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One of Europe’s richest cities during its 16th-century Golden Age, Antwerp is steeped in history. Yet exploring alone can mean skimming over its past, and medieval legends and secrets. This private walking tour ensures you cover the musts—from sights to stories—with a guide. Hear the tales behind attractions such as Grote Markt and the Cathedral; see Rubens House, and chronicle the city’s Golden-Age heyday through in-depth commentary.

Turn your sightseeing around the streets of Bruges into a fun adventure with this smartphone game. Follow the instructions of a virtual character on your phone as you're tasked with visiting Bruges landmarks and solving puzzles in the process. Get to know the city and learn stories about the monuments and attractions of Bruges without the need for direct human interaction.

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 Bruges your own way and at your own pace with this self-guide walking tour. Simply download an app onto your smart phone and let it lead you around the city and fill you in on its fascinating history and legends. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing when you want to begin the tour and how long you want to stay at each stop

Improve your photography skills and capture scenic shots of Bruges with this special guided photo tour. Set off from the historic center and enjoy a route that showcases some of the city’s most picturesque places—such as Jan van Eyck Square, Rosary Quay, and Nepomucenus Bridge. Exploring Bruges with a guide means there’s no need to study a map, and lots of useful photography tips are provided throughout.

While the tourists cling to Bruges’ cobbled streets and brick-lined canals, go beyond the guidebooks with this private cycling adventure. Bruges’ countryside may be even more idyllic than the town itself, which you get to experience first-hand. See windmills, cycle along canals, stop in the historic town of Damme, and get to know a little slice of rural heaven.

See Bruges from a new perspective while improving your photography. This small-group morning photo tour is a combination of a city tour and a photography workshop. You'll visit the some of the city's most photogenic locations while getting expert tips on how to create some of your finest images.

Celebrate the life and art of master Surrealist Salvador Dalí with a ticket to the permanent exhibition at the Museum-Gallery Xpo in Bruges. This colorful, reimagined gallery space inside the medieval Bruges Belfry showcases the ‘Salvador Dalí: Marquis de Púbol’ exhibit, featuring a rotating collection of the artist’s original graphic work and sculptures.

Few countries have such storied brewing traditions as Belgium—and during this half-day, small-group tour of Ghent, you can look forward to fully immersing yourself in the city's centuries of beer history. With a beer-loving guide in the lead, you'll discover some of Ghent's most notable breweries and other beer-related landmarks. As you go, pause to enjoy a generous number of tastings to accompany your explorations.

Make getting to Bruges—and exploring it—easy as pie with this private shore excursion. Picked up from port, you’ll head to Bruges’ UNESCO-designated center to explore the city’s “open-air museum.” Beyond exploring winding canals, ancient squares, and exquisite architecture, you’ll get entrance into the Church of Our Lady and the Holy Blood Basilica, with your personal tour guide lighting the way.

Half walking tour, half photography workshop, this experience brings out extra beauty in this spectacularly photogenic city. Following your local guide, you’ll wander across Bruges’ quiet, picturesque corners, hunting for wide shots and those overlooked details. Along the way, you’ll get to know this medieval city, famed for its cobbled streets, winding canals, and magical feel.

Avoid the crowds that fill Bruges' streets by day by embarking on a private nighttime walking tour. In the company of just your party and a guide, discover the intriguing histories hidden behind the city's ancient walls and finish your tour standing in front of one of Bruges' best bars.

Explore the canals, squares, and medieval streets of Bruges by bicycle with a local guide to show you around and regale you with tales of times past. You'll see traditional almshouses, garden courtyards, old ramparts, and mural-painted walls, with stops at top attractions such as Minnewater Lake and the Gruuthusemuseum.

Soak up the sights and atmosphere of Bruges in the company of just your chosen companions and a private guide. This private tour allows you to discover the best of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center. Starting at the main square, you'll see the Grôte Markt, the Provinciaal Hof, the medieval bell tower of Belfort, the Town Hall, and Saint Salvator Cathedral, and go inside the Church of Our Lady and the Basilique of the Holy Blood.

