THE BEST 10 Belgium Historical Tours in 2026 (Prices from $2)

Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure through the heart of Antwerp! Dive into the mesmerizing old town, where enchanting architecture awaits at every turn. Be amazed by iconic sights like the majestic city hall, the awe-inspiring cathedral, and the vibrant Grote Markt. Embark on a thrilling exploration of Antwerp's cobblestone streets and expansive squares, basking in the glory of historic buildings and the city’s rich medieval legacy. Uncover tales of Spanish rulers, and medieval marvels, along with Antwerp's pivotal role in Belgium's vibrant history. But that's not all! Your journey is peppered with insider knowledge from an Antwerpian local guide, with years of experience in AirBnB hosting and guiding. Get the scoop on authentic Antwerpian experiences, find the culinary hotspots, learn the local secrets, and navigate the city like a true insider. This tour is a treasure trove of history, local lore, and cultural insights, all wrapped up in a fun, free walking experience.

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Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(440)

from $4

Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(2,123)

from $4

Join our evening tour of Ghent and discover the fascinating history, myths and legends of our city with an experienced and passionate local guide. We take you off the beaten track to show you some highlights and hidden gems of our gorgeous city. After 1.5h we will finish the tour in the medieval quarter of Gent, very close to the city center, with a deeper understanding of Gent and perhaps some new friends! If you cannot make it to the tour for whatever reason, please notify us, so we can open your slot to other visitors. Thank you and enjoy the tour! IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips, so please bring cash to reward the guide. The charged fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform.

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Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(878)

from $4

The beautiful city of Antwerp is home to medieval guild houses, baroque churches, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and atmospheric squares. Instead of studying a map, this tour is a shortcut to discovering the city’s top landmarks and the hidden stories behind them. Along the way, stroll past the former home of painter Rubens, see a place nicknamed the ‘world’s first Wall Street’, and discover the city’s best preserved medieval alleyway.

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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the best of Bruges—and immerse yourself in the city’s centuries of history—on this walking tour. Choose from English, French, or Spanish in-person tours, meet your guide in the city center, and set off on foot. As you discover local landmarks like the Belfort, Gruuthusemuseum, the Church of Our Lady, and the city’s picturesque canals, you’ll learn the stories behind the sights.

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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(2,860)

from $4

We don't offer ordinary tours. Passionate local storytellers will use stories to make history come to life to give you a good insight into how life must have been in medieval Bruges. There's no set route. All of the storytellers have their own personal highlights for you and will adapt those to the group. So the more questions and input you give them, the better your experience will get.

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THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(1,113)

from $4

The Most Complete Tour Of Brussels

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(1,364)

from $4

Discover the gorgeous city of Gent with this tour. Led by a professional, local guide, go on a journey through Gent's past and hidden gems. Start at St Michael's Bridge to learn about the city's role in medieval trading. Transition into the city center at Graslei and Korenlei and explore the area that once functioned as the city's port. Enjoy street art in the specified Werregarenstraat area.

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Private Historical Tour: The Best of Ghent

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.8

(139)

from $103

Price varies by group size

Private Historical Tour: The Highlights of Bruges

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(345)

from $97

Price varies by group size

Guided boat trip and walk

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(878)

from $52

The Battle of the Bulge Experience - A day tour from Brussels

Come join me on a tour of the glorious history of the American army. The Ardennes offensive of Winter 1944, and the famous battle of the Bulge. This interactive tour tells the big stories of battle, tactics, and commanders and the small ones of the soldiers, their daily routine, their fear, freezing cold in the foxholes, and wet nights in the trenches. Travelers often customize these tour locations, adding battle sites of their past relatives who fought in the Ardennes offensive. If you have any questions or comments about this tour, do not hesitate to contact me, also on FB

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The Battle of the Bulge Experience - A day tour from Brussels

12 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(39)

from $1,293

Per group

40-Minute Guided boat trip in medieval Ghent

40 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(414)

from $12

Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(1,388)

from $41

Guided Walking Tour of Bruges with Canal Cruise and Tastings

Explore the enchanting city of Bruges with a two-hour guided walking tour that reveals the hidden gems and rich history of this medieval marvel. Stroll through picturesque streets, discover the best spots for chocolate, fries, and waffles, and visit iconic breweries. Treat your taste buds with a chocolate tasting from a renowned local chocolatier. After the walk, embark on a scenic 35-minute boat cruise along the Bruges Canals, where reserved seating ensures a comfortable experience. At the end, enjoy over 60 curated recommendations for dining and attractions in Bruges, making your visit unforgettable. - Two-hour guided walking tour focusing on Bruges' history and hidden corners - Chocolate tasting included from a top chocolatier - Scenic 35-minute canal cruise with reserved seating - Receive a QR code with over 60 local recommendations for dining and attractions

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Guided Walking Tour of Bruges with Canal Cruise and Tastings

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(30)

from $45

Immerse yourself in the medieval majesty and rich historical heritage of Ghent and Bruges on a full-day trip from Brussels. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, marvel at the UNESCO-listed city of Ghent as you visit legendary landmarks like the Castle of the Counts, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, and the picturesque old port. Then, travel through the verdant Belgian countryside to Bruges in order to witness the architectural beauty and winding waterways of the iconic city. Stroll quaint cobbled streets on the way to Market Square and absorb the sacred ambiance of the Basilica of the Holy Blood during your comprehensive tour of the city.

