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Architecture Tour of Brussels

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

​This tour is the unique experience of exploring the architecture of Brussels by a local architect. Jamal will lead your way through over 500 years of architectural styles, history, art, and legends. We will discover the sophisticating of Brussels since it was the capital of the Spanish Netherlands til it became the Capital of Europe. The influences of architecture from the Netherlands, Spain, and France will be pointed out, and stories behind the styles changes will be told. By the end of the day, your eyes will catch and explore details that you never noticed before, even back in your home town.

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  • Professional and local guide
  • Transport
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Grand Place 21/
1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

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Grand Place

We start from the most visited spot in Belgium and UNESCO heritage site: Grand Place of Brussels. we will stretch the history of the place since it was a market surrounded by the wooden houses before it went into gothic and baroque architecture like today. We will study together facades and obviously we have to go through the ​history of famous people lived there.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert

The first shopping mall in the world. It is the same age as Belgium. We will stretch a success history of one architect dreamed once about this building and he did his best to realize​ it through hard work and a network of contacts. Also, we will pass by coffees where famous authors used to enjoy coffee and compose world literature heritage.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Monnaie

The royal theatre has a long history we wish to express and pointing out the shopping street and the revolution in the area.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Place De Brouckereplein

The famous De Brouckere palace and the old river route inside the city. we will discuss what happened and how the water became a backbone of the defense of the town.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

La Bourse de Bruxelles

The development of the la Bourse since it was in Bruges, Grand Place then this square. The building itself became today one of the ​Brussels art expedition.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Manneken Pis

The greatest disappointment in Brussels and its wardrobe of over 1200 uniforms. Several stories behind this boy here in Brussels. we will stretch the famous 4 stories about it and climb the hill up to the wardrobe museum.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Jacques Brel Statue

Why do you think there is a sculpture of Jacques Brel?
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Notre Dame Des Victoires Au Sablon

Chocolate and Notre Dame du Sablon is all what we will expolre in this stop.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

BOZAR Centre for Fine Arts

Let's all discover what waits for us behind the big walls of Bozar.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mont des Arts

Here we enjoy the view over Brussels. The typical panorama of the old city and the walls. The tower fo the city hall will be the main focus of your picture while the royal palace at the other end.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Architecture Tour of Brussels?

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 (CET).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

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Professional and local guide
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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

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