Antwerp Food Walking Tour: 5 Tastings with Live Guide

Taste five Belgian classics while a guide tells the story of each one

A two-hour food walking tour in Antwerp led by a live English-speaking guide, with five tastings of Belgian fries, chocolate, cheese, waffles and beer at landmarks including the Grote Markt, Vleeshuis, Cathedral and Vlaeykensgang. The tour starts at the fountain of Brabo on the Grote Markt and ends at a local café near the starting point.

Step-by-step itinerary

Antwerp food walking tour with tastings

• Start at Grote Markt by Brabo fountain
• Hear story of Antwerp's name and enjoy surprise
• Walk through 16th-century alley and taste Belgian fries
• Visit old butchers' quarters for cheese and charcuterie tasting
• Taste Belgian chocolate near Cathedral of Our Lady
• Enjoy Belgian waffles with or without whipped cream
• Conclude at local café with specialty beer tasting

The Experience

The tour begins at the Grote Markt by the fountain of Brabo, where your guide shares how Antwerp got its name and hands you a classic souvenir to take home. From there you walk into a 16th-century alleyway to taste authentic Belgian fries—not French, but the real birthplace of the worldwide phenomenon. The route then moves toward the Vleeshuis, the old butchers' quarters, where you sample local cheese and charcuterie before heading to the Cathedral of Our Lady for a tasting of Belgian chocolate, the kind of praline Belgium is famous for worldwide.

The second half of the walk takes you through Vlaeykensgang and Groenplaats, where you try Belgian waffles served with or without whipped cream, depending on what you prefer. The tour wraps up at a local café near the Grote Markt, where you finish with a glass of De Koninck, a local specialty beer from the famous brewery. All five tastings are included, and your guide provides stories and context about each stop along the way.

The whole experience runs two hours, which keeps the pace relaxed enough to absorb the neighborhood while you move between tastings. The guide speaks English and leads the group through the city's culinary landmarks, so you get both the food and the history without having to plan the route yourself.

What’s included

• Live English-speaking guide.
• five tastings of Belgian fries, cheese, charcuterie, chocolate, waffles and De Koninck beer.
• a classic Antwerp souvenir at the start.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Best Antwerp Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you prefer a guided route through narrow medieval streets with set tasting stops, rather than navigating cafés on your own.

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Top questions

What exactly are the five tastings on this Antwerp food tour?

The five tastings are Belgian fries, local cheese and charcuterie from the Vleeshuis, Belgian chocolate by the Cathedral, Belgian waffles, and De Koninck beer at a local café. The exact combination may vary depending on availability, but these are the core tastings included.

Where does the Antwerp food tour start and end?

The tour starts at the Grote Markt by the fountain of Brabo and ends at a local café conveniently located near the starting point, so you finish close to where you began.

Is this tour suitable for someone who doesn't eat meat?

The tour is not recommended for vegans, as several of the tastings include meat or animal products—the charcuterie, cheese, and waffles with whipped cream are part of the standard experience.

How long does the Antwerp food walking tour take?

The tour runs for two hours, which includes all five tastings and the walking between the Grote Markt, Vleeshuis, Cathedral, Vlaeykensgang and Groenplaats.

Can children join this food tour in Antwerp?

Yes, infants and small children can join in a pram or stroller, and the tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. Alcoholic beverages like the De Koninck beer are not served to anyone under 18.