Private History & Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp
At a glance
Private History & Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp is a 2h private experience in Antwerp, Belgium, operated by Legends Walking Tours of Antwerp. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 98 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $99.95 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional guides.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 9 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Dutch, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
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
What's included
- Professional guides
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
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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Stop 2 · 10m
You will find out the history behind the Cathedral and its belfry tower — truly iconic treasures of Antwerp's skyline.
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Stop 3 · 10m
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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Stop 4 · 10m
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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Stop 5 · 10m
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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Stop 6 · 10m
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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Stop 7 · 5m
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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Stop 8 · 10m
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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Stop 9 · 20m
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.
Meeting point
The guide will be waiting for you by the statue on the main square (Grote Markt) with a red umbrella.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private History & Mystery Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $99.95 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Professional guides.
Where does it start?
The guide will be waiting for you by the statue on the main square (Grote Markt) with a red umbrella.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Dutch, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 98 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Antwerp.
