Grand-Place: Self-Guided Audio Tours

First time in Brussels? This tour is for you! Start your first visit to Brussels with a walk around its Old Town. This tour will take you on a journey around the most well-known sites and symbols of the capital of Belgium. There are 14 stops on the way. The tour begins at the Royal Quarter of Brussels with a visit to the royal square, Place Royale, one of the oldest places in the city. There you will be able to visit the remains of the original palace on the Coudenberg, which was destroyed in 1731. Then you will walk past a magnificent Art Nouveau building of the Musical Instruments Museum which once was a luxury department store, and will see the Royal Library with its huge collection of books – over 6 million! Your journey will continue with a walk along the cultural heart of Brussels, a veritable Mont des Arts where you will listen to the history of its creation. The heart of Belgium, the Market Square, will reveal to you the darkest of its secrets while you examine the architecture of the Town Hall and the rest of the buildings on the square. You will also see the House of Bread which now houses the Museum of the City of Brussels. Its collection is especially famous for the more than 500 costumes of Manneken Pis that are kept here. A visit to the most famous resident of Brussels – Manneken Pis, will be the cherry on top to finish your acquaintance with the city’s historical district after which you can continue to explore the city on your own.

Embark on a solo exploration of Brussels' most captivating sights with a ticket to Belgian Beer World included. This audio tour caters to those with an interest in the rich history and architectural wonders that define the vibrant Belgian capital. Beginning at the majestic Belgian Beer World and wrapping up at the cultural hub of Halles Saint-Géry, this tour takes you on an exciting path through some of Brussels' most iconic sights. Along the way, from the historic Stock Exchange to the impressive Saint Catherine Church and the playful Zinneke Pis, you'll witness the architectural beauty and vibrant cultural fabric that define this city. Please note, while entrance to Belgian Beer World is included in this tour, an audio guide inside the attraction is not provided.