Tours & Activities in Brussels
Discover the wonders hidden in the city of Brussels. Our adventure takes us to the dazzling Grand Place or Grote Markt, which will dazzle us with its great variety of architectural styles. There we will find ourselves in front of the imposing City Hall, and then move on to the famous “pissing boy” or Manneken Pis: The great star of the city. Then we continue towards the Sablon district, to see the Church of Notre Dame and former meeting place of the aristocracy during the 19th century. From there we will head to the royal court district, located in the upper part of the city.
Places to visit:
• Grand Place of Brussels
• Saint Hubert Royal Galleries
• Street art (Tin Tin)
• Monument to Everard Serclaes
• Boy pissing (Manneken Pis)
• Medieval Wall
• Sablon Square
• Old Jewish Quarter
• Church of Our Lady of the Sablon
• Palace of Justice
• Little Sablon Garden
• Royal Square
• Palace of the Kings
• Museum of Music and Instruments
• Mount of Arts
Ready to travel back in time? The present and the past are one!
Tell Me Stories About Brussels
What's in a name? Stories... and Brussels.
This is not just another history tour overloaded with details.
Our goal is to offer a fun experience where you get to know the city through the eyes of a local, with stories about the history, jokes about politics and, of course, not hiding the dark but important role the royal family played in the colonial history of Belgium.
This is why this is the highest rated Free Walking Tour in Brussels:
- Interesting stories instead of boring information
- Local storytellers who really know the city
- Genuine tips & recommendations
Highlights you'll see
- Grand Place / Grote Markt
- Manneken Pis
- Downtown Brussels
- Royal Galeries
- Cathedral of St. Michael & St. Gudula
- Royal Palace
- Mont des Arts
Stories about
- Why we don't like the French
- Brussels from the Early Middle Ages to the Capital of Europe
- The birthplace of world-famous comics
- Belgium: 13 million people, 3 languages, 4 regions
- A world-famous statue of a little pissing boy
- Belgian Waffles
- Belgian Chocolate
- Belgian Fries
- Belgian Beer
Get ready to immerse yourself in the history, culture and charms of the beautiful Belgian capital. Join us on a walking tour of the city's most iconic landmarks as we uncover its fascinating stories and secrets.
These are the sites we will enjoy on the tour:
- Grand Place
- Monument to Everard t'Serclaes
- Tin Tin Mural
- Manneken Pis
- Church of Our Lady of Sablon
- Petit Sablon Park
- Museum of Musical Instruments
- Mont des Arts
- Mont des Arts Carillon Clock
- Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula
- Saint Hubert Royal Galleries
As if this were not enough, we will leave you approximately 5-10 minutes so that you can enjoy a free interior visit to the Church of Notre Dame de Sablon
(May not apply to the 5pm tour due to closing times)
What does the PDF include?
- What else to see in Brussels
- Nearby cities to visit
- The best gastronomic recommendations
- The best Belgian chocolate
What else do you need to know? Don't wait to reserve your spot now!
Important:
-It is recommended to bring water and stay hydrated during the summer months. Yes, Brussels also has very hot days.
-There are no toilets along the route, only one stop to stock up on liquids (Notre Dame du Sablon Church).
-Regarding virtual payment, payment is accepted with Bizum, PayConiq and all types of cards (cash is always accepted).
Welcome to Brussels as you've never experienced it before!
Behind the pristine facades and countless chocolate stores, there lies a dark and bloody past that is rarely discussed. During this evening tour, you'll explore the city's rich history while delving into the tales of revolts, forgotten heroes, executions, and torture techniques.
Get away from the main tourist attractions and immerse yourself for 2 hours in the chilling and tragic history of the capital of Europe. This unique experience will leave you with the best view of the city and memories that will last a lifetime.
Places we visit:
- Grand Place.
- Saint Jean Square.
- Anneessens Tower.
- Rollebeek Street.
- Notre Dame du Sablon.
- Church of Our Blessed Lady of the Sablon.
- Petit Sablon.
- Palace of Justice.
- And much more!
Free Walking Tours are designed for individuals and small groups. Are you traveling in a group bigger than 6 people? Please contact us for possible options!