Free walking tours in Mechelen and what to see
Free walking tours (you tip what you think it was worth at the end), guided visits, night tours, tickets and day trips in Mechelen. You book them on Civitatis, with free cancellation on most.
What to see in Mechelen
Must-sees
Mechelen was capital of the Low Countries under Margaret of Austria. The tower of St Rumbold’s Cathedral, which you can climb, looks down on a quiet main square. There are two beguinages, a tapestry workshop and a walk along the River Dijle.
Free tours and guided visits
In Mechelen you can book private visits with a guide. The town is twenty minutes by train from Brussels and Antwerp, and is easily seen on a trip from either.
How long to spend
Half a day is enough for the centre and the tower. With a full day there is time for the beguinages and the Kazerne Dossin memorial.
Where to stay
Hotels in the centre are cheaper than in Brussels or Antwerp and a good base for visiting both.
Where to stay in Mechelen
The areas we cover in our guide to where to stay: Centre and Along the Dijle. See the areas guide and the best-rated hotels in Mechelen
Frequently asked questions about free walking tours in Mechelen
Is there a free walking tour in Mechelen?
In Mechelen you can book private visits with a guide. The town is twenty minutes by train from Brussels and Antwerp, and is easily seen on a trip from either.
How much time do you need to see Mechelen?
Half a day is enough for the centre and the tower. With a full day there is time for the beguinages and the Kazerne Dossin memorial.
Where should I stay in Mechelen?
It depends on your trip. In our guide to the areas of Mechelen we cover Centre and Along the Dijle.