Evening Tour of Brussels: The Dark Side with Lantern Light
by Legends Free Walking Tours Brussels
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This 2-hour evening walking tour explores the dark side of Brussels by lantern light, focusing on the city’s troubled history of revolts, executions, and torture techniques. The tour begins at Place du Grand Sablon, a lively market area known for fresh produce and artisan crafts, where the guide explains the historical context of the neighborhood. Next, the group moves to Place Saint-Jean, a historic square featuring the St. John the Baptist Church. The route continues to Tour Anneessens, a district reflecting Brussels’ diverse cultural past. From there, the tour follows Rue de Rollebeek, a cobblestone street lined with cafes and shops. The group then visits the Gothic Church of Our Lady of Victories in Sablon, noted for its stained glass windows. Afterward, the tour proceeds to the Palace of Justice, an imposing courthouse atop a hill that offers views over the city. The walk continues to Square du Petit Sablon, a garden decorated with bronze statues representing medieval guilds. The tour then explores the Marolles district, starting at Place du Jeu de Balle, known for its daily flea market selling antiques and second-hand goods. The tour concludes at the Gothic Kapellekerk church, dating back to 1134, located in the Marolles neighborhood. A professional guide leads the entire walk by lantern light. Gratuities are not included but may be given in cash to the guide. This tour avoids main tourist spots and presents a different perspective on Brussels’ darker history.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Place du Grand Sablon
The Grand Marché market at Place du Grand Sablon offers fresh produce, artisanal foods, and crafts. This lively square is a hub for local culture and trade.
10 min
Place Saint-Jean
Place Saint-Jean is a historic square framed by old buildings and cafes. The St. John the Baptist Church dominates the area with its impressive architecture.
10 min
Tour Anneessens
Tour Anneessens is a vibrant Brussels district known for its mix of architectural styles and active markets that reflect the city’s cultural diversity.
10 min
Rue De Rollebeek
Rue de Rollebeek is a cobbled street lined with small cafes and shops, offering a quiet glimpse into Brussels’ historic urban life.
10 min
Church of Our Lady of Victories in Sablon
Notre Dame du Sablon is a gothic church featuring detailed stained glass windows, located in the peaceful Sablon neighborhood.
10 min
Palace of Justice
The Palais de Justice is one of the largest courthouses worldwide, built in neoclassical style and situated on a hill with panoramic views of Brussels.
10 min
Square du Petit Sablon
Petit Sablon is a garden square surrounded by 48 bronze statues representing medieval guilds, providing a calm green space in the city center.
10 min
Place du Jeu de Balle Flea Market
Place du Jeu de Balle hosts a daily flea market with antiques, vintage items, photographs, and secondhand goods in a welcoming atmosphere.
10 min
Kapellekerk Church
The tour finishes at the Gothic Kapellekerk church in the Marolles neighborhood, originally founded as a chapel in 1134.
5 min
Meeting point
We meet on the main square (Grand Place) of Brussels, in front of the city hall. Please, look out for the guide with the RED UMBRELLA!
End point
The tour ends at Kapellekerk, in a popular neighborhood of Brussels.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Evening Tour of Brussels: The Dark Side with Lantern Light
by Legends Free Walking Tours Brussels
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€2.99Overview
This 2-hour evening walking tour explores the dark side of Brussels by lantern light, focusing on the city’s troubled history of revolts, executions, and torture techniques. The tour begins at Place du Grand Sablon, a lively market area known for fresh produce and artisan crafts, where the guide explains the historical context of the neighborhood. Next, the group moves to Place Saint-Jean, a historic square featuring the St. John the Baptist Church. The route continues to Tour Anneessens, a district reflecting Brussels’ diverse cultural past. From there, the tour follows Rue de Rollebeek, a cobblestone street lined with cafes and shops. The group then visits the Gothic Church of Our Lady of Victories in Sablon, noted for its stained glass windows. Afterward, the tour proceeds to the Palace of Justice, an imposing courthouse atop a hill that offers views over the city. The walk continues to Square du Petit Sablon, a garden decorated with bronze statues representing medieval guilds. The tour then explores the Marolles district, starting at Place du Jeu de Balle, known for its daily flea market selling antiques and second-hand goods. The tour concludes at the Gothic Kapellekerk church, dating back to 1134, located in the Marolles neighborhood. A professional guide leads the entire walk by lantern light. Gratuities are not included but may be given in cash to the guide. This tour avoids main tourist spots and presents a different perspective on Brussels’ darker history.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Place du Grand Sablon
The Grand Marché market at Place du Grand Sablon offers fresh produce, artisanal foods, and crafts. This lively square is a hub for local culture and trade.
10 min
Place Saint-Jean
Place Saint-Jean is a historic square framed by old buildings and cafes. The St. John the Baptist Church dominates the area with its impressive architecture.
10 min
Tour Anneessens
Tour Anneessens is a vibrant Brussels district known for its mix of architectural styles and active markets that reflect the city’s cultural diversity.
10 min
Rue De Rollebeek
Rue de Rollebeek is a cobbled street lined with small cafes and shops, offering a quiet glimpse into Brussels’ historic urban life.
10 min
Church of Our Lady of Victories in Sablon
Notre Dame du Sablon is a gothic church featuring detailed stained glass windows, located in the peaceful Sablon neighborhood.
10 min
Palace of Justice
The Palais de Justice is one of the largest courthouses worldwide, built in neoclassical style and situated on a hill with panoramic views of Brussels.
10 min
Square du Petit Sablon
Petit Sablon is a garden square surrounded by 48 bronze statues representing medieval guilds, providing a calm green space in the city center.
10 min
Place du Jeu de Balle Flea Market
Place du Jeu de Balle hosts a daily flea market with antiques, vintage items, photographs, and secondhand goods in a welcoming atmosphere.
10 min
Kapellekerk Church
The tour finishes at the Gothic Kapellekerk church in the Marolles neighborhood, originally founded as a chapel in 1134.
5 min
Meeting point
We meet on the main square (Grand Place) of Brussels, in front of the city hall. Please, look out for the guide with the RED UMBRELLA!
End point
The tour ends at Kapellekerk, in a popular neighborhood of Brussels.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.