The 15 Best Antwerp Tours & Walks

1.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,837 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) Our pick

This two-hour English walking tour leads you from Antwerp’s Grote Markt to the Cathedral of Our Lady, with stops at Rubens sites, the Bourse, Vlaeykensgang, and the Nello and Patrasche statue. Guides such as Arie, Luc, Beren, and Marc combine local stories, history, humor, and practical tips. Expect a group of up to 35 and plenty of standing.

“This was a remarkable historical tour of Antwerp. Our guide, Marc, was knowledgeable and opened to questions. He shared so many facts about this beautiful and colorful city's history in chronological order. The tour was well paced and sprinkled with Marc's humor. We highly recommend this tour!”

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2.City Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 816 reviews · 2 hours · from $22

Meet your English or Dutch guide at the Nello and Patrasche statue in Handschoenmarkt. Walk through Antwerp’s old center, Grote Markt, Vlaeykensgang, Meir, and past the Cathedral of Our Lady before finishing at Central Station. Guides such as Leo, Mark, Yoreh, and Marijke are known for local stories, humor, and useful food tips.

“Mark was a fantastic guide. He brought the history and highlights of Antwerp to life. Bravo!”

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3.City Highlights Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 529 reviews · 2 hours · from $38

Ride through Antwerp’s historic center and old port with a friendly English or Dutch speaking guide. You’ll stop at the cathedral, city hall, Steen castle, MAS museum, and central station while guides such as Dirk, Leo, Phillip, and Judith add stories and local tips. Bikes, baskets, and the guide are included.

“I can highly recommend this bicycle tour with Antwerp by Bike. We were lucky to have Judith as our guide, she is a very friendly and likeable person and highly knowledgeable guide. We would loved to spend more time with her exploring Antwerp.”

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4.Historical Walking Tour in the Old City

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 373 reviews · 2 hours · from $3Best value

Walk Antwerp’s Old City with an English-speaking local guide, from Het Steen and the Grote Markt to the cathedral and Vlaaikensgang. Hear stories of Roman conquerors, Spanish rule, trade, and local customs. Guides such as Shabnam, Sergio, Joris, and Anna-Lena also share practical tips on food, bars, museums, and events.

“Despite a rainy afternoon, I totally enjoyed this tour. The guide, Joris van Biel was very knowledgeable, proud of his city, excellent communicator and friendly. Could not beat the value of this walking tour”

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5.Guided Bike Tour: 2 Hours Highlights of Antwerp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 347 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Ride through Antwerp with a local English-speaking guide on a two-hour tour limited to 16 people. You’ll see Central Station, Het Steen, and MAS, hear local stories, and cover more ground than you would on foot. Guides named in recent tour comments include Marc, Paul, Neil, and Inge.

“Knowledgeable, friendly and funny guide; good tour with decent bike. Would recommend anyone to try this out.”

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6.Private tour: Highlights & History of Antwerp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $105

This private English-language walk takes you through Antwerp’s old center with guides such as Luc D., Johan, Edna, Flip, and Arie. In about two hours, you’ll see Grote Markt, Rubens landmarks, the Bourse, Vlaeykensgang, and the Cathedral of Our Lady. It suits first-time visitors who want history, local tales, and practical tips in a flexible format.

“Lizbeth was incredible. She gave such a locally inspired private tour. She somehow was able to answer ever obscure question I asked. She was a delight to learn from and was one of the best guides I have ever had.”

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7.Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 277 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $3

Explore Antwerp’s historic center in about two hours with an English-speaking local guide. The route links Het Steen, Grote Markt, Vlaeykensgang, Carolus Borromeus Church, Boerentoren, and the Cathedral of Our Lady. Guides such as Britt, Sergio, Muriel, Casper, Shanmon, and Joris bring different stories and styles, with local suggestions and a small surprise at the end.

“Shanmon our tour guide was so knowledgeable and shared many interesting facts and stories about the rich heritage and historical backdrop of Antwerp. She was very attentive to the groups interests.”

