Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Explore the UNESCO-listed Grand Place, one of Europe’s most beautiful squares. Learn about the history of the guild houses, the Town Hall, and the King's House. Discover the fascinating past of Brussels as a medieval trading hub.

   20 min

2. Manneken Pis is a small bronze statue of a little boy urinating into a fountain. Despite its humble size (only 61 cm / 24 inches tall), it is one of Brussels' most famous landmarks, symbolizing the city's humor and rebellious spirit.

   20 min

3. Place de la Vieille Aux Blés (translated as "Old Wheat Market Square") is a charming and lesser-known square in Brussels. It offers a peaceful atmosphere, historic charm, and a glimpse into the city's past. ️ History & Significance The name originates from its historical role as a wheat market in medieval Brussels. The square retains a quaint, old-world feel, surrounded by historic buildings and cobblestone streets. A great spot to escape the busy city center while still being close to major landmarks.

   20 min

4. Gabrielle Petit (1893–1916) was a Belgian resistance fighter and World War I heroine. She played a crucial role in spying for the Allies, gathering intelligence on German troop movements. Captured by German forces, she refused to betray her country and was executed in 1916, becoming a symbol of patriotism and bravery.

   10 min

5. Named after Saint Michael, the patron saint of Brussels, and Saint Gudula, a revered local saint. Built between the 13th and 15th centuries, the cathedral stands as a masterpiece of Brabantine Gothic architecture. It has hosted royal weddings, state ceremonies, and historical events.

   20 min

6. History & Significance Built in the 18th century on the ruins of the former Palace of Coudenberg, which burned down in 1731. Designed in a neoclassical style, it served as the administrative and cultural heart of Brussels. Home to the equestrian statue of Godfrey of Bouillon, the medieval knight who led the First Crusade.

   10 min

7. Originally designed for the 1910 Brussels International Exhibition, later transformed into a cultural and artistic district. Offers one of the best panoramic views of Brussels, overlooking the city center.

   15 min

8. Take a relaxing stroll through this peaceful and scenic park, a perfect escape from the bustling city center. The temporary exhibition of Geluck’s Le Chat sculptures offers a fun and insightful look into Belgian humor.

   15 min

9. Mary Chocolatier is a luxury chocolate brand renowned for its high-quality Belgian pralines and artisanal chocolate creations. Founded in 1919 by Mary Delluc, it has become one of Belgium’s most prestigious chocolate makers. Known for its refined techniques and unique flavors, Mary Chocolatier remains a symbol of Belgian chocolate craftsmanship.

   20 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Brussels

• Its from-price is 31% above the median of the 114 city tours we list in Brussels.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Brussels

Brussels, Belgium's capital and a seat of European institutions, pairs a gilded Grand-Place with comic-strip murals, Art Nouveau houses and waffle stalls.

The Grand-Place is the centre of old Brussels, a cobbled square ringed by gilded guildhalls and the Gothic town hall, whose spire rises over everything. A few streets away, the small bronze Manneken Pis draws a crowd. On the hill above, the Royal Palace and the Mont des Arts gardens look down on the lower town, while the Atomium, a giant model of an iron crystal built for the 1958 World Fair, stands on the northern edge.

Top-ranked sights in Brussels: Grand-Place (Grote Markt), Manneken Pis, Royal Galleries of Saint Hubert (Les Galeries St-Hubert).

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