Brussels Origins of the City: Exploration Game and Tour
Overview
Embark on a quest where you will discover the origins of Brussels and its famous landmarks. Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover its port, nowadays converted into the lively Place Sainte-Catherine; the first city walls, and many more. Ready for an adventure?
Highlights include:
Walk along Brussels’ city center and visit the Black Tower, the Grand-Place, le Mont des Arts and lesser-known places.
Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.
Solve clues to find local stories and hidden gems as you explore.
Enjoy a stunning view of the palace from Poelaert's viewpoint.
Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.
What's Included
- 24/7 customer support.
- A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
- Free for Kids
- Entry tickets to attractions.
- A tour guide.
Meeting Location
1000 Brussels
Belgium
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Pl. Poelaert 1
1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
You will finish at the Law Courts of Brussels
What To Expect
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Porte de Flandre (pass by)
Monument au Pigeon-Soldat (pass by)
Black Tower (pass by)
St. Catherine's Church (pass by)
Place St. Gery (pass by)
St. Nicholas Church (pass by)
Grand Place (pass by)
Jeanneke Pis (pass by)
Place de la Monnaie (pass by)
Mont des Arts (pass by)
Palais du Coudenberg (pass by)
Palace of Justice (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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).
- 24/7 customer support.
- A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
- Free for Kids.
- Entry tickets to attractions.
- A tour guide.
The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Brussels Origins of the City: Exploration Game and Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Brussels Origins of the City: Exploration Game and Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 24/7 customer support.
- A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
- Free for Kids
- Entry tickets to attractions.
- A tour guide.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
