Self Guided Audio Tour of Upper Brussels' Noble Beginnings
Experience Brussels at your own pace with Shawn, an experienced tour guide eager to share the city's unique history and character.
Discover Brussels’ Upper Town evolution, from medieval castle to imperial capital emulation. See the Palace of Nations, witness royal history at Parc de Bruxelles, explore the Square of Petit Sablon's floral charm, and delve into Egmont Park's tales. Learn about the missing statue and the Church of Our Lady of Victories, unravel the significance of Egmont Palace, and enjoy city views at the tour's end, overlooking the Palace of Justice. Along the way, explore landmarks like the Parliament, Royal Park Theatre, Vaux Hall, and the Sablon historic district. Stroll through secret gardens at Egmont Park and savour the best beer gardens. Gain a deep appreciation for Brussels' historic core in this captivating tour.
Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too.
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Self Guided Audio Tour of Upper Brussels' Noble Beginnings
What's included in Self Guided Audio Tour of Upper Brussels' Noble Beginnings
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Start your journey outside Brussels' Parliament complex, the Palace of Nations. While not a designated stop, the Parliament's architectural significance and historical background set the stage for your exploration of the city's Upper Town.
Stroll through the Parc de Bruxelles, once the hunting grounds of nobility. While not a designated stop, this expansive park offers a serene backdrop, and you'll hear about its transformation from aristocratic grounds to public gardens.
Royal Palace (Palais Royal)Pass-by Only
Trace the outline of the Royal Palace, marveling at its grandeur from the outside. While not a designated stop, you'll learn about its history and the surrounding neighborhood's development.
Inclusions
- Lifetime access to this tour in English
- VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- Smartphone and headphones
- Transportation
- Food and drink
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Begin directly in front of the "Parc" metro station, with the entrance to your back. Stand within the enclosed area for the introduction, and move towards the crosswalk directly in front.
End Points
- The tour ends at the Palais de Justice.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── 1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: 2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app 3. Create an account 4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 5. Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones,
