For about 2h we will explore the city by observing and listening about it's rich history, the main architectural landmarks, a panoramic view over the valley of Brussels, and talk about urbanism, economy, society and current situation of this northern european capital.

This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 15 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR

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This is be an excellent starting point to understand why Brussels exists and we will find out who ruled the medieval city by looking at the architecture.

Statue of Manneken Pis one of the most famous symbols of Brussels

The wardrobe of Manneken pis is a new museum with all the clothes made for the statue

ruins of an ancient fortified wall from the 13th century

Aristocratic neighbourhood SABLON with its antiques and diamond shops and the gothic church Notre Dame des Victoires au Sablon, the Great Synagogue and a french style garden Petit Sablon with the Palace Egmont and other government building.

Here we will see the largest Palace of Justice in the world, the most important museum in Belgium, the Brussels Royal Museum of Fine Arts. We will talk about the castle of the Duques located in the hill and then demolished to build the royal area.

We finish the tour at the Mont des Arts next to the Brussels Central Train Station (Gare Central). Here we will have a panoramic view over the swampy valley of Brussels where we will see in the horizon the 5th largest church in the world and Brussels Chocolate Village. We will talk about two important legacies of the industrial revolution, the metalurgical industry (Atomium, Art Nouveau Arquitecture, Bronze scultures) and the chocolate expertise of the 20th century.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• For this tour to take place we need to have at least 8 travelers

• Brussels City Walking Tour with a Local Economic Historian
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• taste of a small praline, traditional chocolate from Brussels
• guided walking tour

Please be advised..

• This Tour is Provided by City Explorer Brussels.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Brussels.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 15 valid reviews on TRIPADVISOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 14 Travelers is accepted for booking.