Explore Brussels by foot with François
Overview
The meeting point is Brussels main square "La Grand Place." This is an excellent starting point as it was the main market of the city known in dutch as the "Nethermarkt." I will explain the geography of the Low Countries, the governors of these regions through history, and the economic development with the sheep whool, cereals (beer of course), metals, etc. The idea is to know why Brussels was (and is still today) an important economic centre.
Then we walk to most important landmarks of the city centre such as:
Statue of Manneken Pis a symbol of the city and its museum.
Statue of Jacques Brel the belgian GOAT (greastest of all times)
Visit the medieval fortified wall built in the 13th centuy
Aristocratic neighbourdhood SABLON with its antiques and diamond shops and the gothic church Notre Dame du Sablon, a french style garden Petit Sablon and Palace Egmont.
Tour ends in Mont des Arts, with Rue Royale (royal street) Palace of Justice, the museums, and the iconic Royal Square.
What's Included
- Taste of a small praline, traditional chocolate from Brussels
- Guided walking tour
Meeting Location
Grote Markt
1000 Brussel, Belgium
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
1000 Brussels
Belgium
The tour finishes in the royal area of Brussels, where most museum are located, it is know as the upper part of central Brussels, also near Brussels Central Station
What To Expect
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Grand Place
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Manneken Pis
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
De Permanensje (Manneken Pis Museum)
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tour De Villers
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sablon Quarter
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Place Royale
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mont des Arts
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For this tour to take place we need to have at least 8 travelers
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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).
- 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.
- taste of a small praline, traditional chocolate from Brussels.
- guided walking tour.
The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Explore Brussels by foot with François is as follows:
- 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 Explore Brussels by foot with François will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Taste of a small praline, traditional chocolate from Brussels
- Guided walking tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For this tour to take place we need to have at least 8 travelers
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
