15 Hidden Gems & Local Favourites in Belgium to Build a Day Around

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Brussels: City Highlights and Hidden Gems Bike Tour

1.City Highlights and Hidden Gems Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 443 reviews · 3h 30m · from $41Our pick

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.”

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Bruges: Guided Retro Bike Tour of Highlights and Hidden Gems

2.Guided Retro Bike Tour of Highlights and Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 374 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $52

Retro bikes, a local guide, and Bruges’ best landmarks plus calm canal corners, ending in a 15th-century garden with a drink.

“Eveline was a fantastic guide! She was so accommodating to have us come a day later than originally planned. We had such a great time! The bikes were very stable and easy to ride. The garden where we started and finished was beautiful. She was so knowledgeable and sent us a list of recommendations after the tour.”

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Bruges, Guided Retro Biketour: Highlights and Hidden Gems

3.Bruges, Guided Retro Biketour: Highlights and Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 345 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $53Top rated

Retro bikes, helmets, basket, and weather gear for a 2.5-hour guided loop of Bruges highlights and quieter palace courtyards.

“This was a great way to be introduced to the beautiful city of Bruges. Biking, instead of walking, allowed us to see more of the city so we could easily determine what things to go back to. It’s a bit like a buffet, seeing lots of goodies, so you know what to do with the rest of your trip. Our guide was top-notch!”

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Bruges: Guided Bike Tour with a Local to Sights & Secrets

4.Guided Bike Tour with a Local to Sights & Secrets

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 278 reviews · 2h 30m · from $45

Guided bike tour of Bruges with locals from Quasimundo. Ride 2.5 hours, see Market Square and canals, enjoy stories and local food tips.

“We were a party of 8 and all enjoyed the tour despite the rain. Many in our group had not been to Bruges before but left feeling they were very glad they came. The guide was very professional but a real laugh as well. We would all recommend this tour.”

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Brussels Highlights & Hidden Gems Private Tour with a Local Guide

5.Brussels Highlights & Hidden Gems Private Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 251 reviews · 3 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $95

A private, tailor-made Brussels walking tour with local stories, stops for chocolate and beer, plus Atomium and EU Quarter sights.

“We spent a great morning on beautiful August day with Chloe on 3 hour walking tour. Chloe arrived early to our meeting spot and was easy to find, she was very knowledgeable with a friendly and sunny disposition. The three hours passed quickly as we walked and toured through the various Brussels neighborhoods.”

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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Bruges Private Tour

6.Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Bruges Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $106

A 3-hour private Bruges walk with a local host, canal views, Markt and Burg Square highlights, UNESCO beer culture stops, plus chocolate.

“Ann, our guide was very knowledgeable and personable. She brought Brugge to life. She recommended spending more time at the sights we only had time to pass by.”

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The 10 Tastings of Bruges With Locals: Private Food Tour

7.The 10 Tastings of Bruges With Locals: Private Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

A 3-hour private Bruges food walk with 10 tastings, local shopping stops, and city stories, customized for allergies and diets.

“Stefan is a nice guide and knows a lot. He is relaxed and doesn't hurry. There is a lot to eat. For us a little bit too much. But we did have a nice breakfast before.”

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Ghent: City Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Bike Tour

8.City Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 196 reviews · 2h 30m · from $53

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!”

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Brussels Highlights & Hidden Gems Bike Tour

9.Brussels Highlights & Hidden Gems Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Small-group 3.5-hour bike ride through Brussels, from La Bourse to Marolles and Gare Maritime, with helmet and bike rental included.

“No kidding-loved this biketour. 3 1/2 hours flew by. Usually more than 2 hours and I am thinking "why did I book this?" but Andrea the tourguide was awesome! We had such a great time with her - upbeat, communicative, organized, and friendly. There were slight long hills, but easily biked even for beginners. Definitely book this. As a non-profit it also helps to have more changes occur to reduce pollution and increase bike use throughout Brussels.”

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Antwerp: Private Walking Tour with a Local

10.Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 183 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $64

Private walking tour in Antwerp with a local guide, choose meeting point and pace, get real stories, tips, and hidden spots in 2-6 hours.

“I loved my guide Michele. She was fun and had lots of information to share.”

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Brussels PRIVATE TOUR With Locals: Highlights & Hidden Gems

11.Brussels PRIVATE TOUR With Locals: Highlights & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $114

Private 3-hour Brussels walk with a local guide, tastings, and smart stops at St Nicolas, Royal Palace, Grand Place, plus optional green breaks.

“Christophe was very good. He was a good communicator & presented Brussels in a way that gave us an understanding of how the city came to be what it is today.”

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Bruges PRIVATE City Kickstart Tour With Locals

12.Bruges PRIVATE City Kickstart Tour With Locals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

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!!!”

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Bruges: City Bike Tour with a Local

13.City Bike Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 2 hours · from $43

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.”

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Brussels Like a Local: Private & Personalized Experience 2-4 hrs

14.Brussels Like a Local: Private & Personalized Experience 2-4 hrs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · 2 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $95

Private Brussels walk with a local host, from UNESCO Grand Place and Manneken Pis to chocolate, beer, Atomium, street art, and EU Quarter.

“Sebastian was very articulate explaining all the symbolism above the Guild houses and gave an elaborate summary of Belgium’s colorful history. It was a most enjoyable 4 hour tour and Sebastian made it happen. Thanks”

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