Private Walking and History Tour in Tournai

Name: Private Walking and History Tour in Tournai
Brand: Viator
Price: 550 USD
Availability: InStock

3 hoursGerman, English, French, DutchBook 1 day aheadYpres, Belgium

From

$550

This private, fully customizable walking tour lets you experience the historical heart of Tournai exactly the way you want to. You can choose to focus on UNESCO World Heritage sites, medieval architecture, or hidden cobblestone alleys while your expert guide adapts the route to your interests.

Choose your route: Focus on medieval military history, religious architecture, or local civic folklore. Pick your duration: Enjoy a flexible experience lasting anywhere from 2 to 4 hours. Select your stops: Decide how much time to spend at iconic sites like the Belfry or the Cathedral. Set your pace: Pause for photos, linger at historic sites, or move briskly through the city.

Please note that the itinerary below outlines potential options; your actual route and stops may vary based on your personal selections on the day.

Included

Private Local Guide
Entrance Fees to all Sites
Fully Flexible and Customizable Itinerary

Not included

Private transportation

What you'll do

Stop 1
Option A: Grand Place Overview — Explore the unique triangular main square, admire the reconstructed guild houses, and learn about the city's rich trading history.
30 min
The Belfry of Tournai
Grand-Place, Tournai, Belgium
Option B: The Belfry of Tournai — Focus on the oldest belfry in Belgium (a UNESCO World Heritage site), discussing its medieval civic importance, its bells, and its striking architecture.
30 min
Stop 2
Option A: Notre-Dame Cathedral Details — Walk around the spectacular exterior of this UNESCO-listed cathedral, marveling at its five iconic towers and the seamless transition from Romanesque to Gothic architecture.
30 min
Option B: Saint-Quentin Church & Old Streets — Discover the beautiful Romanesque
Church of Saint-Quentin and wander the surrounding medieval cobblestone streets to get a feel for everyday historic Tournai.
30 min
Stop 3
Option A: Pont des Trous & River Escaut — Walk down to the riverbanks to see the remnants of the medieval military bridge and discuss how Tournai's defensive walls protected the city during sieges.
30 min
Option B: Red Fort Tower & Ancient Ramparts — Explore the lesser-known surviving
sections of the city's old fortifications, including the Red Fort Tower, while learning about the city's ancient borders.
30 min