Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting
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This small-group walking tour offers an intimate experience of Brussels. You guide leads you through the historical center and its main landmarks, including Grand Place, Royal Galleries, Cathedral, Manneken Pis, Royal Square, and Mont des Arts. The experience begins with a waffle tasting at The Waffle Heritage, accompanied by coffee or tea. Along the tour, you will taste Belgian specialties, including chocolates from a Royal Supplier and traditional sweets based on recipes dating back over 500 years. While the tour includes tastings, it remains a true historical walk. Over 2.5 hours, you will cover the main sites of Brussels, offering a complete experience combining history and gastronomy. You will explore Brussels away from the busiest crowds in a more personal setting. The walk ends at Royal Square, with a stunning view over the city and easy access back to the Grand Place via Mont des Arts. Your guide will also share practical tips and personal recommendations.
Your experience
Stop 1
We meet at Waffle Heritage (Rue Lebeau 25), where the experience begins with a waffle tasting accompanied by coffee or tea.
Stop 2
Here, you will listen and meet in person Belgium's GOAT, elected by Belgians in the year 2000.
Stop 3
Why this fountain of a peeing boy became so important does not always make sense. While you enjoy a warm waffle, our guide will explain to you all the history beyond this mysterious boy. Despite its disappointing size, you will start to like him and also value our Belgian mentally.
Stop 4
Our guide will meet you right in front of the main gate of the City Hall. From there he will guide you around the square to describe and decode the symbols on the different facades : City Hall, King's House, House of the Dukes and many other important houses that hosted important names like Victor Hugo or Karl Marx.
Stop 5
The Saint-Hubert Galleries, opened in 1847, are among oldest covered shopping arcades, known for their elegant glass roof and historic boutiques.
Stop 6
This Cathedral is a must-visit monument during your stay in Brussels. Despite its soberness, the sculptures and the stainglasses of this bright church will amaze you. The Chair of Truth is considered to be a masterpiece of wood sculpting of the 17th century.
Stop 7
Walking down to the city center on the Mont-des-Arts, will be a well deserved reward. You may stop frequently to take beautiful pictures, but certainly enjoy the stairs and the Albertine Park.
Stop 8
As Supplier of the Royal Family, the House Mary will astonish you with its delicious chocolates and fairy setting. In the Royal Galleries you will learn all about Belgium finesse and chocolate.
What’s included
- Snacks
- At the end of the tour an info session is held in order to help you to organize your journey in Brussels.
- Tea and coffee
Meeting and pickup
The tour will begin with a waffle tasting, along with coffee or tea.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- TOUR ALSO AVAILABLE IN FRENCH - Starts also at The Waffle Heritage, 25 rue Lebeau - 1000 Brussels(on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays) - Please select the option : visite en français
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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