Brussels Old City’s Highlights Walking Tour
Description
Join our 2.5-hour Walking Tour of Brussels and explore the City’s most iconic attractions. Led by local experts, you’ll visit must-see spots like the stunning Grand Place and the famous Mannekin Pis while experiencing the charm of Europe’s political capital. Wander through cobblestone streets and admire ancient royal buildings as you head to the museum quarter. Starting in front of the City Hall tower at Grand Place and concluding at Mont des Arts, this Tour makes navigating Brussels easier for seasoned travelers. Rain or shine, our dedicated guides ensure a memorable experience without cancellations. Brussels has evolved from a trade hub to a vital political center, remaining largely intact despite the two World Wars. Discover the city’s rich history as you stroll through winding streets. You'll also learn about the diverse cultures and languages that shape Brussels today, enjoying fascinating anecdotes that bring the city’s vibrant heritage to life.
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Itinerary
Local experts will take you to must-see spots such as the iconic Grand Place. Marvel at the UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Grand Place and Town Hall and Learn about the history of Brussels at the Maison du Roi. See the 217 year old Stock Exchange building.
Giggle at the Belgian humour of the Manneken Pis statue, a landmark 55.5 cm bronze fountain sculpture. Get ready to be dazzled by the figure's collection of over 1,000 costumes, a must-see on your Brussels adventure!
See the oldest church in Brussels, Saint Nicholas’ Church. As you stroll through the streets of Brussels, you'll uncover the city's vibrant comic art scene. An open-air museum of over 150 murals that transform the city’s landscape.
Visit the La Monnaie, Belgium’s iconic opera house, boasts exquisite architecture and a rich history that stretches back centuries.
Window shop at Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert, an ensemble of three glazed shopping arcades in central Brussels, Belgium. It consists of the King's Gallery, the Queen's Gallery and the Princes' Gallery.
Finish the tour by Mont des Arts, a peaceful oasis at the foot of Kunstberg in Brussels, where art and nature blend beautifully through stunning sculptures, vibrant flora, and serene landscapes. Find the library and Nation Archives found in the Mont des Arts.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(64)
This walking tour is excellent and well worth doing. Its a great way to orient oneself in a new city. We visited the beautiful Grand Place, Manneken Pis, St Nicholas Church, Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert where we did chocalte tastings and a lot more.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! 😊 We’re so happy that our walking tour helped you get your bearings in Brussels while discovering some of the city’s most memorable places. We hope the stories, sights, and chocolate moments made your visit even more special. Tricia | SANDEMANs Team
2 hour walking tour of the highlights of downtown Brussels with excellent historical context. Highly recommend
Thank you for your recommendation! We're so glad you enjoyed discovering Brussels with us and found the historical context added to the experience. It's wonderful to hear the tour was a worthwhile part of your visit, and we hope you had a fantastic time exploring the city. Karla | SANDEMANs Team
Excellent overview tour of major highlights in pedestrian-oriented Central Brussels - very knowledgeable and humorous guide conducts these tours for tips as his sole source of income, which is why the base price is so low. There were about a dozen or so of us, which made it quite interactive. Highly recommend and tip generously to support the pricing model.
Dear Knox, Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your time exploring Brussels and found the tour both informative and engaging. It’s great to know the smaller group created such an interactive experience. Thank you again for your recommendation. We hope your travels bring you back for another SANDEMANs tour in the future. Warm regards, Karla S. | SANDEMANs Tours
Fraser was the guide for the 11:00 tour. He was friendly, informed and enthusiastic. His enthusiasm was contagious. He was also competent in responding to personal questions regarding my stay in Brussels. Jim
Thank you for your kind review, Jim! We're so pleased to hear you enjoyed exploring Brussels with Fraser. It's wonderful to know his enthusiasm, knowledge, and willingness to help with your questions made such a positive difference to your visit. We hope you had a fantastic time in Brussels! Karla | SANDEMANs Team
Fraser was very knowledgeable, friendly and entertaining. We learned a-lot and the time flew by! Also he took care if us on a hot day and gave us time to explore and also brought us together as a small group.
Thank you so much for your review, Adam! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with Fraser. It's great to know his enthusiasm, knowledge, and thoughtful approach helped make the tour enjoyable, especially on a hot day. We're glad you felt well looked after and that the group atmosphere made the experience even more memorable. Karla | SANDEMANs Team
Great way to spend our first day! Fantastic - rich in history, interesting tidbits, and a great guide!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that our Brussels Old City's Highlights Walking Tour was such a great way to spend your first day in the city. It's fantastic to know you enjoyed the mix of history, interesting stories, and the guidance provided throughout the tour. We're so pleased your guide helped make your introduction to Brussels both enjoyable and memorable. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you on another SANDEMANs tour soon! Best regards, Karla | SANDEMANs Team
Great walking tour with Fraser. Friendly and knowledgeable about the city.
We really appreciate your review! It’s wonderful to hear that Fraser’s knowledge and friendly personality made your walking tour a memorable experience. Tricia | SANDEMANs Team
Fraser was an excellent guide of Brussels. I had done a number of Sandemans tours before and I think he is a great example of the quality of the Sandemans guides. He was very knowledgeable and accessible, making the 2.5 hr tour fly by.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for choosing SANDEMANs again! We're delighted to hear that you had such a great experience on our Brussels Old City's Highlights Walking Tour. It's fantastic to know that Fraser's knowledge, approachable style, and engaging storytelling made the 2.5-hour tour fly by. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him—they'll mean a lot. We're especially grateful to hear that you consider Fraser a great example of the quality you expect from our guides. Thank you for your continued trust in SANDEMANs, and we look forward to welcoming you on another tour soon! Best regards, Karla | SANDEMANs Team
The guide did not show up even though we waited 45 minutes. No obvious way to get a refund.
Dear, Thank you for your review. I'm sorry to hear that you missed the tour. I checked what happened, and I can confirm that the tour took place as scheduled with 10 other participants. Unfortunately, you were the only guest who did not join. I also provide the guide's phone number in the booking confirmation so guests can get in touch if they are running late or have trouble finding the meeting point. My guide did not receive any call or message from you that day. For this reason, I don't believe your review reflects what actually happened, as the tour was delivered as booked. That said, I want everyone to have a good experience, so I have already processed a full refund for your booking as a gesture of goodwill. I have been providing walking tours for more than 20 years, and I take pride in offering reliable tours with excellent local guides. I hope you'll give me another chance in the future. Best regards, Ewelina
We had the most amazing and delightful tour with Fraser! He was so knowledgeable, chatty, engaging and humorous! We’ve done lots of these tours before, this one definitely stands out!
