Spend an afternoon in Antwerp, Belgium's second largest city on Europe's largest harbor. You'll discover the city of Peter Paul Rubens and learn why Antwerp is called the world center for diamonds.
Highlights
- Afternoon tour to Antwerp from Brussels
- Tour Antwerp's city center, including Marquet Square
- Our Lady's Cathedral, with four famous works by Rubens
- Enjoy panoramic views from MAS
- Pickup from selected Brussels hotels
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Antwerp Half-Day Trip from Brussels
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AntwerpAntwerpPhoto by: Anonymous06 2011 -
The Diamond LandDiamond Land, AntwerpPhoto by: Natasha MUnited Kingdom, 07 2009 -
Our Ladie's CathedralAn amazing place to visit !Photo by: Mariya M01 2013 -
Lunch TimeA place full of cafè an restaurants. Nice garden too.Photo by: Laura Bay BItaly, 05 2012 -
Grand PlaceThe heart of AnversaPhoto by: Laura Bay BItaly, 05 2012 -
Anvers (16)Houses in AnversPhoto by: Ioana N04 2012 -
Anvers (15)City HallPhoto by: Ioana N04 2012 -
Antwerp ChurchDid you ever see such a beautiful and majestic church? This one, in the centre of Antwerp, is visible for miles - on a ...Photo by: ANDY O08 2011 -
AntwerpAntwerpPhoto by: Natasha MUnited Kingdom, 07 2009 -
The CastleA shot of the castlePhoto by: Natasha MUnited Kingdom, 07 2009 -
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Antwerp Half-Day Trip from Brussels
Leaving Brussels, you'll drive through the countryside to Antwerp's city center. Your first stop is Market Square with its ancient houses and Our Lady's Cathedral (entrance fee included). Amongst other treasures, the cathedral contains four of Rubens' master works: "The Elevation of the Cross", "The Descent from the Cross", "The Ascension of the Virgin" and "The Resurrection of the Virgin".
You'll then continue your walk to the baroque church Carolus Borromeus, the interior of which was entirely designed by Rubens. In 1718 lightning struck and 39 ceiling paintings by Rubens were tragically lost in the subsequent fire. However, the apse of the main altar and the Mary Chapel were spared and they'll provide you with an idea of the church's former splendor.
After some time at leisure in the city center, you'll board the coach and take a drive to Antwerp's famous harbor, the largest in Europe! Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views from the 9th floor of the MAS Museum (closed on Mondays) and see diamonds sparkle at the Diamond pavilion of the MAS. Learn why Antwerp is called the world center for diamonds, before returning to Brussels.
You'll then continue your walk to the baroque church Carolus Borromeus, the interior of which was entirely designed by Rubens. In 1718 lightning struck and 39 ceiling paintings by Rubens were tragically lost in the subsequent fire. However, the apse of the main altar and the Mary Chapel were spared and they'll provide you with an idea of the church's former splendor.
After some time at leisure in the city center, you'll board the coach and take a drive to Antwerp's famous harbor, the largest in Europe! Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic views from the 9th floor of the MAS Museum (closed on Mondays) and see diamonds sparkle at the Diamond pavilion of the MAS. Learn why Antwerp is called the world center for diamonds, before returning to Brussels.
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