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Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(4,998)

from $65

Brussels Autoworld Museum Entrance Ticket

Ensure entry to the Autoworld Museum with a pre-booked entrance ticket, and discover the evolution of automobiles as you admire the more than 250 displayed vehicles. Get an intimate look at limousines formerly belonging to the Belgian crown, as well as a 1928 Bentley, 1930 Cord, and 1930 Bugatti. Enjoy a family-friendly day exploring the exhibition and the rest of the Cinquantenaire Park.

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Brussels Autoworld Museum Entrance Ticket

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(172)

from $19

Antwerp Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

Antwerp can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors, but a private walking tour with a local guide takes the mystery out of your visit. This is a personalized walking tour where you will discover the exterior of monuments, including museums. However, we can provide a customized itinerary just for you—if you’d like to include a museum visit, simply let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your interests and preferences, ensuring you see the sights that matter most to you. As you explore the city, you’ll uncover hidden gems, learn fascinating stories about Antwerp’s history and culture, and gain insider knowledge that goes beyond typical tourist experiences. Perfect for families, solo travelers, and couples, this tour blends must-see landmarks with unique local insights. Book your private walking tour today and experience Antwerp through the eyes of a knowledgeable local guide.

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Antwerp Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

2 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(18)

from $63

Price varies by group size

Brussels' headline sights are easy to find on your own—Grand Place, "Manneken Pis," and the Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert arcade. What's harder is the layer of context that turns them from photo stops into something you actually understand. With a local guide, gain insider insight into guild histories, visit the cafés Victor Hugo and Karl Marx wrote in, and receive recommendations for the city beyond the tour.

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Brussels Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(101)

from $45

Price varies by group size

UNESCO–listed Bruges and Ghent make ideal day trips from Brussels, but organizing transportation independently can be time-consuming. On this tour, begin with pickup in central Brussels and visit both cities in one day with ease. During guided walking tours, discover top attractions including Minnewater, Saint Bavo Cathedral, and Walplein Square, and gain insight into the history and heritage of two of Belgium’s most beautiful and ancient cities.

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Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(884)

from $54

While there’s plenty more to Belgium than Brussels, exploring beyond the city takes planning and research that many travelers simply don’t have time for. Instead, keep things simple with a tour that checks off Ghent and Bruges in just one day and has you back in Brussels without any logistical stress. Along the way, cover medieval architecture, learn each city’s history, and choose whether to sample chocolate and waffles (own expense).

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Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.3

(60)

from $124

Daily tour of Brussels Lower Town and Upper Town

The tour of Brussels differs because it offers a complete, dynamic and close experience, combining in one tour the lower city full of life, curious stories and hidden corners, with the most elegant and monumental upper city, all accompanied by local guides who share anecdotes, legends and secrets in a pleasant, unhurried and good humorous way, so that you discover the true essence of Brussels beyond the typical monuments and take an authentic vision of the city.

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Daily tour of Brussels Lower Town and Upper Town

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.9

(18)

from $29

Private tour: Highlights & History of Antwerp

Getting an overview of Antwerp’s sights on your own can be time-consuming when you don’t know your way around. Avoid the research and see and learn more in less time than if exploring alone on this private walking tour. Follow your guide to must-sees such as Rubens House, Grote Markt, and Butchers’ Hall; enjoy time to ask personal questions on Antwerp’s history, and get tips to inform your later sightseeing.

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Private tour: Highlights & History of Antwerp

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(321)

from $103

Price varies by group size

Bruges Guided Retro Biketour: Highlights, Hidden Gems & Tasting

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(440)

from $53

Unwrap Ghent’s chocolate offerings more easily than you could alone on this private walking tour. Discover the city’s chocolate hotspots—and historical sights on route— without smartphones and maps: letting a guide lead you past medieval landmarks and through cobbled lanes to deluxe chocolatiers and hidden confectionery shops. Sample luscious treats, meet the makers, and gain insight into Ghent’s chocolate-making craft that you’d likely never get if exploring alone.

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Private Belgian Chocolate Tour in Ghent

2 hours

4.9

(36)

from $170

Price varies by group size

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Top Attractions in Belgium

Manneken Pis

St. Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal)

Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde (Begijnhof)

Graslei and Korenlei

Atomium

Minnewater (Lake of Love)

Manneken Pis

St. Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal)

Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde (Begijnhof)

Graslei and Korenlei

Atomium

Minnewater (Lake of Love)

Manneken Pis

St. Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal)

Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde (Begijnhof)

Graslei and Korenlei