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8.City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 258 reviews · 1 day · from $18

At Antwerp City Brewery, you follow a self-guided audiovisual route through Belgian beer culture, De Koninck’s past, and the brewing process. Test your pouring skills, enjoy two tastings, and finish with a freshly tapped beer or snack in the bar. The tour takes about one hour and is wheelchair accessible.

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9.Antwerp Bike Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 200 reviews · from $34

Ride through Antwerp with local guides such as Steven or Christine, covering historic streets, the MAS area, southern districts, dockyards, and the remarkable cycle tunnel beneath the Scheldt. The mostly flat route suits families and casual cyclists. Choose a daytime, evening, chocolate, beer, or other themed option when available.

“We had such a brilliant time on our tour! My son and I learned so much about Antwerp and it’s a perfect way to get your bearings in the city. Highly recommend.”

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10.Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 193 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Walk Antwerp from Grote Markt to the MAS rooftop with guides such as Luc D., Beren, Tom, or Arie. Hear legends, see the Cathedral, diamond quarter, Steen prison, Red Light District, and FelixArchief. The English tour lasts about 90 minutes, though some walks run closer to two hours.

“Our guide's (Luc D) energy is contagious! A great evening walk pack with history, quiz, and laughter!”

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11.Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 183 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $64

Meet a Lokafyer at your hotel, a central café, Brabo’s Monument, or Den Engel, then explore Antwerp on a private walk built around your interests. Guides such as Stefany, Michele, Christophe, and Ludo have led engaging tours covering history, food, neighborhoods, the riverfront, university, and lesser-known sights. English tours last 2 to 6 hours.

“Just landing into Antwerpen, I wanted to bypass the maps and slogging it out myself so, Ludo as my personal guide, was my perfect solution. He showed me around his town, I got my bearings, gained a good understanding of the legends and history of the old town and felt super comfortable to orientate myself and plan with confidence for my next few days here. Really interesting and informative.”

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12.Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 139 reviews · 3 hours · from $42

Cycle Antwerp from Central Station through the Jewish Quarter, Cogels-Osylei, Groen Kwartier, the historic center, the Scheldt, Seefhoek, and Park Spoor Noord. The pace is easy, guides such as Jonah, Nicolas, and Niklas add local history, and an e-bike upgrade may be available.

“Very informative - provides an excellent overview of a fascinating city!”

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13.Private Historical Tour: Legends of Antwerp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $105

Walk Antwerp’s old center with a private English-speaking guide, visiting Grote Markt, Het Steen, Vlaeykensgang, the Cathedral, and more. Guides such as Flip, Luc D, Joske, and Beren bring local stories to life, including the city’s giant, hand symbol, Golden Age, Rubens, and printing past. Expect cobblestones, flexible pacing, and no included museum admission.

“Beren was a fantastic tour guide and he knows SO MUCH about Antwerp! I loved learning the backstory of the hands you see throughout Antwerp, as well as the Red Star Line’s history. If you’re a history buff, I highly recommend booking a private tour with Beren- you won’t regret it!”

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14.3-Hour Antwerp Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $43

Ride roughly 13 kilometers through Antwerp with a local guide such as Jona, Nicolas, or Frithjof. The route links Central Station, Zurenborg, Zuid, Grote Markt, the MAS museum, and Park Spoor Noord. Expect city streets, bike paths, history, local neighborhoods, and time for questions. Standard bikes, helmets, and child seats are available.

“We had a great time. Jona was very knowledgeable and we saw so many interesting things. The weather was also fantastic”

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15.The Coolest Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 102 reviews · from $34

Ride through Antwerp’s medieval center and modern districts with a local English or Dutch-speaking guide. You’ll see the Cathedral of Our Lady, Grote Markt, Het Steen, and may cross the river by free ferry before cycling through the pedestrian tunnel. Belgian-made bikes, helmets, water, baskets, rain ponchos, and child seats are available.

“We really liked the bike tour since it took us through places we didn’t plan on visiting. It also includes hopping on a boat to cross the channel and cycling back through a tunnel under the water. Nice and fun way to spend 2 hours exploring Antwerp”

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