There's been a murder in the city. The police can't figure it out and time is ticking. Are you up for the challenge? With photos and a city map, you go into the city, looking for the right locations. At each location you take a group selfie and receive a new clue. Step by step you are getting closer to the truth. Can you solve the murder within 3 hours? In the meantime, you will discover surprising places you would normally pass by. This is no ordinary city walk, but an interactive experience that you experience together.

Welcome, adventurous cruisers docking at Zeebrugge! If you're keen to immerse yourself in the rich history and enchanting beauty of Bruges on your first visit, join us for an extraordinary shore excursion designed to captivate and charm. Experience the historic allure of the Old Town, cross romantic bridges, marvel at the grand Market Square, and meander through the quaint streets of the city center. Be awed by the Basilica of the Holy Blood's timeless majesty and enjoy picturesque views from the Quay of the Rosary. If your heart desires indulgence in scrumptious Belgian chocolates and waffles, wishes to sample the offerings of legendary breweries, or enjoys dining at cozy local eateries, we've reserved 2 hours of free time just for these pleasures. Our knowledgeable guides are committed to creating an unforgettable experience, ensuring you fully absorb the unique charm of Bruges. Please note that this tour involves about 2 hours of walking in the pedestrian areas of Bruges

Ghent is known for its medieval streets and striking architecture, but behind the grand buildings lies some intriguing, dark history. This private tour introduces you to Ghent in the Middle Ages, when dodgy deals were done, executions were planned, and Viking raids were feared. You’ll hear the stories as you walk, discovering sites like the Bridge of Imperial Delights and Gravensteen with your own guide.

See a different side to Antwerp on this private night tour of the city, ideal for visitors with limited time in the region. Watch as the city comes to life at night, visit nightlife hotspots you might otherwise have overlooked, and listen to your guide’s stories and fun facts about Antwerp you wouldn’t hear if exploring independently.

Experience Bruges authentically with a local guide exclusively for you. I will take you to know the most emblematic and essential sites and tell you their history, importance and relevance. I will also show you the hidden corners and charming alleys with their secrets, myths and legends. I will give you all the recommendations you need while you taste a delicious Belgian chocolate and finally we will have a beer in a local tavern of the 16th century. Or tell me your plans and we'll carry them out. I will be your local guide in this beautiful city and make your visit an unforgettable experience.

From the port of Blankenberge we leave with the Water-Taxi for a trip of 30 km in the open sea to the Thorntonbank. We sail past the wind farms. These windmills provide green energy for many families in Flanders. From the water you have a unique view of these wind farms. The interactive explanation about the wind farms at sea starts 30 minutes before the departure time. This takes place in Brasserie Steiger 18, Havenplein 3, 8370 Blankenberge.

This guided walking tour in Ghent is a fun way to get your bearings while hearing stories about the city’s history and checking off top landmarks. Save time following a map and let a guide take you on a carefully planned route that includes street art, popular sightseeing spots, and off-the-beaten-track sights too.

Discover the best places to take photos around the city of Bruges without trying to find your own way around by taking this shared walking tour. Follow your guide as they show you scenic spots around the city that inspired the Brugorama photo show, such as the Jan van Eyck Square and Quai du Rosaire, and point out details you might otherwise miss.

This tour is a perfect introduction to Ghent’s magnificent architecture and historical sights. Instead of studying a guidebook, explore the city with a guide to give you local insights into the history and development of the city. Find out about the fall of the Holy Roman Empire, discover beautiful architecture in the Vrijdagmarkt area, see Gravensteen castle, and learn why the city has gained the nickname of “Belgium's Silicon Valley”.

Get the lowdown on Ghent’s thriving craft beer scene on this private tour of the city. Led by a local who produced one of Belgium’s first craft beers, the tour gives you all you need to know about the world of hops, malts, triples, and trappists. Sample well-known brews and exclusive editions, and hear tips for places to drink during your time in Ghent.