Belgium · CITY TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 city tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
2-hour guided walk through Antwerp’s historic center, UNESCO sights, hidden alleys and courtyards, ending at Central Station for $22.
“Leo gave us a nice, comprehensive tour of the city! We hit some of the popular/historical sites.”
Ride through Antwerp’s historic center and old port with a guide. See the cathedral, Steen castle, Central Station, and MAS in 2 hours.
“Bikes were in good condition, nice way to see the city, not overly exciting guide.”
150-minute Brussels walk and taste: Hilton Grand Place start. Belgian chocolate, waffles or frites, 4 beers, Manneken Pis.
“Walid was an excellent guide! He shared great insight into Brussels history in a fun and engaging way. The chocolate samples were fantastic as were the waffles and fries…wow! We had a great time ending the tour at a local bar with a generous flight of beer. This is one of the best tours we ever had!”
Pedal Brussels with Cactus Brussel à Vélo from Grand Hospice, through iconic streets and quieter corners, with bike fit and a café stop.
“This was the best tour of Brussels you could wish for! Note - electric bikes are available if you message to guide. I was glad for mine due to some of the hills. Philip was very knowledgeable and friendly. He was well versed in the city’s history, architecture and infrastructure.”
Take a 40-minute guided boat cruise in Ghent, from Graslei to Gravensteen. Learn the city’s past for about $12.
“We had such a lovely time with our guide, Matthew! Quirky stories, captivating anecdotes and very interesting information on all the must-see places in Ghent in 45 minutes... Truly breathtaking and we felt we learnt a lot on the city in a mere 45 minutes. I highly recommend it!!!”
A 2-hour guided walk through Antwerp’s Old City, from Het Steen and Vleeshuis to Grote Markt and the Handelsbeurs, with local tips.
“My adult daughter and I went on this tour after being in Antwerp for 4 days and are so glad we did! Shabnam, our guide, was very knowledgeable and a lovely person. We learned so much history and the legends of the City as we walked about the Old City of Antwerp. Shabnam led us in a comfortable walk and answered questions as they came up. She also offered restaurant recommendations and pointed out specific specialty food shops. It was a wonderful tour and an experience my daughter and I highly recommend.”
3-hour guided Brussels food walk with savory and sweet tastings, vegetarian options, and local guides in a small group.
“Chloe was an excellent guide with lots of knowledge of the city. She gave us great recommendations for restaurants and other activities in Brussels.”
A 2-hour guided stroll through Antwerp’s oldest sights, from Het Steen to the Cathedral, with free entry stops and great local tips.
“A lovely way to start my day and learn about Antwerpen. The guide was brilliant and full of knowledge. Really enjoyed the tour with my group companions.”
Antwerp City Brewery De Koninck self-guided interactive tour with beer tapping fun, audiovisual rooms, and two included tastings.
Guided Ghent walking tour with five tastings and local stories, from Vrijdagmarkt to Graslei, ideal if you come hungry.
“Lots of yummy food options so come hungry! Sophie was a great host and her love for her city shines through. She takes you to lots of local food spots and has all the historical knowledge to get you from place to place. Definitely would recommend!”
Ghent by bike in 150 minutes with safe lanes and story-rich stops like the Castle of the Counts, Portus Ganda, and UNESCO beguinage.
“Had a great tour around the city with Tim. He showed us a bunch of interesting places and had a lot of knowledge about the city and its history. Biking was very doable, with minimal hills. Just a few cobble stones here and there, but mostly we avoided those. Would highly recommend!”
Private local-led Bruges kickstart: UNESCO sights, Eiermarkt aperitif square, and Church of Our Lady stories. Just you and your guide.
“Martin’s overall knowledge of the history of Bruges and its current day to day life is exceptional. He gave us several great food options and places to see. His friendly personality made this tour a fun time for us. It was just my husband and I. He’s great!!!”
A 2-hour Bruges city bike tour with a local on comfy cruiser bikes, cobblestones and canals, photo stops, and practical insider tips.
“Excellent tour guide & tour. Highly recommend. Bikes were in very good condition.”
Antwerp at your pace with an app-led scavenger hunt, smartphone riddles, flexible start times, and a 3-hour route for up to 6.
“We (my brother and I) completed the walk and were left not totally disapppointed but decidedly unimpressed. The walk did touch upon the majority of the key spots in and around the Antwerp city center, but the texts were uninspired - missing both anything unique or special - and the riddles and their answers were not really enlightening, and did not add anything to understanding or appreciating the city. Overall, we left with the feeling that using a different tour would have been better.”
Private 90-minute Brussels orientation with a local host: St Nicolas, Grand Place, Manneken Pis, royal arcades, and smart food tips.
“Our guide Tiago was great!! Very knowledgeable. Friendly and keeps you laughing. He showed us some interesting sites.”
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