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Brussels Historical Walking Tour: Explore the Heart of Europe's History
4.9
45 Ratings
Brussel
Embark on a historical walking tour of Brussels, where you’ll explore iconic landmarks, hear legendary tales, and uncover the city’s true identity. Book your tour today!
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Grand Place - Brussels’ central square, Grand Place, is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its opulent guildhalls and the impressive Town Hall, showcasing a blend of Gothic and Baroque architecture. Your guide will be waiting for you there with a red umbrella in front of the city hall.
- Belgian Comic Strip Center - Brussels is adorned with vibrant comic strip murals depicting beloved characters like Tintin and the Smurfs, celebrating the city’s rich comic book heritage.
- Manneken Pis - A whimsical bronze statue of a little boy urinating, Manneken Pis is an iconic Brussels landmark with a history dating back to the 17th century.
- St. Nicholas Church - The Saint Nicholas church is one of the oldest churches in Brussels, with foundations laid in the 12th century. It used to carry the one and only belltower of Brussels to show off the city’s wealth and independence.
- La Monnaie De Munt - The Théâtre Royal de la Monnaie is a renowned opera house in Brussels, recognized for its exceptional performances and architectural grandeur.
- Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert - One of the world’s oldest shopping galleries, Galeries Royales St Hubert is a stunning arcade housing luxury boutiques, theaters, and charming cafes.
- Saint-Géry Island - Saint-Géry Island is a trendy district with a vibrant nightlife, featuring stylish bars, restaurants, and cultural spaces in a former market area.
- St Michael and St Gudula Cathedral, Brussels - This magnificent cathedral built in Brabant Gothic styles takes us back to the 13th century and tells some legendary tales.
- Parc de Bruxelles - Nestled between the Royal Palace and the Belgian Parliament, Royal Park offers a serene green space where locals and visitors can relax amidst picturesque surroundings.
- Royal Square - Dominated by the imposing statue of King Albert I, Royal Square is a historical square surrounded by neoclassical buildings, including the Royal Palace and the Belgian Parliament.
- Mont des Arts - On the Mount of Arts we will leave you with a beautiful view over Brussels, very close to the main square.
What's Included
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Welcome to the heart of Europe, where history comes alive amidst stunning architecture, a mouthwatering gastronomic scene and a lively multicultural atmosphere. Step into the enchanting past of Brussels on our daily historical walking tour to traverse its cobbled streets, explore iconic landmarks and listen to the legendary tales that have shaped this remarkable city.
From the awe-inspiring Grand Place to the curious Manneken Pis, our knowledgeable guide will reveal the stories behind each captivating site and enable you to unravel the true identity of our fascinating city. With our expert guide leading the way, be prepared to be enthralled by the rich history, culinary delights and hidden gems of Brussels. Book your tour today and embark on an unforgettable journey through time!
IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips. The fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform, please bring cash to reward the guide.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Grand Place
Grote Markt
The tour starts in front of the city hall on the main square (Grote Markt). Look out for the red umbrella!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(45 Ratings)
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Robindg6924vn
Jul 6, 2024
Best tour in Brussels - Very interesting tour around the city! Would totally recommend to everybody wanting to get to know Brussels! Very professional guide as well
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262dic
Jul 2, 2024
Great way to learn about hidden gems - Learnt and saw so much more about this beautiful city. So glad we did this tour, highly recommend. Never knew so many hidden gems existed.
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Mdinai
Jun 28, 2024
Recommended. - Our guide Adlin was witty, funny, and knowledgeable. We enjoyed the tour very much. He also gave excellent recommendations about lunch and dinner places, further site to visit, and even about the choices of food and beer.
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4frederiques
Jun 10, 2024
Great discovery - Small group and extra visit with anecdotes and our dynamic guide Patrick. We were able to discover both the old Brussels and the new.
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C5027mpmariaf
Jun 10, 2024
Excellent view of old Brussels - Alfredo was a very precise, friendly and knowledgeable guide.
The timing of the tour was perfect, we had a very complete idea of the history of the city
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446milliej
May 10, 2024
Great Tour! MUST BOOK! - We really enjoyed our tour of Brussels. We took it as soon as we arrived and it hit all the highlights so we knew where we wanted to see more of for the rest of our trip.
The guide, Rahim, conducted the tour with great English. He was very knowledgeable, fun, and patient and answered our questions.
We recommended this tour!!!
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Debodan
May 1, 2024
Excellent tour of old city highlights and history, plus… - This tour of the historic highlights of Brussels, lead by guide, Sebastian of Legends, was phenomenal…. Sebastian blended deep knowledge of Brussels, Belgium, and the Belgian people, with humor and charm. Advertised as FREE, a tip was well-deserved at the end of near;y 3 hours…generously over the 2.5 hours promised.
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Aaler
Mar 25, 2024
Fabulous Sébastien - Great walking tour with Sebastien. Well worth your time. Sebastien was a spectacular tour guide. Great review of historical aspects and great recommendations of places to see. I would do this walk again. Spectacular!
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W1983jgastridv
Mar 12, 2024
Fascinating, educational, active and above all fun. - Sebastien managed to captivate everyone for 2 hours with his crazy stories. The history of Brussels (Belgium) is brought to life by the knowledgeable guide in a light-hearted manner, with humor. Thank you! A really good historical walk. Also did the evening walk tonight. Despite the rain, also very worthwhile. TOP
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Feemaya
Feb 28, 2024
Historical Tour of Brussels - Sebastian was very friendly and informative, his guided 2.5hr tour brought alive the history of the city, its streets and buildings all in the rain. We’d have never managed to see all we did and know the history of the buildings without him. Thank you Legends and thank you Sebastian 💯% recommend.
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