Brussels: Grand-Place: Historical Tour Brussels: Grand-Place: Historical Tour
ID: GYG1298096-O-1996539
Category:
Country: Belgium
Duration:
01:00 hours
Description
Learn about the history of Brussels' Grand Place from its medieval origins, exploring the iconic buildings that surround it
Throughout its nearly thousand-year existence, Grand Place, Brussels has played a central economic, political, and symbolic role in the development of the city, and it still holds a special place in the hearts of its inhabitants.
In just under an hour, you will discover how this one and a half hectares of the city center began by feeding the stomachs of the people of Brussels, and then fueled their ambitions, which sometimes went to their heads, until they lost it.
In a small group of 15 people, your live guide will lead you in the footsteps of the builders. You will learn to recognize the symbols that adorn its rich facades while learning a little about the lives of those who lived behind them.
Highlights
- A journey into the history of Brussels and Grand Place
- A discovery of the facades adorned with numerous sculptures
- A small-group experience
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
On the Grand-Place, at the corner of Rue au Beurre, in front of Le Roy d'Espagne restaurant.
INCLUDED
- Historical introduction
- Exploration of the facades
NOT INCLUDED
- Admission to the buildings
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
