Antwerp - excursions

The second largest city of Belgium Antwerp was founded in the far Middle Ages. Since then and to this day it remains a thriving center of arts, crafts and trade. Today this metropolis, located on the Scheldt River, is the capital of the original Flanders region. Here you can visit many interesting places and attractions . Therefore, having arrived to Antwerp, be sure to visit there with an excursion.

Sightseeing tour of Antwerp

A sightseeing tour of Antwerp will introduce you to this once-powerful city of the era of great discoveries. The very name of the city is literally translated as "throw a hand". And he was named so in honor of the brave Brabo, who cut off his hand from the giant who terrorized the locals.

A sightseeing tour begins from the most beautiful building of the Central railway station . Then the guide will guide you through the main shopping streets, separately stopping for a diamond. You will visit the central square of Antwerp, stroll along the beautiful promenade, glance at the famous street of antique shops.

A guide who speaks Russian will introduce those interested in art with art galleries and museums. For example, many will be interested in visiting the unique museum of the press. It was here in the 17th century that the first printed newspaper in the world began to be published (for comparison, in Russia such an event happened almost a hundred years later). Visit the world-famous Academy of Fine Arts, where Van Gogh studied.

End of a sightseeing tour of Antwerp in the local brewery, where you can sample fresh beer. For 1-5 people the cost of the sightseeing tour will be 120 euros, and for a group of 6-10 people - 240 euros. As the weather in Belgium is very changeable, going on an excursion, take an umbrella with you.

Excursion "Fashion Industry of Antwerp"

For admirers of fashion and design, as well as professionals working in the fashion industry, glossy magazines and luxury clothing stores, it will be interesting to tour the thematic places of Antwerp. In the Middle Ages it was in Antwerp that Baroque and Renaissance styles arose, as well as the school of Flemish painting. Here, many of their canvases were created by Peter Paul Rubens, Antonis van Dyck, Peter Brueghel. In the 80s of the last century the famous Antwerp designers made a real revolution in fashion.

The guide will take you to the most famous show-rooms and fashion shops. In the program visit the house of Rubens , the Fashion Museum , etc. This tour is usually held for 2-2.5 hours, and its cost is 96 euros per person.

Excursion "Antwerp - diamond city"

A great impression of the guests of Antwerp will remain from the excursion to the diamond store-museum . This city is recognized throughout the world as the center for the evaluation, cutting and trade of diamonds and diamonds. It is here that up to 60% of all diamonds of the world are produced. Some valuable exhibits were created in the 16th century. In addition, here you can admire the artfully made models of the famous diamonds "Kohinor", "Polar Star", "Akbar Shah". Here you can watch the work of a jeweler who cuts stones with the help of old and modern tools.

The Museum of Diamonds runs from 10 to 17 hours. The cost of the tour is 6 euros, and for children under 12 years old - free of charge.

Excursion to the port of Antwerp

The excursion to the Antwerp port is unusual, very entertaining and informative. There you will get acquainted with his work, visit a special educational center, get an opportunity to practice in the management of a vessel or, for example, load a barge with a forklift on a special simulator. It will be interesting to look at the gateway under construction - the largest in the world. Continue the tour of the trip on a pleasure boat from which you can see the port side of Antwerp.

In one hour such an excursion it will be necessary to pay 50 euros from one person.

Regardless of which excursion you choose for yourself, positive emotions and unforgettable impressions are guaranteed to you!