Things to do in Mons, Wallonia: The Best Tours

February 21, 2022 Kandra Bartel

Located 35 miles south of Brussels, military buffs will find a rich history in Mons, the capital of the Province of Hainaut. British and German troops occupied Mons in 1914 during World War I, yet the city also has ruins dating back to the ancient Romans. Must-sees in Mons, include its Gothic style townhall; The Belfry, a World Heritage UNESCO site; The Collegiate Church of Sainte-Waudru, and the Decorative Arts Museum François Duesberg with its unique and prestigious clock collection. Van Gogh even lived in Mons for a time, and Van Gogh’s house is preserved and open to the public.
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1. Urban Track Game to Discover Mons Rise of the Dead

Square Franklin Delano Roosevelt, 7000 Mons, Belgium Coddy
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Want to spend a fun and nice time with family or friends? Going out and discovering a city while playing? Play an Urban Escape Game: walk around and let yourself be guided by the mobile application which will lead you to the different points of interest where you will have to solve puzzles and / or carry out missions! In a team of up to 6 people, you will only need your smartphone to embark on the adventure. Explore differently: play an urban Escape Game!

Inclusions: 24/7 online support, 25 - 30 missions, A private walking tour without human contact.

Exclusions: Pick up and drop off at the hotel

Reviewed By Sandra K

This game was HORRIBLE and I mean HORRIBLE ! 1- We didn’t understand how to start 2- It was raining (I know it’s not your fault but still not enjoyable) 3- Very complicated and not educational 4- Did I say it was raining ? 5- We had to walk a lot and I am a disabled person not handicapped friendly !!! I am very disappointed. 6- First game was in Latin not everyone can go to school and learn Latin. 7- It was very expensive I want my money back. 8- It is not an escape game but a treasure hunt we were misinformed ! Tips to improve: 1- music or a more interactive platform 2- reduce the price 3- make it more simple I think you will do well if you revise the game a little bit.

2. Mons, walled city

Origines - visites mémorielles

This private course will make you discover different traces of the military past of the city of Mons. It includes visits to the Belfry and the Mons Memorial Museum. Your guide is a historian specializing in the military history of the region. Originally from Mons, he will introduce you to the local culture.

Inclusions: A small tasting of regional products is planned during the visit., Entrances to the Mons Memorial Museum and Belfry are included in the price.

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3. The "Pocket of Mons" - 1944

Origines - visites mémorielles

In September 1944, the city of Mons is the first Belgian city to be liberated by the Allies. American troops will put 30,000 German soldiers out of harm's way, at what the BBC called "La Poche de Mons". This exclusive private course will make you discover the Mons Memorial Museum and the historic center of the city of Mons. One of your ancestors lived the war in Mons? We organize a totally personalized course.

Inclusions: A small tasting of regional products is planned during each visit., Entrance to the museum included in the price.

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4. Mons: the Great War from beginning to end

Origines - visites mémorielles

Origines offers you to discover the places of memory of the Mons region during exclusive private tours. The circuit "Mons: The Great War from beginning to end" makes you discover a dozen sites in the countryside of Mons and in the historic center of the city. You will be accompanied by a professional guide, graduate historian specializing in the history of the Great War. Enjoy your visit to discover also the local culture. One of your ancestors lived the war in Mons? We organize a totally personalized course.

Inclusions: A small tasting of regional products is planned during the visit., Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water

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5. Visit of Saint-Symphorien Military Cemetery

St Symphorien military cemetery, Rue Nestor Dehon 32, 7030 Mons, Belgium Origines - visites mémorielles

A graduate historian, specialist in the history of the Great War, you discover this unique place where lie German and British soldiers side by side. This cemetery with its harmonious landscape architecture is particularly peculiar because it houses the graves of John Parr and George Ellison, the first and last British soldier killed during the First World War. George Price, a Canadian soldier who is considered the last fallen military casualty during the conflict, is also buried there. Discover other moving anecdotes during your visit to this singular place of memory: a peaceful place steeped in history.

Inclusions: Bottled water

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6. Airport, train station, business and VIP shuttles

Mons, Belgium Ma Navette

I cover a very large region comprising several countries: Belgium: Charleroi, Mons, La Louvière, Namur, Liège, Brussels, Antwerp or even Ostend; From Belgium to the airports and stations of: (Kilometric rates) France: Lille, Paris (Beauvais, Charles De Gaules and Orly), Germany, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt; Luxembourg: Findel; Netherlands: Amsterdam Schiphol, Rotterdam, Eindhoven, Maastricht. You can count on my shuttle service to the airport and train station. Whatever your request, I provide timely, secure and efficient support, with all my attention, my punctuality, my seriousness and my professionalism, my empathy, my commercial sense or my friendliness

Inclusions: Gratuities, Parking Fees

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Dinner

7. Duo Heritage Pass

Pass Patrimoine

A unique Heritage Pass to discover France and Belgium through more than 400 monuments for a year. From Brittany to Burgundy, from Wallonia to Occitania, hundreds of castles, museums, abbeys, park and gardens open their doors to you. The Duo Heritage Pass is valid by name for one person plus one guest of their choice. The Heritage Pass allows you to book free of charge your entries to partner monuments for one year. The activation period is three months from the date of purchase. Beyond this period it is still possible to activate the Heritage Pass but the period of validity will be started. For the guide and the languages, each of the 400 partner monuments has its own rules.

Inclusions: The entrance fee to each partner monument

Exclusions: Parking Fees, Gratuities

8. Magic Christmas tour in Mons

Saint Waltrude Collegiate Church, Place du Chapitre, 7000 Mons, Belgium Fun Top Fun Belgium

The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special times brings magic in Mons. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Mons. You will feel spellbound with the charming atmosphere, which you can feel only this time of the year! What is the story of the Christmas tree? Who was the first to decorate it in the world? What magical things can happen during the Christmas period? Have you heard about Christmas spells? You will hear miraculous Christmas legends about Mons. You will visit the Christmas market. What makes it so popular? What local products must taste at Christmas? Fill your heart with the joy and experience magic of Mons.

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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Reviewed By BOBBYKOLLAM

Very confusing title....Brussels city tour by car.....That means we have to bring our own car..They provide only guide...Just for the guide we have to pay this much amount....Please don’t choose this tour

9. Solo Heritage Pass

Paris, France Pass Patrimoine

A unique Heritage Pass to discover France and Belgium through more than 400 monuments for a year. From Brittany to Burgundy, from Wallonia to Occitania, hundreds of castles, museums, abbeys, park and gardens open their doors to you. The Solo Heritage Pass is valid by name for one person only. It is strictly personal and non-transferable once activated. The Heritage Pass allows you to book free of charge entries to partner monuments for one year. The activation period is three months from the date of purchase. Beyond this period it is still possible to activate the Heritage Pass but the period of validity will be started. For the guide and the languages, each of the 400 partner monuments has its own rules.

Inclusions: The entrance fee to each partner monument

Exclusions: Gratuities, Parking Fees

10. The best of Mons walking tour

Saint Waltrude Collegiate Church, Place du Chapitre, 7000 Mons, Belgium Fun Top Fun Belgium

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. What does au Blan Levrie's facade show? You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Did you know that the center consists mainly of red brick houses?. You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Mons. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

Inclusions: Local Professional Guide

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Reviewed By BOBBYKOLLAM

Very confusing title....Brussels city tour by car.....That means we have to bring our own car..They provide only guide...Just for the guide we have to pay this much amount....Please don’t choose this tour

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