About this tour
A two-hour walking tour through Antwerp's old town stopping at historic pubs to taste Belgian beers and local drinks. You'll learn how different brewing styles—hoppy, sour, fruity, sweet—came about, guided by locals who'll steer you toward something new at each stop. The tour often starts at Antwerpse Brouw Compagnie brewery taproom, and you choose what to drink; the guide's beverage at each venue is your shout.
Highlights
- Historic pubs in Antwerp's old town, not generic bar crawls
- Taste different Belgian beer styles guided by pub owners
- Learn brewing history tied to French Revolution and local politics
- Choice of drinks at each stop, personalised recommendations
- Wheelchair accessible route through the city centre
- Optional brewery taproom start at Antwerpse Brouw Compagnie
- Small-group setting with walkable pace through cobbled streets
What to expect
You'll meet your guide and head into Antwerp's old town, possibly starting at a brewery taproom if that option's selected. The group moves between historic pubs on foot—expect a leisurely stroll rather than rushed stops. At each venue, the guide and pub owner suggest something different to try: you might encounter a hoppy pale ale at one spot, a tart lambic at another, a sweeter trappist style at a third. You're free to order what appeals or follow their lead. Between drinks, you'll pick up quirky facts about Belgian brewing and why the country's beer culture is so varied. The two hours wraps up after the final tasting.
What travellers say
- Knowledgeable locals share surprising facts about beer and Belgian history
- Personalised guidance—you taste what suits your palate, not forced samples
- Walkable old-town route with genuine historic pubs, not tourist-trap chains
- Accessible to most fitness levels and wheelchair users
- Learn the practical reason Belgium has such diverse beer styles
- You cover guide's drink cost at each stop—adds up quickly in groups
- Two hours is brief; limited time at each venue to chat and linger
- Cobblestone streets and uneven paving may challenge some walkers
- Not suitable if you have cardiovascular health concerns
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This suits anyone curious about Belgian beer culture and local history who enjoys a gentle walk and social atmosphere. It's not a high-intensity night out—guides actively discourage bachelor parties. Cardiovascular fitness isn't a concern unless you have poor heart health (not recommended). The route is wheelchair accessible and service animals are welcome; public transport is nearby if needed. At each pub, you buy the guide a drink—factor this into your budget. Group size and exact timing of stops vary; arrive ready to walk at a moderate pace over cobblestones. Peak times likely coincide with Friday and Saturday evenings.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.