• Ijzerenleen - Often referred to as Mechelen’s Champs-Élysées, this expansive shopping street is lined with grand façades and features one of Flanders’ oldest town halls. The name “Ijzerenleen” originates from the iron railings that once bordered a medieval brook where fishing boats docked.
• Haverwerf - Home to three iconic houses from the 16th and 17th centuries along the Dyle river: Het Paradijske, De Duiveltjes, and Sint-Jozef. Each façade narrates its own tale, from the Garden of Eden to devils serving as columns, making it a standout feature of Mechelen’s skyline.
• St. Rumbold’s Cathedral - This magnificent Gothic cathedral boasts a 97-meter tower. Visitors can climb 538 steps to enjoy a panoramic view of Mechelen and explore the renowned carillons that have established the city as a global hub for bell-ringing.
• Grote Markt - The lively center of the city, encircled by vibrant guild houses and a historic town hall. Learn about Mechelen’s past as the capital of the Burgundian Netherlands under the regency of Margaret of Austria.
• Museum Hof van Busleyden - A breathtaking Renaissance palace that once hosted humanists like Erasmus and Thomas More. Today, the museum showcases masterpieces of the Northern Renaissance and narrates the story of Mechelen’s prosperous Burgundian era.
• Paleis van Margareta van Oostenrijk (Palace of Margaret of Austria) - Constructed starting in 1507, this was the home of Margaret of Austria, regent of the Habsburg Netherlands, and is one of the earliest Renaissance buildings in the Low Countries. Margaret raised her nephew Charles, the future Holy Roman Emperor, here. Currently, the palace functions as the city’s courthouse, but its exquisite Renaissance façade and delightful courtyard garden remain accessible to visitors.

• Local guide
• Tourist guide
• A little surprise at the end!
• Walking tour
• Personal suggestions of bars, restaurants, museums and more

Join a walking tour through the center of Mechelen and admire landmarks such as the grand city hall, the Grote Markt, the stunning Sint-Rumbold’s Cathedral, the medieval city center, the ancient canals, and the lively cultuurmarkt.

Wander along Mechelen’s cobblestone streets and spacious squares, enjoying the splendor of historic architecture and the city’s rich medieval heritage. Discover stories of Roman conquerors, Viking traders, and medieval wonders, as well as Mechelen’s significant role in Belgium’s dynamic history.

Benefit from the expertise of a local guide to uncover authentic Mechelen experiences, discover the best culinary spots, learn local secrets, and explore the city like a true insider.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.