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The most Spanish Brussels: from the Tercios to the 21st century

Duration: 1h and 30min
Languages: Spanish
Guru: Óscar
Registered on November 16, 2023

Hello! I'm Óscar, a translator from Almeria and from Murcia who has been living in Brussels for almost two years. If you want to discover the most Spanish and local side of this city, do not hesitate to contact me!

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  • No minimum number of attendees
    No minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

Chocolates, beers, waffles... It may be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about Brussels . Some will think of the Grande Place , the European Union or NATO, or you may come for the adventure and be open to anything.

However, in Brussels you will find much more than its delicious cuisine and panoramic streets. In fact, this city may be more familiar to you than you think.

If you are like me and love history, and in particular the history of Spain , then... this tour is for you!

The Spanish legacy and the Hispanic presence are little known, but they are very present in the city. If you dare to take this tour, we will not only visit the most iconic places in the city, but we will also explore the Spanish footprint that has marked the region since the times of the Tercios and the Duke of Alba .

We will immerse ourselves in the most beautiful square in the world, the Grande Place , and decipher its most Spanish facets ; we will follow in the footsteps of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza; We will visit an old building that still keeps its Hispanic name ; We will conquer the old Palace of Charles V and follow the route of the thirds in one of the neighborhoods with the greatest Hispanic presence, the Marolles neighborhood , to return to our favorite square and finish our adventure.

If you want to discover the most Spanish side of the city without missing the most iconic parts of Brussels (and if you want to receive a good recommendation for eating and drinking in Brussels like a local ) , do not hesitate to contact me. All the best!

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Rue de l'Amigo 1, 1000 Bruxelles, Bel...
    Rue de l'Amigo 1, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
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    Meet us behind the Grande Place, right in front of the "Hotel Amigo" a few steps from the square. I will carry an accreditation, a blue backpack and a reddish umbrella.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    grand place
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Hotel Amigo
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Place d'Espagne
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Palais du Coudenberg
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Place du Petit Sablon
  • 6
    Outside visit
    Palace of Justice in Brussels
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Marolles
  • 8
    Outside visit
    Église Notre-Dame de la Chapelle
  • 9
    Outside visit
    grand place

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

13 ratings
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4.92
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4.85
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4.92
Quality
4.92
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4.83
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Pietro 13 Mar 2024
Frosinone

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Travelled in couple - Mar 2024
Ragazzo molto preparato e appassionato di storia, il tour è stato coinvolgente perché ci ha permesso di scoprire alcuni lati meno conosciuti di Bruxelles e ha saputo raccontare la storia della città con grande capacità e semplicità. Approvato in pieno!
sarah 20 Feb 2024
Schaerbeek

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Travelled alone - Feb 2024
Oscar comunica muy bien. Muestra una parte interesante de Bruselas y establece vínculos históricos. ¡Recomiendo su tour! :D
Joana 18 Feb 2024
Bilbao

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Travelled in couple - Feb 2024
Óscar ha sido un gran guía, hemos sido los únicos en el tour y eso podria complicarlo más, pero se ha adaptado perfectamente. Mi pareja no conocía la ciudad y nos ha hecho tour perfecto, con información más allá de la temática del tour. Una persona cercana y accesible, con mucho conocimiento y, lo más importante, que sabe comunicar
Cristina 18 Feb 2024
Girona

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Travelled in couple - Feb 2024
Buen tour para conocer el paso de los españoles por Bruselas,Óscar lo hace muy interesante y ameno. Recomiendo.
Jhon 16 Feb 2024
London

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Travelled in couple - Feb 2024
Oscar ha hecho un tour muy ameno con muchos detalles que pueden pasar desapercibidos si vas por libre .Mucha información sobre el paso de los Españoles por Bélgica.
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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