Antwerp: Guided Bike Tour of City Highlights & MAS Museum

Summary

Cycle past Antwerp’s icons, from old port to cathedral squares

You’ll ride through Antwerp’s lively streets with a local guide, pausing at landmarks like Central Station, the Cathedral of Our Lady, Het Steen Castle, and the MAS museum in the old port. Expect real stories, unexpected laughs, and small sensory moments—a taste of city life on two wheels.

What’s the experience like?

“If you want to know why we call this station our railway cathedral, just look up,” our guide Bram said as we wheeled our bikes under the glass dome of Antwerp Central Station. I’d seen photos but standing there, with the echo of footsteps and that faint coffee smell from somewhere behind us, it felt bigger—almost too grand for trains. Bram grinned at my wide-eyed stare and told us how locals sometimes meet here just to people-watch or escape the rain (which, honestly, I get now).

The city unfolded in quick little bursts after that—cobblestones under my tires, a sudden whiff of waffles from a street cart near the Cathedral of Our Lady (I almost crashed trying to look and smell at once), and Bram pointing out tiny details I’d never have noticed alone. He joked about the statues (“That one’s supposed to be Rubens but looks more like my uncle after a night out”), and waved at two old women sitting on a bench who waved right back. The day was cool but not cold; my hands warmed up as we pedaled faster toward Het Steen by the river.

I didn’t expect to like the old port so much. The MAS museum looks kind of odd at first—red stone blocks stacked with wavy glass—but when Bram explained how it echoed the warehouses around us, it made sense. We stopped for a minute just to watch barges sliding past and listen to gulls fighting over something invisible. There’s this salty tang in the air near Het Eilandje that makes you feel closer to the sea than you really are. I still think about that view from beside MAS, all those new apartments mixed with old cranes—something about it felt honest.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Antwerp's main highlights by bike

• Visit Antwerp Central Station
• See Cathedral of Our Lady exterior
• View Het Steen castle and river
• Pass by MAS museum in Old Port

Top questions

How long is the guided bike tour in Antwerp?

The guided bike tour lasts approximately 2 hours.

Which attractions are included on this Antwerp bike tour?

The tour includes stops at Central Station, Cathedral of Our Lady (outside), Het Steen Castle, and MAS Museum in Het Eilandje.

Is lunch included during the Antwerp highlights bike tour?

No, lunch is not included on this tour.

Are bicycles provided for this Antwerp city tour?

Yes, use of a high-quality bicycle is included in your booking.

Is this bike tour suitable for children?

Yes, children can join if accompanied by an adult; specialized infant seats are available.

Does this Antwerp bike tour include hotel pickup?

No hotel pickup is provided; you meet at the starting point in Antwerp.

Will we go inside any museums or churches during this tour?

No entry inside; you’ll see attractions like Cathedral of Our Lady from outside while learning their stories.

What’s included

Your day includes use of a quality bicycle and guidance from an experienced local storyteller who leads you through central Antwerp’s highlights—the Central Station, Cathedral square (from outside), Het Steen Castle by the riverbank, and MAS Museum in Het Eilandje—with all local taxes covered so you can just show up and ride along.