Day trip to Ghent and Atomium from Brussels
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Why Visit Brussels?
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Getting to Brussels
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What's Included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- City tips
- Guided walking tour in Ghent
- Round-trip with A/C
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will receive the confirmation at time of booking
- Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
- No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you in the direction of some great food spots :)
- Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Before leaving Brussels behind, we'll make a stop at the emblematic AtoniumIn the Carrefour de l'Europe square under the columns of the main entrance of the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Our guides will be wearing ID of Buendia Tours.
End Point
The Great Butchers’, which dates back to the 15th century,In the Carrefour de l'Europe square under the columns of the main entrance of the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Our guides will be wearing ID of Buendia Tours.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Before leaving Brussels behind, we'll make a stop at the emblematic Atonium 15 minutes
Before leaving Brussels behind, we'll make a stop at the emblematic Atonium. We'll admire the monument, standing at more than 100 meters (328 ft) high and the spheres of about 18 meters (59 ft) in diameter representing the nine provinces of Belgium before continuing on our way.
We arrive to Ghent, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe 5 minutes
We arrive to Ghent, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. We walk to the centre, where the guided tour will begin.
Our guide will explain this emblematic tower and... 10 minutes
Our guide will explain this emblematic tower and the history surrounding its dragon.
You will discover the outside and the inside... 25 minutes
You will discover the outside and the inside of Ghent’s Cathedral, where the most stolen painting in history is kept, the famous painting of the Van Eyck brothers “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb”.
Do you know that Belgian churches host concerts and other events 3 minutes
Do you know that Belgian churches host concerts and other events?
We start our guided tour in front of the Town Hall 5 minutes
We start our guided tour in front of the Town Hall. Here our guide will explain us the different architectural styles of the building.
In front Saint Nicholas Church, we found the Korenmarkt 5 minutes
In front Saint Nicholas Church, we found the Korenmarkt. In this spot will be explained the peculiar history of the building where the post office used to be.
Upon this bridge you will be able to take incredible photos 7 minutes
Upon this bridge you will be able to take incredible photos. Here will also be explained the story of the tower of Saint Michael's Church.
We are going to follow the Lys riverbank 10 minutes
We are going to follow the Lys riverbank. We will get to know the buildings surrounding Lys river such as diferent Guild Houses or the current Marriot Hotel. You will also have the chance to take some photos.
In front of the original facade of the... 2 minutes
In front of the original facade of the Masons guild house, our guide will explain what guild houses are and the peculiarity of this one.
In front the Great Butcher's Hall, we will... 3 minutes
In front the Great Butcher's Hall, we will make a little stop in a traditional market stall where the seller will tell us about Ghent’s more famous candy, the cuberdon.
The last point of our guided tour is Sint-Veerleplein Square 15 minutes
The last point of our guided tour is Sint-Veerleplein Square. Here our guide will explain the story of the square and the different buildings around it. Also, will give some tips about where to eat or which are the best souvenir shops. The guide will also remember when and where you must be to take the bus back to Brussels.
Free time, you will enjoy about 4 hours... 4 hours
Free time, you will enjoy about 4 hours of free time (it depends on the traffic and the rhythm of the group).
The Great Butchers’, which dates back to the... 7 minutes
The Great Butchers’, which dates back to the 15th century, was originally a covered market.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
