Top Flanders Historical Tours

Discover the best of Ghent, Belgium when you book this 2-hour historical walking tour. Delve into Ghent's vibrant history and culture with a passionate local guide. Explore the city's legendary past, uncovering historical anecdotes, funny stories, and hidden gems. This tour covers sites like St. Michael's Bridge, Graslei and Korenlei, and the impressive Gravensteen Castle.

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.

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.

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.

Make the most of your time exploring the battlefields of The Ypres Salient without breaking a sweat on this small-group half-day tour. Travel from the city of Ypres to a range of battle sites, museums, and cemeteries across the surrounding countryside, including the Langemark Cemetery and Tyne Cot Cemetery. Learn from your guide about the region’s tragic history. Entrance fees to Sanctuary Wood Museum not included.

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.

I am a well established Battlefield historian and author and have been guiding in the area for several years. As an Expat Brit living in Belgium you can book me in confidence knowing there will be no language issues, I also have a great level of local knowledge which means I am able to recommend hotels, restaurants etc should you wish to know. We are the perfect partner for your battlefield pilgrimage. I look forward to meeting you Roger Steward

Flanders is home to multiple World War I sites, but with locations spread out, navigating this Flemish-speaking area of Belgium isn’t easy without your own car. Enjoy a full day exploring and paying tribute to lives lost on this emotionally stirring historical tour. From memorials to fallen soldiers and rows of graves to battlefields and a century-old dressing station, you’ll visit a range of sites to understand how the Great War unfolded.

Discover the rich history of the city of Bruges on this sightseeing tour. In a small group, you'll take a guided walking tour of the historic center, complete with UNESCO-listed sights. Learn about this medieval city, including the town hall and picturesque squares. Complete the experience with a canal cruise to experience the city and bridges from a different perspective.

Follow the path of World War I soldiers when you book this half-day tour to the Ypres Battlefield. Alongside a private guide, travel from Ypres to Passchendaele to see where Allied soldiers from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, and Britain fought against the Germans in 1917. Your guide can also tailor the tour, where possible, to include any relation to your ancestors who fought in the battle.

Avoid crowds and enjoy a more enriching experience of Bruges than is typically offered by group tours. This private walking tour is exclusively for your party so, as you explore the city's sights, you'll have ample opportunity to talk with your guide and learn all about the city's intriguing history.

See where Belgium’s rich history and modern outlook meet, and discover Antwerp's major attractions with ease on this 3-hour bicycle tour. Hop into the saddle and follow your guide on an exciting city tour as you take in landmarks including Antwerp's Central Station, the Scheldt River, and the Museum of Fine Art. On this tour you'll discover what the locals love most about their city. Bring a snack to fuel your spin through Antwerp's ancient streets and pristine parks as your local guide sheds light on Antwerp’s history and heritage, and soak up the atmosphere in this bustling corner of Flanders.

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.

See Ghent from a new perspective on a 40-minute boat tour down the Leie, offered in 5 languages to suit your preference. In addition to navigating, your guide provides historical anecdotes about a range of medieval landmarks passed along the way, from St. Bavo’s Cathedral to 13th-century monasteries. Don’t forget your camera: Panoramic views of the riverbanks are frame-worthy.

Cycling around Bruges on a bike will provide you with a great overview of the city on this small-group tour. Get additional context and learn about local culture and history from your guide while you sightsee. Along the way, drop by hidden spots that only locals would know about. Take photos of highlights including the Chocolate Line and Jerusalem Chapel.

Rather than exploring Ghent based on impersonal recommendations, discover the essence of the Belgian city your way on a private walking tour. You’ll cover highlights and hidden gems, from landmarks like the Belfry and Gravensteen to quiet courtyards off the beaten path—all at your own pace with a local host. Flexible durations and hotel pickup from central locations add convenience to your experience.

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.

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.

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.

Step into the medieval charm of Ghent and discover a city where castles, towers, and hidden legends come to life. Walk through historic squares, admire Gothic masterpieces, and uncover stories of power, trade, and rebellion that shaped one of Belgium’s most fascinating cities. This experience blends architecture, history, and local insight in a dynamic and engaging way. Book now and explore Ghent beyond the surface, with stories you won’t find in a guidebook.

Discover Bruges at its most atmospheric when you explore the city’s centuries-old landmarks after dark on this evening walking tour. Meet your guide right in the heart of the city, and set off on foot: see Bruges highlights such as the Markt Square and Jan van Eyck Square, and hear lesser-known stories from its past.

Explore one of the jewels in Belgium’s crown and discover thousands of years of European history on this 3-hour bicycle tour of Antwerp. Spin through Antwerp’s ancient streets with your guide and discover diverse districts including the Old Port, t Eilandje and the historic town center. Admire top local landmarks such as Central Station, the Cathedral of Our Lady and the MAS museum. Gain insight into Antwerp’s rich culture and heritage, and follow your guide to out-of-the-way spots known only to the locals.

From the ashes of World War I, Ypres rose and became a city dedicated to peace. On this walking tour, you’ll wander the rebuilt streets of the historic Flemish city that was almost totally destroyed in the war. You’ll find out how Churchill wanted to preserve the ruined city, as it was, and see historic photos of the city taken during war time. But this tour isn’t only about war and destruction. I’ll also show you some of the city’s best coffee spots, romantic restaurants, and authentic bars where you can try a local West Flanders beer. Starting on the main square outside Ypres Museum and ending at Menin Gate, you'll hearing fascinating stories about the war years including the 1914 Truce, the creation of The Wipers Times trench newspaper, and one of the loudest explosions in human history. You'll also find out about the vanished school that once taught the cemetery gardeners’ children. You‘ll finish this walk with a better understanding of this ancient city‘s fascinating history.