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.
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What's included
Recommendations and city tips
Professional English-speaking guide
Guided walking tour in Antwerp
Guided walking tour in Ghent
Round-trip with A/C
Food and drinks
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
In the Carrefour de l'Europe square under the columns of the main entrance of the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Our guides will be wearing ID of Buendia Tours.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
If you do not show up or cancel in the 24 hours prior to the service, you will be charged 100% of the total cost of the reservation.
What to expect
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Atomium
15 min
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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5 min
The bus will drop us off at the city bus station.
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15 min
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. -
Het Steen
7 min
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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5 min
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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Grote Markt
10 min
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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Carolus Borromeus Church
15 min
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 min
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
15 min
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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Groenplaats
10 min
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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Meir
15 min
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. -
Antwerp
1 hour
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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Ghent
5 min
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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Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)
5 min
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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Het Belfort van Gent
10 min
Our guide will explain this emblematic tower and the history surrounding its dragon.
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St. Bavo's Cathedral
25 min
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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Saint Nicholas Church
3 min
Do you know that Belgian churches host concerts and other events?
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Masons' Guild Hall
2 min
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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Korenmarkt
5 min
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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St Michael's Bridge
7 min
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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Graslei and Korenlei
10 min
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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7 min
The Great Butchers’, which dates back to the 15th century, was originally a covered market.
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3 min
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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St. Veerleplein
15 min
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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Ghent
1 hour
Free time, you will enjoy about 1,5 hours of free time (it depends on the traffic and the rhythm of the group).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Brussels).
Additional Information
- No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you some great food spots :)
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Antwerp and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels With Atomium Photo Stop
Can I cancel Antwerp and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels With Atomium Photo Stop for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 10 hours.
Where does it start?
In the Carrefour de l'Europe square under the columns of the main entrance of the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel.
What's included?
- Recommendations and city tips
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Guided walking tour in Antwerp
- Guided walking tour in Ghent
- Round-trip with A/C
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
Which places does it visit?
It visits Atomium, Het Steen, Grote Markt, Carolus Borromeus Church, Cathedral of Our Lady, Groenplaats, Meir, Antwerp.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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