Art Nouveau's Sublime Capital: An Audio Tour in Brussels

1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

The Quartier du Châtelain district is an architectural treasure worth finding, far from Brussels’ tourist-packed city center. On this walking tour through the quaint neighborhood’s streets, you’ll see the revolutionary Art Nouveau style that emerged here in the 1890s, transforming the cityscape with buildings that curved and twisted like exotic plants.

Starting at the Louise Tower, you’ll weave your way past several of these exceptionally designed dwellings. You’ll discover how Brussels has meticulously restored architectural masterpieces like the stunning Maison Roosenboom, where you’ll see an example of a sgraffito mural.

As you make your way to Musée Horta, which celebrates the famous architect, I’ll share the little-known history of the city’s townhouses. You’ll pass one of Chaussée de Charleroi’s tram shelters and hear about attempts to brand Brussels ‘the capital of Art Nouveau’ en route to Hôtel Solvay, where the tour ends.

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Transportation
Food and Drink

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour starts at Tower Louise. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

This self-guided audio tour ends outside the Hôtel Solvay.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    On this self-guided audio tour, you'll see the over 100-year-old Maison Hankar and Hôtel Tassel, the world’s first Art Nouveau house.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this audio tour, you'll have a chance to explore the spectacular La Patinoire Royale, an abandoned car showroom turned art gallery.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

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    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this tour, you'll learn about Paul Otlet’s proto-internet invention from the 1900s at Hôtel Otlet, where the father of information science once lived.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll discover how Brussels has meticulously restored architectural masterpieces like the stunning Maison Roosenboom, where you’ll see an example of a sgraffito mural.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this audio tour, you'll have a chance to enjoy refreshments at charming local spots like Jat’ Café, Jackie, Hinterland, the Portuguese cake shop Forcado Pastelaria, and the sophisticated Oeno TK wine bar.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this audio tour, you'll have a chance to enjoy refreshments at charming local spots like Jat’ Café, Jackie, Hinterland, the Portuguese cake shop Forcado Pastelaria, and the sophisticated Oeno TK wine bar.

    Admission ticket free
  • Horta Museum (Musee Horta) (Pass by)

    As you make your way to Musée Horta, which celebrates the famous architect, I’ll share the little-known history of the city’s townhouses.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this tour, you'll pass by the beautiful church and hear its history while you walk.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    On this tour, you'll stroll through Place du Chatelain in the Quartier du Châtelain. The district is an architectural treasure worth finding, far from Brussels’ tourist-packed city center.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll pass one of Chaussée de Charleroi’s tram shelters and hear about attempts to brand Brussels ‘the capital of Art Nouveau’ en route to Hôtel Solvay, where the tour ends.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Architecture Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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