What to do and see in Leuven, Flanders: The Best Sightseeing Tours

June 6, 2021 Toi Mattera

The old Burgundian university town of Leuven offers a range of adventures for overnight visitors or day-trippers from Bruges and Brussels. Tourists will find everything from gastronomic tours to architectural gems like the Gothic Town Hall. Nature lovers won’t be disappointed. The Kruidtuin Botanical Garden’s herbal gardens are the oldest in Belgium, and Heverleebos, a “city wood,” offers a respite for urban dwellers. The exploring is easy in Leuven, on foot or on one of the ubiquitous bikes.
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1. Bright Brussels Highlights BikeTour ENGLISH

Boulevard Adolphe Max 3, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium Cities By Bike
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See more in 3,5 hours by bike than in 3 days on foot! No boring explication - fun facts - short stops - pleasure and experience. See the 10 different views of Brussels just like your are visiting 10 different cities ;-)

Inclusions: Use of bicycle, Snacks, Bottled water

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Reviewed By 365fransv

We had a lovely cycling tour last sunday. Leuven has a lot to offer and Robin clearly loves his city. Very well spend afternoon and I can highly reccomand it.

2. Private 6-hour Tour to Leuven from Brussels with driver and guide (in Leuven)

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Leuven is a city east of Brussels, Belgium, known for its breweries. On a central square is the 15th-century town hall, with its tall spires. The building is decorated with hundreds of statues of local figures, biblical characters and saints. Opposite, the late Gothic St. Peter’s Church houses a “Last Supper” by the Flemish Primitive painter Dieric Bouts. Nearby, Oude Markt is a long square lined with bars and cafes.

Inclusions: Private vehicle with chauffeur for 6 hours, Private offcial tour guide for 2 hours in Leuven, Private tour, Taxes

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Food and drinks

3. Old Historical Flemish Towns Surrounding Brussels

Brussels, Belgium Mike Eyns Tours

No visit to Brussels could be complete without taking some time out to tour a few of charming historical Flemish villages. Away from the typical tourist routes, these enchanting towns give you a chance to really immerse yourself in history and legend as you enjoy a private guided tour to three nearby locations: Leuven, Mechelen and Lier. A private tour of these historical Flemish towns is a pleasant excursion that everyone who participates also enjoys. The tour begins with a visit to the town of Leuven and its magnificent Town Hall, an elaborate Gothic structure that dominates the Grote Market. Next stop is picturesque Mechelen, where we'll take a guided walking tour to see fairy tale palaces and intriguing public buildings. Lier is the final town on the itinerary for your private tour of historical Flemish towns. This intriguing walled village boasts magnificent construction, most notably its spectacular Town Hall adjoining a 14th century Gothic medieval siege tower.

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Reviewed By jimsZ2896HZ

Thankfully, the battlefield is largely as it appeared in 1815. Rolling hills, farm fields, the wooded and walled Hougoumont (well-restored) and la Haye Saint (not so much). Still, the vibe and the atmosphere is evocative of the crucial Napoleonic struggle that took place here. The museum is excellent. Creative displays, lots of artifacts. The great Lions mound is a bit of a distraction. But it does afford spectacular views of the entire battlefield. Two downsides: the busy road that runs right through the field, north to south, is a little offputting. And Napoleon’s command position was overgrown with shrubs when I was there.

4. Private Architectural Tour of Brussels

Godiva Grand Place, Grand Place 21/22, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium Gamaal El Attar

​This tour is the unique experience of exploring the architecture of Brussels by a local architect. Jamal will lead your way through over 500 years of architectural styles, history, art, and legends. We will discover the sophisticating of Brussels since it was the capital of the Spanish Netherlands til it became the Capital of Europe. The influences of architecture from the Netherlands, Spain, and France will be pointed out, and stories behind the styles changes will be told. By the end of the day, your eyes will catch and explore details that you never noticed before, even back in your home town.

Inclusions: Tour Guide

Exclusions: Dinner

Reviewed By Rah6665f

He is a harraser!!!!!!!!! Please be careful. He harassed someone I know, denied it, gathered his friends to victim blame on Club house in front of 100s of people. Completely ridiculous and really scary

5. Leuven from Brussels

Belluga Restaurant, Rue du Marché Aux Herbes 82, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium Brussels City Tours

Medieval Leuven: a fairy tale city, so trendy, young and smart. Leuven is one of the oldest university cities in Europe where brilliant minds and international researchers feel at home. The city should absolutely be in your bucketlist as it is full to the brim with things to see and to experience. Close to Brussels it is a fascinating truly medieval city with stately university buildings dotted throughout the centre, But… its definitely the many students that bring the city alive 24/24 and 7/7.

