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Private History & Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp

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Antwerp, Belgium
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Spanish, Dutch

Overview

Get off the beaten track and discover the dark side of Antwerp with your private guide. This private tour is a great way to skip the touristy trail and get to know the more obscure side of Antwerp. During the 2h tour you will discover the city from a different perspective with its hidden gems and unique sights.

Are you looking for adventure and breathtaking panoramic views? Would you like to hear some medieval legends or “spicy” stories from the Red Light District? Then this tour is for you! Our experienced guides are eager to share with you their knowledge and passion for the city to make your time truly special!

Included: Grote Markt, The Stone Castel, Red Light District, rooftop of MAS Museum, The Old Port, St. Paul’s Church, a trendy modern area called “The Island” and many more

What's Included

  • Professional guides

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Grote Markt
    2000 Antwerpen, Belgium

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    End point

    Hanzestedenplaats 1
    2000 Antwerpen, Belgium

    The tour ends at the MAS museum. Please add a note if you would prefer a different end point.

    What To Expect

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    Grote Markt

    Grote Markt square is the heart of Antwerp. It is filled with gorgeous medieval guild houses, the City Hall and the Brabo Fountain in the middle. It also hides some interesting legends which our guide will share with you.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Cathedral of Our Lady

    You will find out the history behind the Cathedral and its belfry tower — truly iconic treasures of Antwerp's skyline.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    DIVA

    Antwerp has been known as the world’s Diamond Capital since the city's Golden Age. This brilliant museum is the right place to tell you the bright and the dark side of the gems trade.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Het Steen

    The Steen Castle is the oldest building in Antwerp and has fulfilled several functions over the centuries, for example that of a prison. Our guide will share some interesting insides of the medieval prison life.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Museum Vleeshuis

    As the former Butcher's Hall and oldest guild house in the city, Museum Vleeshuis now tells a different story of sound, music and dance.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Saint Paul's Church

    The St. Paul’s Church is truly unique place. It is the only church in the world which keeps within its walls the masterpieces of the 3 most renowned Antwerp masters: Rubens, Van Dyck and Jordaens.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Antwerp's Red Light District

    Despite its function, the Red Light District is a safe area to walk around at night, though there are still some “spicy” secrets to share. On the guest’s request, this part of the tour can be skipped.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    FelixArchief

    Built as a port storage, the Felix Pakhuis now houses the municipal archive. We will walk you through its distinctive interior ‘street’, which was constructed as a firebreak within the building.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    MAS - Museum aan de Stroom

    We end the tour on the panoramic rooftop of the MAS museum, where the guide will still share with you some interesting facts about this remarkable building and the magnificent Port of Antwerp, one of the biggest in Europe. To finish the tour our guide will offer you plenty of recommendations on things to do in Antwerp to help you plan the rest of your stay.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private History & Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-110143P3

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    • Professional guides

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    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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