Brussels Historical Walking Tour: Explore the Heart of Europe's History
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Bruxelles
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 learn more
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

Dive into the unparalleled charm of the heartland of Europe, where historic legacies blend with architectural marvels and a vibrant multicultural vibe, alongside a delectable food culture. Embark on our daily heritage walks through Brussels, navigating its quaint cobblestone streets, surveying its notable monuments, and immersing yourself in historical narratives that have given this city its unique composite.

From the majestic Grand Place to the intriguing Manneken Pis, our well-informed guide will unfold the tales encased within each alluring site, ushering you to uncover the authentic essence of this intriguing city. Led by our proficient guide, brace yourself to be riveted by Brussels’ extensive timeline, culinary marvels, and secret treasures. Reserve your trip today and gear up for a memorable voyage through the ages!

KEY POINT: Our tour guides are volunteers and operate on a gratuity basis. The price only includes the booking charge facilitated through this platform.

  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Location
Grand Place 8
Grand Place
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.

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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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Daytrip26475538365
Feb 27, 2024
Interesting tour - Wonderful tour! I was really hesitant due to being a solo traveler and couldn’t really believe the price but a massive thank you to Sebastian as he made the tour really interesting. He made jokes and interacted with everyone to make the atmosphere comfortable, would definitely do the tour again and can’t suggest to book enough.
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Jepdizzz
Feb 23, 2024
Great Tour - We had a great time! Our guide was knowledgable and funny. It was great to hear his insights during our tour. Thanks Sebastian!
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Wadian2024
Feb 22, 2024
Memorable tour ! - We were lucky to have a very fun guide 😄 Tom is friendly and very knowledgeable He is a real story teller ! He has a special and a fun way to narrate ; I enjoyed the tour very much 👍👍👍 Thank you Tom for not making it boring !
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704wilm
Feb 8, 2024
Excellent guide - Excellent guide with a lot of interesting details even for me who visited the city a couple of times. Highly recommended.
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794rosief
Feb 1, 2024
Wonderful tour - Absolutely wonderful tour, our guide was so knowledgeable and friendly, and made sure we all got back safely to the start point which as a solo traveller was appreciated!
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