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Experience Bruges’s gothic architecture in the quiet evening twilight on this nighttime walking tour of the city. See some of Bruges’s most frequented tourist spots—including Burg Square, Market Square, and the Belfort (Belfry)—while hearing about the medieval city’s mysterious and intriguing history. While you’ll certainly hear some darker tales along the way, don’t worry about any ghoulish apparitions: this isn’t a ghost tour.

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.

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.

In 2025, commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge, a pivotal moment in World War II on this tour from Brussels. See the white crosses that honor fallen US soldiers at Neuville-en-Condroz American Cemetery. In Bastogne, visit McAuliffe Square and an M3 Sherman Tank, symbols of Allied strength. Explore the Mardasson Memorial, the immersive Bastogne War Museum, and visit a German cemetery and the 101st Airborne Division’s foxholes in Foy.

Cover the highlights of history-filled Luxembourg in a single day during this full-day shared excursion from Brussels. Travel comfortably in a climate-controlled bus, with plenty of space to safely store your bags or luggage throughout the day. Highlights include the ornate Grand Ducal Palace, the UNESCO-protected Grund neighborhood, and bustling Place d’Armes—plus many other stops.

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.

Explore two of Belgium’s most in-demand cities in one day—and leave the planning to someone else—on this seamless tour of Antwerp and Ghent. Depart in the morning from Brussels via coach, and head to Antwerp to discover the Cathedral of Our Lady, the Town Hall, and more. Later, soak up Ghent’s history and see the Castle Of Gerald the Devil, the Ghent Belfry, the Old Fish Market, and more.

Explore medieval Bruges on a 2-hour guided tour led by a local expert. Discover iconic landmarks like the Burg, Markt, Belfry, and Gruuthuyse Castle, along with the serene canals and vibrant red-light district. Sample Belgian fries, chocolates, waffles, and beer. Hear fascinating stories as we wander through historic sites like Dijver, Rozehoedkaai, and the fish markets. With a passionate guide, uncover Bruges' rich history and captivating tales. Book now for an unforgettable experience

Roll up your sleeves, indulge your sweet tooth, and prepare some of Belgium’s most famous snacks during this waffle workshop experience in Brussels. With all your ingredients and cooking tools supplied, listen to instruction from your host and get whisking. Prepare your waffle dough according to age-old Belgian tradition, bake it, and then customize it with your own personalized decorations.

Taste your way through Bruges’ enchanting old town on a private gourmet tour designed to show you how to eat like a local. Join in the favorite Belgian pastime of eating as a guide introduces you to 10 different specialties like fries, waffles, and much more. Wash it all down with fine Belgian beer, and ask all the questions you like for a personalized tour through Bruges’ culinary culture.

Pleasure your palate with world-renowned Belgian beers on a beer tasting tour of Brussels. Accompanied by your guide, educate your taste buds to recognize fine Belgian beer and gain insight into what distinguishes the amber liquid from other beers around the world. Absorb the ambience of convivial bars and taverns as you explore the thriving beer scene of the city on this enriching tour.

When visiting the chocolate capital of the world, don't just eat sweet treats—learn to make your own gourmet cocoa treats during a chocolate workshop in Brussels. Starting from scratch, create the two most typical types of Belgian chocolate—pralines and mendiants—with the help of a professional instructor. Learn easy and authentic methods you can mimic in your own kitchen, and finish with handcrafted dark chocolate treats to take home in a box.

Enjoy your stay in Bruges and learn all about the rich local culture and customs from an experienced guide who really cares about their city, and about you! Chat about Bruges’ artists through the years, its literary heritage, and the history that can be found around every corner. Set off mid-morning and find yourself wandering Bruges like a local.

If you only have limited time docked at Zeebrugge, it can be tough to fit in all the sights that Bruges has to offer. On this half-day shore excursion designed specifically for cruise travelers, get picked up from port and delivered to some of the city’s most popular landmarks. After exploring the city, hop aboard a canal boat and relax as you meander along the city’s waterways.

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).

Make the most of your time in Belgium during this full-day excursion to the medieval villages of Damme and Bruges from Brussels. Don’t worry about time-consuming public transit; instead, benefit from round-trip transfers, as well as the insight of a local guide. Take a guided tour through Damme and learn about Flemish history, and enjoy independent exploration in Bruges, armed with a digital interactive guide.

Experience Brussels like a local on this half-day walking tour. Customize an itinerary to suit your interests and let a Belgian host show you the neighborhoods, markets, restaurants, bars, galleries, and landmarks that will ensure a memorable trip to Belgium’s capital city. Taste delicious Belgian beer and chocolate and discover hidden spots you won’t find in guide books.

Instead of simply wandering through the historic medieval city of Bruges’s cobbled streets, enhance your experience with some facts and games on this small-group walking tour. Learn about the city while taking part in mid-tour activities as you walk by Bruges City Hall, Boniface Bridge, the Belfry of Bruges, and much more.

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.

It can be tough to know how to make the best use of your time if you’ve arrived in Bruges on a cruise trip and don't have several days to explore. On this full-day shore excursion, pack in a journey around many of Bruges’ most popular sights, including the Basilica of the Holy Blood and the Quay of the Rosary, as well as enjoying a peaceful canal cruise.

Discover the poignant history of World War I on a full-day tour to the Flanders battlefields from Brussels. Visit the impressive monuments that commemorate the lives of fallen soldiers and listen to commentary from your guide as you see graves that immortalize those killed in the world’s first major conflict; reflect in the Tynecot Commonwealth War Graves and the German Military Cemetery of Vladslo. Enrich your historical knowledge at the Flanders’ Field Museum then feel your soul stir during a poignant Last Post Ceremony in Ypres.

Cover the highlights of colorful, history-packed Amsterdam during this English-language group tour, departing from Brussels. Listen to historical background on top attractions, from 13th-century Dam Square to the Waag, one of the most charming areas in the city. The tour includes hours of free time to visit the city at your own pace plus a convenient departure from central Brussels.

Combine two tours in one, without having to spend hours researching, on this history-packed food crawl of Bruges. Enjoy both sweet and savory gastronomy stops, from Belgian waffles and fries to traditional bitterballen meatballs—plus locally brewed beers. You also stop at popular landmarks in the UNESCO-listed center along the way, including the Market Square and the Church of Our Lady in Bruges. Wrap up the adventure with truffles, and you've done Bruges right.

Chocolate, waffles, fries, beer... Belgian food is a real treat! Enjoy the delicious tastes of Belgium on this free food tour, where an expert local guide will take you around Ghent to try local specialties and tell you the story behind their taste. The numerous samples are included and the tour is tip-based, so don't forget to bring cash to reward the guide if you enjoyed it! As for beer, you will either receive a voucher for a free beer at GRUUT Brewery, which you can enjoy at your leisure after the tour, or we will take you to the brewery itself. This depends on the brewery’s opening hours.