Private Tour of Antwerp's Art, Architecture and Aristocracy

Step into the soul of Antwerp on this curated four-hour walking tour where artistic genius, aristocratic elegance, and architectural splendour converge along boulevards, hidden courtyards, and magnificent squares. “Antwerp’s Art, Aristocracy and Architecture” begins at the majestic Antwerp Central Station and leads you through centuries of refined beauty, culminating at the edge of the great Scheldt River.

Your journey begins under the monumental dome of Antwerp Central Station, often called one of the most beautiful train stations in the world. Built at the turn of the 20th century, this Belle Époque masterpiece combines iron, glass, stone, and elegance in majestic harmony, the perfect prologue to a tour dedicated to grandeur.

No tour of Antwerp’s grandeur is complete without this Gothic masterpiece. Towering over the city with unmatched grace, the Cathedral of Our Lady is home to Rubens’ magnificent altarpieces and impressive stained-glass. It is a temple to both divine worship and human creativity, a crown jewel of European sacred architecture.

Emerge onto Groenplaats, where Rubens stands in bronze glory overlooking café terraces and noble buildings. This elegant square offers a lively contrast to the solemn majesty of the cathedral.

Continue to the heart of old Antwerp, the Grote Markt. Surrounded by ornate guild houses and the richly decorated City Hall, this square tells tales of prosperity, power, and civic pride. At its centre, the Brabo Fountain dramatically recounts the legend of Antwerp’s name in stone and water.

Your tour concludes at Het Steen, standing sentinel at the edge of the Scheldt River. Once a medieval fortress, later a prison and now a gateway to the city’s maritime past, its weathered stones and riverside views offer a contemplative finish. Watch the river flow as merchants, painters, and nobles once did, eyes cast toward distant horizons.

• The price per group of up to 4 people: € 150 per group
• The price per group of 5 to 8 people: € 170 per group
• The price per group of 9 to 15 people: € 190 per group
• For groups of more than 15 people, please send me an email or complete the booking form, indicating the exact number of people in your group.

OPTIONAL INTERIOR VISITS AND ATTRACTIONS

The suggested meeting point for this private tour is in front of the entrance to the Antwerp Opera. View the exact suggested  meeting point on Google Maps.

However, you may also choose another meeting location based on your requirements and preferences.

• The Private Tour of Antwerp’s Art, Architecture and Aristocracy  lasts for 4 hours. Additional hours can be arranged in advance, subject to availability.
• The itinerary may be slightly adjusted according to monument opening hours, religious services, events or other circumstances.
• The best way to book your tour is by using the booking form on my website. I will carefully check your booking and confirm availability within 24 hours of your request.
• You may also send your booking request by telephone at +32 487 670 312, via WhatsApp or Viber, or by email at  info@toursinbelgium.com
• If you have special requirements, please let me know in advance.
• If you would like to visit additional museums or attractions, I can include them when compatible with the route and available tour time.
• Upon confirmation, I will send you a booking reference number by email together with payment instructions.
• Please check the weather conditions before the tour and dress accordingly. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.