BELGIUM · EXPERIENCES
Belgium’s best days out.
The 15 most popular guided 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“The schedules was just right with enough free time.”
Ghent’s medieval center from the water. A 50-minute guided boat trip with English/Dutch/French commentary, castles, towers, and quay views.
“loved every second very informative and fun experience”
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.
“We had a wonderful time on the tour. Ann , our tour guide was informative, friendly and very helpful. Would recommend to anyone interested in hearing about the history of Bruges!”
Brussels Upper and Lower City on foot with a live guide, big-name sights, and Belgian chocolate tasting for $23 in 150 minutes.
“Ian, our guide, was a funny and highly informative storyteller. I was really happy to explore the city with him. He also recommended many great local spots. I truly loved the tour!”
Day trip from Brussels to Dinant and Luxembourg City with a guide, River Meuse views, Ville Haute sights, and Chemin de la Corniche.
“Lovely day trip from Brussels. Our guide Eduardo was very knowledgeable and so sweet. We arrived to Dinant around 10, and left at about 11:15 which was a shame as most things in the city don’t open until 11. However, it was lovely for a walk along the river! Would recommend.”
Choco-Story Bruges offers an audio-guided chocolate museum with free tastings, a chocolate-making demo, and 4,000-year cocoa history.
“I have never appreciated chocolate as much I do now after visiting the museum! A great collection of anything chocolate-related. Their chocolates are also one of the best I have ever tasted in my entire life!”
Private Bruges rickshaw tour from Market Square. See main sights and quiet streets with a guide in Dutch, English, or French.
“Guide was very knowledgeable about the areas we went through. Stopped and let me get out to take pictures at so many laces we would never have seen without this tour. we went places other tours never see. Loved it. Highly recommend.”
A full-day guided trip from Brussels to Antwerp and Ghent, with a quick Atomium photo stop and guided time plus free exploration.
“The meeting place was nice and central, but be sure to ask the guides that you are in the right line as many tours left from the same area. Our guide was Diego who was very knowledgeable and Fabrice was our excellent driver. We had walking tours in both cities which provided a great overview…”
40 minutes on Ghent’s River Leie with a live trilingual guide, medieval towers, Castle of the Counts, and great value for $12.
“Loved this boat tour! Our guide was hilarious and knowledgeable. The best combination! Fit so much into and details in during the boat ride. Highly Recommend!”
Guided Bruges walk plus 30-minute canal cruise by De Halve Maan. Small English group, local stories, and great views.
“Ann was delightful, knowledgeable, personable, and energetic. We (group of 10) thoroughly enjoyed the tour. Even through the rain - which she handled by doing her best to have us stand in covered places. Boat tour was really nice - and the rain stopped midway. Glad we all signed up for this! Great historical context…”
A 2-hour guided walk through Bruges’ UNESCO center, canals, churches and squares, plus free time for lunch, chocolate and lace.
“The tour took longer than expected, but that was not JK’s fault. Some people in the group were lagging behind of not keeping up with him. He did an excellent job in terms of relating the history of Bruges and tying it in with his personal family history. I would certainly recommend him!”
2-hour guided bike tour through Antwerp’s highlights with bike rental, photo stops, and old-port views. Great value at $38.
“Wonderful experience riding around the city and visiting/learning about various historical sights. Are guide Poll (Paul) was amazing! Very knowledge, kind, funny, and enthusiastic. Highly recommend the experience!”
Retro bike tour through Bruges landmarks and quiet canals, starting in Hof Bladelin’s garden and finishing with a local beer or lemonade.
“Mercedes is an excellent guide. Knowledgeable, passionate, a great experience. The drink afterwards in the lovely garden is a great touch”
Pedal through Antwerp’s key sights in 2 hours with a local guide, included bike and station ticket, and a smooth, family-friendly pace.
“We thought the guide was very knowledgeable and we enjoyed to your. We had a small group which was nice but the weather was far from perfect. Would definitely recommend”
A 2.5-hour guided retro bike ride through Bruges, with helmet and weather gear included, swapping long walks for key sights and quiet corners.
“Great way to see a lot of Bruges in a few hours. Would need a realtime map to follow all of the places visited and how we got around from place to place.”
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