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Belgium’s best days out.
The 15 most popular bruges tours in Belgium. The ones worth crossing a city for, with what they cost, how long they run and who to book through.
Brussels to Bruges and Ghent in one day: UNESCO canals, Begijnhof (1245), Saint Bavo Cathedral, and lunch plus chocolate time.
Most Popular“My tour guide was top notch, I forgot her name but she was a very sweet Spanish lady, I learned a lot throughout the trip and really enjoyed travelling under her guidance. She’s awesome”
A coach-led day trip from Brussels to Ghent and Bruges with guided walks, big sights like Saint Bavo, and an optional canals cruise.
“Amazing tour , I really enjoyed it , what I like the most is that the tour guide was very experienced and highly organized.. and very professional her name Veronica , despite that weather was a bit rainy but the tour guide made this tour enjoyable! As well the driver was super professional and he…”
A full-day, guided coach trip from Brussels to UNESCO Ghent and Bruges, with cathedral stops, medieval streets, and optional canal time.
“It’s a big outing value packed with so many interesting sights in both Ghent and Bruges. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared facts, stories and checked in on individuals within the group as we went. We had plenty of time to explore on our own as well. Thanks to our driver for driving us…”
A 2.5-hour Bruges small-group walk plus canal cruise, with a chocolate tasting stop and local stories from Market Square to the Beguinage.
“Fun, informative walking tour that included a lovely canal cruise and chocolate tasting. Our guide was really knowledgeable and friendly. Great snapshot of Bruges.”
Guided Bruges walk plus a 30-minute canal boat ride, with optional 4-beer tasting on the English tour.
“Our tour guide Maria was a passionate about the beautiful city & gave us great history lesson.”
Bruges on foot in 2h 15m: Markt, Belfort, beguinage and more. Learn medieval trading stories in English for about $4.
“My tour guide Celine was amazing. She’s from Brugge, so she has the best tips to get around the city. It was a really good tour.”
Choco-Story Bruges offers an audio-guided chocolate museum with free tastings, a chocolate-making demo, and 4,000-year cocoa history.
“Great tour, very informative. Loved the fresh chocolate taster at the end 😌”
From Brussels to Bruges for a guided UNESCO canal walk, quiet parks and squares, plus optional boat views and free lunch time.
“Had a lovely day in Bruges If you are a solo traveller with no sense of direction, get the shuttle bus from the centre back to the coach/bus drop off/and departure, great guide Dieago 😀”
Bruges to Ypres WWI sites with an expert English guide, lunch included, reconstructed trenches, Hill 60, and the Menin Gate.
“We had a very memorable and meaningful day. Our host was so respectful, knowledgeable and gave us such a personalised experience that we were able to make connections with the history of the First World War and the significant events of Flanders Fields. Thank you so much, we greatly appreciate all the research you obviously…”
Private Bruges rickshaw tour from Market Square. See main sights and quiet streets with a guide in Dutch, English, or French.
“This tour was the best tour during our 10-day trips to Belgium and Netherland. Our guide Pieter is so knowledgeable about Bruges to enable us to go back in time with him. The tour also allowed us to effortlessly but still intimately enjoy the beautiful Bruges within a short time with Rickshaw before we decided…”
Guided Bruges day trip from Brussels with UNESCO canals, Begijnhof gardens, chocolate time, and an optional canal boat ride. Spanish guide.
“The trip to Bruges was very good and incredible. The guide woman, Aracelia, is very friendly and kind. Even though it was in Spanish, when I needed to speak to Aracelia in English, she was very helpful. There was about 4 hours free to enjoy in Bruges, which was great for me. The tour time…”
Quick, frequent shuttle from Zeebrugge to Bruges. Drops you at Bargeplein bus parking near Lake of Love Park. Great cruise value.
“Pickup is just outside the cruise terminal and building. Drop off and return in Bruges is at the coach park, which is about a 15 minute walk to the Market Square.”
Hands-on Bruges workshop where you taste 3 Belgian beers, pick one for batter, and bake waffles with unlimited toppings.
“Amazing workshop with great hosts, clear instructions, helpful and funny. Went with 2 adults and 3 kids. Highly recommend.”
Bruges after dark on a 90-minute walking tour of legends, canals, and landmarks, ending with a beer deal at Bauhaus bar.
“The meeting point was changed for Xmas but poorly communicated. Missed the tour as a result. Not much done on a customer service side.”
A 2–3 hour Bruges storytelling walk hitting the Belfry, Markt, Rozenhoedkaai, and Burg Square, with local tips and pay-what-you-want.
“Alasdair was an excellent tour guide. He is a fountain of knowledge, who shared fascinating historical details and local insights in a way that felt effortless, engaging and a little bit whimsical. Would highly recommend to anyone starting their trip in Bruges! Thank you!”
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