We will begin our guided tour of Antwerp at the Grand Place, lined with elegant façades of historic buildings. We will then stop in front of the City Hall (exterior view), a remarkable building inspired by the Italian Renaissance, followed by the Cathedral (exterior view), a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. We will continue with a visit to the Red Star Line Museum, which retraces the epic story of the great wave of emigration to the United States between 1850 and 1930. Housed in the historic warehouses of the legendary shipping company, the museum tells the story of millions of Europeans brave enough – or desperate enough – to leave everything behind in the hope of a better life. These former warehouses provide a highly evocative setting that brings the stories of these travelers to life. Through personal stories, authentic artifacts and immersive exhibitions, visitors are invited to step back in time and follow the often difficult, yet hopeful journey of these migrants. Their dreams and aspirations come alive once more within this historic setting. The Red Star Line Museum thus offers a true journey into the past, while also encouraging a moving reflection on migration past and present.
PLEASE NOTE
- Times are approximate.
- The order of the visits can change.
We will begin our guided tour of Antwerp at the Grand Place, lined with elegant façades of historic buildings. We will then stop in front of the City Hall (exterior view), a remarkable building inspired by the Italian Renaissance, followed by the Cathedral (exterior view), a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. We will continue with a visit to the Red Star Line Museum, which retraces the epic story of the great wave of emigration to the United States between 1850 and 1930. Housed in the historic warehouses of the legendary shipping company, the museum tells the story of millions of Europeans brave enough – or desperate enough – to leave everything behind in the hope of a better life. These former warehouses provide a highly evocative setting that brings the stories of these travelers to life. Through personal stories, authentic artifacts and immersive exhibitions, visitors are invited to step back in time and follow the often difficult, yet hopeful journey of these migrants. Their dreams and aspirations come alive once more within this historic setting. The Red Star Line Museum thus offers a true journey into the past, while also encouraging a moving reflection on migration past and present.
PLEASE NOTE
- Times are approximate.
- The order of the visits can change.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
Stop in BRUSSELS – ANTWERP – GHENT – VEERE – DORDRECHT – BRUSSELS
From the Belgian capital to the famous Windmills of Kinderdijk, discover the beauty of northern European cities and the authenticity found within. A cultivated mix of architecture and local cuisine. Crisscross Brussels and its medieval Grand-Place, retrace the steps of immigrants embarking to the USA during the 19th and early 20th centuries at the Red Star Line Museum in Antwerp, and visit one of the best-kept secrets in that city—the magnificent Nottebohm Room. In Ghent, you'll come across amazing Flemish architecture revealing an unquestionable medieval heritage, and you won't escape without enjoying a local brew, if that's your style. Stroll the romantic streets of Bruges, taking in the fairytale-like atmosphere. Further along, learn about the years of engineering needed to complete the intriguing Delta Works. Lastly, visit one of the most iconic sites in Holland, the famous Windmills of Kinderdijk—a prime example of 1,000-year-old Dutch know-how.
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