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Mechelen Historic Walking Tour with Local Guide
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Mechelen
About
Embark on a walking tour through the heart of Mechelen. Marvel at iconic sights like the majestic city hall, the Grote Markt, the awe-inspiring Sint-Rumbold's cathedral, the medieval city center, the old canals, and the vibrant cultuurmarkt.
Stroll through Mechelen's cobblestone streets and expansive squares, basking in the glory of historic buildings and the city’s rich medieval legacy. Uncover tales of Roman conquerors, Viking traders, and medieval marvels, along with Mechelen's pivotal role in Belgium's vibrant history.
Gain insider knowledge from a local guide and get the scoop on authentic Mechelen experiences, find the finest culinary hotspots, learn local secrets, and navigate the c...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Tourist guide
A little surprise at the end!
Walking tour
Personal suggestions of bars, restaurants, museums and more
Meeting Points
Departure
De Vlietenkelder
Where do we meet?
On the Ijzerenleen.
Return
Cultuurplein
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Embark on a walking tour through the heart of Mechelen. Marvel at iconic sights like the majestic city hall, the Grote Markt, the awe-inspiring Sint-Rumbold's cathedral, the medieval city center, the old canals, and the vibrant cultuurmarkt.
Stroll through Mechelen's cobblestone streets and expansive squares, basking in the glory of historic buildings and the city’s rich medieval legacy. Uncover tales of Roman conquerors, Viking traders, and medieval marvels, along with Mechelen's pivotal role in Belgium's vibrant history.
Gain insider knowledge from a local guide and get the scoop on authentic Mechelen experiences, find the finest culinary hotspots, learn local secrets, and navigate the c...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local guide
Tourist guide
A little surprise at the end!
Walking tour
Personal suggestions of bars, restaurants, museums and more
Meeting Points
Departure
De Vlietenkelder
Where do we meet?
On the Ijzerenleen.
Return
Cultuurplein
Itinerary
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Ijzerenleen
Mechelen's very own Champs-Élysées: a broad shopping street with imposing façades and one of Flanders' oldest town halls. The street's name refers to the iron railings once placed alongside a medieval brook where fishing boats moored.
15 minutes
2
Haverwerf
Three iconic 16th–17th century houses along the Dyle river: Het Paradijske, De Duiveltjes and Sint-Jozef. Each façade tells its own story — from the Garden of Eden to devils used as columns. A true highlight of Mechelen's skyline.
15 minutes
3
Melaan
A revived city stream: the Melaan was filled in 1913 but reopened in 2007. Stroll along the water on wide stone benches lined with trees — a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city.
15 minutes
4
St. Rumbold's Cathedral
A stunning Gothic cathedral with a 97-metre tower. Climb 538 steps for a panoramic view over Mechelen — and discover the world-famous carillons that have made this city a global centre of bell-ringing tradition.
15 minutes
5
Grote Markt
The vibrant heart of the city, surrounded by colourful guild houses and a historic town hall. Discover how Mechelen once served as the capital of the Burgundian Netherlands under regent Margaret of Austria.
15 minutes
6
Museum Hof van Busleyden
A stunning Renaissance palace where humanists like Erasmus and Thomas More once gathered. Today the museum houses masterpieces of the Northern Renaissance and tells the story of Mechelen's golden Burgundian age.
15 minutes
7
Paleis van Margareta van Oostenrijk (Palace of Margaret of Austria)
Built from 1507, this was the residence of Margaret of Austria, regent of the Habsburg Netherlands — and one of the first Renaissance buildings in the Low Countries. She raised her nephew Charles, the future Holy Roman Emperor, within these walls. Today the palace serves as the city's courthouse, but its beautiful Renaissance façade and charming courtyard garden are open to visitors.
15 minutes
8
Kuub
Mechelen's cultural hub, surrounded by the Cultural Centre, the Academy of Fine Arts and the Conservatory. In summer, open-air theatre, music and carillon concerts from the nearby St. Rumbold's Tower bring this square to life.
