on your mobile device (instructions received after the booking), set out on foot to find 10 of the most important attractions in the city. Go at your own pace and feel free to pause or resume the tour whenever you want. At each stop, learn about the attraction and solve a location-based riddle that can only be solved if you reach the specific location. Use logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to unlock the correct code and reveal the next destination of the city sightseeing game. As you walk, uncover clues at each attraction to reveal your next destination. Have fun using logic, imagination, observation, and team spirit to finish the game. You'll learn local facts and uncover an exciting puzzle at the exterior of each attraction. Start your tour at Antwerp Central Station, a steel structure with unique architecture. Visit Sint-Jacob Antwerpen with its beautiful interior decoration. Photograph the Saint Charles Borromeo Church a beautiful Protestant church and admire the Cathedral of Panagia, which will captivate you. Afterward, snap photos of Groenplaats a large fairytale-looking square. Explore Museum Plantin-Moretus and learn about typography. Admire Het Steen with its heavy history. See the Museum Vleeshuis, one of the few museums with exhibits on the history of dance and music. Enjoy Antwerp City Hall and admire the Renaissance architecture. Finally, visit the Grote Markt with its beautiful Brabo's Monument.

Antwerp: Guided Bike Tour

4. Antwerp: Guided Bike Tour

Ride through the charming city of Antwerp on a guided bike tour. See stately mansions, picturesque squares, and beautiful Gothic architecture. Start at Antwerp Central Station and ride through the Jewish neighborhood towards the city park. Continue towards the majestic south you'll enjoy a leisurely ride among the luxurious mansions of the fancy part of town. Explore pleasant squares and see a beautiful Gothic cathedral in the historic center. Catch great views of the all-important Scheldt River and the old port. Discover the newest park in Antwerp and ride through the Seefhoek neighborhood to the station for a splendid view of the imposing building.

Antwerp: Private 3-Hour Historical Sightseeing Walking Tour

5. Antwerp: Private 3-Hour Historical Sightseeing Walking Tour

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.

Antwerp: Walking Tour from Steen to Central Station

6. Antwerp: Walking Tour from Steen to Central Station

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.

Antwerp: 2-Hour Dark Side of Antwerp Private Evening Tour

7. Antwerp: 2-Hour Dark Side of Antwerp Private Evening Tour

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.

Antwerp: Bicycle Tour Highlights - 3h tour

8. Antwerp: Bicycle Tour Highlights - 3h tour

Cycle through Antwerp on a guided bike tour and discover the city's different neighborhoods and sights, from medieval buildings to Art Nouveau architecture. See the Cathedral of Our Lady, Het Steen, the Grote Markt, and more. Meet your guide and set out to explore the top attractions in this popular port city. As you pedal, experience the uniqueness of Antwerp's different neighborhoods and admire the different styles of architecture. Listen as your local guide explains Antwerp's history and reveals some of the city's best-kept secrets. See the Beguinage of Antwerp, pedal past the expansive Grote Markt square, marvel at Antwerp City Hall, cycle through the trendy Zuid district, and more. Leave your city tour with a deeper understanding of Antwerp's past and present and great insider tips on some of the best spots in town. 

Antwerp: Private Historical Highlights Walking Tour

9. Antwerp: Private Historical Highlights Walking Tour

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.

Antwerp: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour

10. Antwerp: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour

Walk through a beautiful route of the city, discover hidden gems and visit 10+ of the most important attractions and spots. Learn some introductory information about each place and interesting stories about the city in general. Download the ‘World City Trail ‘app from the store and login. Read the instructions and head to the starting location. Unlock photos of the exterior and the interior of the location. Read some information regarding the attraction and continue walking to the next checkpoint. Note what you liked and did not like and create your bucket list for the next days! Start your walk any time, without a schedule. Pause it for lunch, have a drink, visit an attraction of your choice, and continue later or even another day. With the maps feature, you will never get lost. Start your tour at Antwerp Central Station, a steel structure with a unique architecture! Visit Sint-Jacob Antwerpen with its beautiful interior decoration. Photograph the Saint Charles Borromeo Church a beautiful Protestant church and admire the Cathedral of Panagia, which will captivate you. Afterwards, Groenplaats looks like something out of a fairy tale, don't forget to take pictures. Museum Plantin-Moretus will leave you speechless, as you will learn so much about typography. Admire Het Steen with its heavy history! The Museum Vleeshuis is worth your time as it is one of the few museums with exhibits on the history of dance and music, while Antwerp City Hall, the impressive Renaissance building will be another addition to your indelible memory. The icing on the cake of this unique tour will be the Grote Markt(where the tour ends) with the beautiful Brabo's Monument.

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It was a great comprehensive tour. As a solo traveller it's nice to meet other travellers and explore the city with someone who knows the area. The guide offered a great overview of the Old Centre and answered all the questions we had. It was quite windy (early January) so I do recommend bundling up, as we spent most of the time outside. Some of the things we saw are not available every day (due to events like weddings) so I think a bit is luck is involved, and we were very lucky :)

The local guide Edwardo received and took an attendance before we started. The bus started on time and halted once for the rest stop. Raved Brugge a bit late owing to traffic but was ok. Vita, our English guide was excellent. She explained the history of the city and gave a good glimpse of the local culture in a very good way. Overall it was a great experience from a well planned staff. I rate Vita and Edwardo excellent and professional.. they were friendly and very cooperative.

Such a great experience! So easy, getting driven to and from Bruges was comfortable and felt quick. The tour was great and we learnt a lot about the history of Bruges. It was great to get free time too to be able to explore on our own. Definitely recommend this tour for people unable to rent cars in europe but who want to explore different countries and cities close by.

The guided tour in Bruges is pleasant. After the tour, we were given enough time to explore the city on our own and have a meal. It's refreshing because it's very different from Amsterdam. Very worth it.

Great day trip, loved this beautiful little city. But was very comfortable and guide was super friendly and knowledgeable.