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600 Years of History and Heritage: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Leuven

Description

Are you looking for a way to see Leuven without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable audio tour. • Find the beating heart of Leuven on this attraction-packed tour from the Stadhuis, or town hall, to the city’s studious ethos, as represented by the statue of Fonske • Hear from producer Denzil Walton, a passionate local guide • Do it all in an hour or take your time, with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Highlights

  • Architecture Tours
  • Walking Tours
  • Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
  • Historical Tours
  • Short term availability
  • Cultural Tours
  • Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
  • Private and Luxury
  • Private Sightseeing Tours
  • Audio Guides

What makes this experience special

Audio guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Not included

  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Tour the center of Leuven, in Belgium.

    Tour the center of Leuven, in Belgium.

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  2. 2

    Leuven is the capital of Flemish Brabant province.

    Leuven is the capital of Flemish Brabant province.

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  3. 3

    Walk the Leuven city center with this self-guided audio tour

    Walk the Leuven city center with this self-guided audio tour

    Pass by, no stop
  4. 4

    Begin your tour in the central market square of Leuven.

    Begin your tour in the central market square of Leuven.

    Pass by, no stop
  5. 5

    Hear about the hall's construction and statues as you gaze u

    Hear about the hall's construction and statues as you gaze up at it.

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  6. 6

    Hear about the church-site's resilient history of destructio

    Hear about the church-site's resilient history of destruction and reconstruction.

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  7. 7

    Stop outside the Catholic University of Leuven to hear its h

    Stop outside the Catholic University of Leuven to hear its history.

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  8. 8

    Here about the university's link to the Oude Markt's history

    Here about the university's link to the Oude Markt's history.

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  9. 9

    Walk down one of the oldest streets in Leuven while I tell y

    Walk down one of the oldest streets in Leuven while I tell you about it's distant story and immediate attractions.

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  10. 10

    Pass by without stopping, unless you need some refreshment a

    Pass by without stopping, unless you need some refreshment at the many food and beverage vendors.

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  11. 11

    Walk through and hear how this square competes with its sist

    Walk through and hear how this square competes with its sister, the Grote Markt, for the title of Leuven’s most famous square.

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  12. 12

    Stop past to greet this famous Leuven resident.

    Stop past to greet this famous Leuven resident.

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  13. 13

    Stop past the "longest bar in Europe".

    Stop past the "longest bar in Europe".

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  14. 14

    See the Holy Trinity College Preparatory School on the Old M

    See the Holy Trinity College Preparatory School on the Old Market square.

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  15. 15

    Hear about Leuven's recent celebrities as you walk down this

    Hear about Leuven's recent celebrities as you walk down this street.

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  16. 16

    Stop by the square to visit Saint Anthony's Chapel.

    Stop by the square to visit Saint Anthony's Chapel.

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  17. 17

    Stop in the visit the grave of Father Damien.

    Stop in the visit the grave of Father Damien.

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  18. 18

    Walk up the "mountainous" incline of Sint-Antoniusberg stree

    Walk up the "mountainous" incline of Sint-Antoniusberg street.

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  19. 19

    Hear the history of the church as you marvel at its impressi

    Hear the history of the church as you marvel at its impressive façade.

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  20. 20

    Walk along the street to see the Hotel De Pastorij followed

    Walk along the street to see the Hotel De Pastorij followed by the Faculty of Theology.

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  21. 21

    Stop at this square so I can tell you where to find a good b

    Stop at this square so I can tell you where to find a good bite to eat.

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  22. 22

    Stand at the college entrance while I share some papal histo

    Stand at the college entrance while I share some papal history.

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  23. 23

    Let me introduce you to this culinary center of Leuven.

    Let me introduce you to this culinary center of Leuven.

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  24. 24

    As I introduce you to this quaint brewery's history, I'll te

    As I introduce you to this quaint brewery's history, I'll tell you about the delicious beer they've been homebrewing inside since 1985.

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  25. 25

    Stop a while for me to tell you about the extensive collecti

    Stop a while for me to tell you about the extensive collection housed inside this exquisite building.

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  26. 26

    I'll show your round the largest square in Leuven and tell y

    I'll show your round the largest square in Leuven and tell you how it got its name.

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  27. 27

    Let me tell you about the Beetle totem's link to the library

    Let me tell you about the Beetle totem's link to the library in Ladeuzeplein.

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  28. 28

    As you wonder at this impressive building I'll tell you it's

    As you wonder at this impressive building I'll tell you it's short history of only 100 years.

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  29. 29

    Let me introduce you to one of the main shopping areas in Le

    Let me introduce you to one of the main shopping areas in Leuven.

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  30. 30

    As you walk past it, I'll point out this theatre that dates

    As you walk past it, I'll point out this theatre that dates from the 1800s.

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  31. 31

    We'll end back in the square where we started, the Rector de

    We'll end back in the square where we started, the Rector de Somerplein.

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  32. 32

    The last thing we'll do on our tour is say hello to Fonske,

    The last thing we'll do on our tour is say hello to Fonske, a statue dedicated to enlightenment.

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Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

Useful information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • The tour ends at the Fonske fountain.

Cancellation policy

  • More than 0 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Adulto6-99 anni
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