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Antwerp and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels With Atomium Photo Stop

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Brussels, Belgium

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Overview

Make the most of your time in Belgium during this full-day excursion to Antwerp and Ghent from Brussels. Don’t worry about time-consuming public transit; instead, benefit from round-trip transfers, as well as the insight of a local guide who can share context you might not have discovered alone, before exploring independently at your own pace.

What's Included

  • Recommendations and city tips
  • Round-trip with A/C
  • Guided walking tour in Ghent
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Carrefour de l'Europe
1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Atomium

On our way to Antwerp, we will make a brief stop at the Atomium, the monument considered as the symbol of Brussels and Belgium. Here you will have the chance to take some photos.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Plantinkaai

The bus will drop us off at the city bus station.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Steenplein

We will head down the sidewalk of the river to the city center. Before starting our tour, we will make a stop to go to the bathroom and indicate the place where we will meet in the afternoon to return to Brussels.Here, with the skyline and the river on the background, you will enjoy a small introduction to the history of the city.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Het Steen

The first stop of our tour will be Steen Castle. Here will be explained the history of the building as well as the reason why the roof of the buildings in Holland and Belgium have that particular shape.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Vleeshuisstraat

In addition to admire the building that use to hold the meat house, at this point, we will talk about how commerce worked and how the city was organized in the past.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grote Markt

In this emblematic square, we will discover the town hall, the different guild houses and the legend surrounding the sculpture Standbeeld van Brabo.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Carolus Borromeus Church

In this stop we will visit the old Saint Ignatius of Loyola church and currently of Saint Carlous Borromeus. Enter the church and enjoy a painting by Rubens in its context.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lijnwaadmarkt (Pass By)

We headed towards the cathedral. Along the way, our guide will tell us about how Belgian politics works.
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Cathedral of Our Lady

We will get to know the architectural styles that shape this cathedral as well as some of the Rubens works that are kept inside. In front of the cathedral, you will find a beautiful sculpture and you discover the emotional history that surrounds it.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Groenplaats

We will discover how the old cathedral cemetery became the current "green square". You will also be able to take some beautiful photos of the cathedral and of the Rubens sculpture.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Meir

We approach Meir Avenue, where some incredible buildings are located and which is the shopping street par excellence of the city. In the middle of the avenue we find the sculpture of a giant hand. In it, we will explain the different reasons why Antwerp also Belgium are linked to this symbol.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Antwerp

Free time, you will enjoy about 1,5 hours of free time (it depends on the traffic and the rhythm of the group).
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ghent

We arrive to Ghent, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. We walk to the centre, where the guided tour will begin.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)

We start our guided tour in front of the Town Hall. Here our guide will explain us the different architectural styles of the building.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Belfry and Cloth Hall (Belfort en Lakenhalle)

Our guide will explain this emblematic tower and the history surrounding its dragon.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal)

You will discover the outside and the inside of Ghent’s Cathedral, where the most stolen painting in history is kept, the famous painting of the Van Eyck brothers “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb”.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Saint Nicholas Church

Do you know that Belgian churches host concerts and other events?
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Masons' Guild Hall

In front of the original facade of the Masons guild house, our guide will explain what guild houses are and the peculiarity of this one.
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Korenmarkt

In front Saint Nicholas Church, we found the Korenmarkt. In this spot will be explained the peculiar history of the building where the post office used to be.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Michael's Bridge

Upon this bridge you will be able to take incredible photos. Here will also be explained the story of the tower of Saint Michael's Church.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Graslei and Korenlei

We are going to follow the Lys riverbank. We will get to know the buildings surrounding Lys river such as the Masons’ Guild House or the current Marriot Hotel. You will also have the chance to take some photos.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

OOOST

The Great Butchers’, which dates back to the 15th century, was originally a covered market.
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7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kleine Vismarkt

In front the Great Butcher's Hall, we will make a little stop in a traditional market stall where the seller will tell us about Ghent’s more famous candy, the cuberdon.
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3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Veerleplein

The last point of our guided tour is Sint-Veerleplein Square. Here our guide will explain the story of the square and the different buildings around it. Also, will give some tips about which are the best souvenir shops. The guide will also remember when and where you must be to take the bus back to Brussels.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ghent

Free time, you will enjoy about 1,5 hours of free time (it depends on the traffic and the rhythm of the group).
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You will receive the confirmation at time of booking
  • Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.
  • No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you some great food spots :)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Antwerp and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels With Atomium Photo Stop?

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 (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. 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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What's Included

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  • Recommendations and city tips
  • Round-trip with A/C
  • Guided walking tour in Ghent
  • Guided walking tour in Antwerp
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • You will receive the confirmation at time of booking
  • Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.
  • No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you some great food spots :)
  • Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

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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 (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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