Inclusions: Professional multilingual guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pick up + drop off, Food and drinks

Reviewed By JammieMY

A couple of lovely towns, full of history, culture, and architecture. If you're fascinated by architecture, then you'll be more than happy with your visit. And the staff of this particular tour makes your trip even more pleasant.

6. Discover Belgium in Three Days - 1 Brussels Coach Tour For Free

Rue du Marché Aux Herbes 82, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium Brussels City Tours

Discover Belgium's most popular cities in three days! Buy this and you get a City Tour of Brussels Coach Tour for free. Ghent and Bruges Discover Flanders’ two most enchanting cities and follow your guide on his walking tour way back in time! Leuven Medieval Leuven: a fairy tale city, so trendy, young and smart. Leuven is one of the oldest university cities in Europe where brilliant minds and international researchers feel at home. The city should absolutely be in your bucketlist as it is full to the brim with things to see and to experience. Antwerp Antwerp has it all! It is not only the city of the famous painter Rubens. It is also the global capital of diamond trade and it is home to the most beautiful railway station in the world.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional multilingual guide, Entrance Cathedral in Antwerp

Exclusions: Hotel Pick up and Drop off, Food and drinks

Reviewed By JammieMY

A couple of lovely towns, full of history, culture, and architecture. If you're fascinated by architecture, then you'll be more than happy with your visit. And the staff of this particular tour makes your trip even more pleasant.

7. Private 8-hour excursion to Mechelen and Leuven from Brussels with Hotel Pick Up

Brussels, Belgium Tour Travel & More Belgium

Leuven is a city east of Brussels, Belgium, known for its breweries. On a central square is the 15th-century town hall, with its tall spires. The building is decorated with hundreds of statues of local figures, biblical characters and saints. Opposite, the late Gothic St. Peter’s Church houses a “Last Supper” by the Flemish Primitive painter Dieric Bouts. Nearby, Oude Markt is a long square lined with bars and cafes. Mechelen is a city between Brussels and Antwerp in northern Belgium. Inside the 13th-century St. Rumbold’s Cathedral is an imposing altar and a work by Flemish artist Anthony van Dyck. The attached St. Rumbold’s Tower offers 360-degree views of the city. Deportees to WWII concentration camps were held at Kazerne Dossin military barracks, where a museum and memorial commemorate the Jews and Gypsies who passed through.

Inclusions: Private vehicle with chauffeur 8 hours, Private official tour guide for 8 hours, Private tour, Taxes, Pick up and drop off in your hotel or place of choice in Brussels

Exclusions: Entrance fees, Food and drinks

Reviewed By Tasty_Tipper

It was a great day to visit the city since there was not so many people in the city - the architecture in this student city is very gothic and intense. This was a day trip and I hope to visit again some day to take more stunning architecture photos.

8. Private Tour - Leuven from Brussels

Rue du Marché Aux Herbes 82, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium Brussels City Tours

Exploring Brussels and the Belgian cities of art on your own is fabulous, no doubt about it. But private, customized tours offer ease, efficiency, and insight that you might otherwise miss. This is a private tour/activity. So only your group or family participates.You view the main tourist sites you want to see and discover the areas, locations and walks most tourists don't know about. Below you find the standard itinerary of our tour. As a guest on a private tour you can ask us to personalize your route in order to hit those city highlights which are of keen interest to you. Medieval Leuven: a fairy tale city, so trendy, young and smart. Leuven is one of the oldest university cities in Europe where brilliant minds and international researchers feel at home. Close to Brussels, Leuven is a fascinating medieval city with stately university buildings dotted throughout the center, But, it’s definitely the many students that bring the city alive 24/7.

Inclusions: Professional multilingual guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By JammieMY

A couple of lovely towns, full of history, culture, and architecture. If you're fascinated by architecture, then you'll be more than happy with your visit. And the staff of this particular tour makes your trip even more pleasant.

9. Magic Christmas tour in Leuven

Historical Leuven Town hall, Grote Markt 9, 3000 Leuven, Belgium Fun Top Fun Belgium

- The exclusive tour only in the Christmas period! This special times brings magic in Leuven. Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most beautifully decorated places in Leuven. 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 Leuven. 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 Leuven.

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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

10. The best of Leuven walking tour

Arenberg Castle, Kardinaal Mercierlaan 94, 3001 Leuven, Belgium Fun Top Fun Belgium

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will see Stadhuis most iconic building in Leuven. You will have a chance to explore the city, while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Did you know that Belgium’s biggest university is in Leuven? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings and corners of Leuven. 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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