Belgium · HISTORICAL TOURS
The 15 best historical tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Legends of Bruges is a 2 hour 15 minute English walking tour through Bruges’ top sights, with free entry stops and great guide storytelling.
“Had Victoria as a guide who was fantastic! She offered a fun blend of historical knowledge and personal flair, pointing out some unique facts and sights that you wouldn’t find out on your typical tour”
Legends of Antwerp is a 2-hour guided walk through the historic center, mixing legends, Rubens, printing, fashion, and key landmarks.
“A great way to see some of Antwerp’s highlights and learn about the rich history of this beautiful city. We only had one day so wanted to get as much of a feel for the city as possible in a short time. It was a busy public holiday on our tour day but our guide, Beren, expertly navigated the crowds and kept a good pace, all the while peppering his commentary with interesting and humorous anecdotes.”
Legends of Gent in Ghent, Belgium, a 2-hour pay-what-you-want walking tour with key landmarks, stories, and English guidance.
“Hans was great on the Legends food tour. It was interesting and fun plus the food was delicious! We both enjoyed the tour”
150-minute Brussels city-center walk with Royal chocolate and waffle tasting, small-group history, and practical food and drink tips.
“The tour did a fantastic job covering both the history and food of Brussels. Very informative, well-paced, and highly recommended!”
A 2.5-hour Brussels walking tour with a guide, Grand Place to cathedrals, then a warm waffle and royal-gallery chocolate tastings.
“Our guide Lou was passionate about Belgium and shared information about the country and Brussels from the people to food to culture. This was the best tour and we cannot recommend it more!! We enjoyed the chocolate tasting from Mary’s - easily the best in the city! Brussels is very walkable so this tour pretty much shows you all of it. We did early morning and crowds were less than later in the day. Our guide shared tons of information in a very digestible format and really made us love Brussels!!”
A 2 to 3 hour Bruges storytelling walk linking medieval power, markets, and postcard views, with tips for food and local discounts.
“It covers a short distance , but in story form it comes alive. Our guide was like a mime, an actor… who told us the history with the use of his yellow umbrella”
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.”
Private 2-hour highlights tour of Bruges with hotel pickup and an English guide. Markt to Burg, plus art, culture, and local tips.
“This private tour is 100% worth it. Martin is very knowledgeable, showed us hidden gems we would have missed and told us interesting stories about this beautiful city!! Do NOT miss this tour!!”
A private 2-hour walking tour through Antwerp’s top sights and legends, from Grote Markt to the Cathedral, with guide navigation included.
“Lizbeth was incredible. She gave such a locally inspired private tour. She somehow was able to answer ever obscure question I asked. She was a delight to learn from and was one of the best guides I have ever had.”
A 2-hour Bruges walking tour with praline, expert storytelling, and standout photo stops at the Belfry and Rosary Quay.
“There was a National Labor Protest on the day of the tour and my Cruise Ship had no way to dock the ship so they rerouted us and I was not able to go. The tour guide would not issue a refund, which I think is pretty poor business.”
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.”
A 3.5-hour Bruges walk with a praline demo at Depla, medieval UNESCO streets, and a guided beer tasting at Bourgogne des Flandres.
“A beautifully maintained timepiece of a city with the history to understand the beauty. Martin was excellent as a tour guide - 6 of us from United States and we truly enjoyed! The chocolate stop was excellent and learning about chocolate and beer history in Brugges was fun! We highly recommend!”
Private 2-hour Bruges walk with a guide, legends, and big sights like Rozenhoedkaai. Small group, coupons booklet, and smart pacing.
“Kobo was the best guide we could have hoped for! He was friendly, funny and incredibly knowledgeable about the history of Bruges. We highly recommend this private walking tour and most importantly, Kobo!”
Story-driven Brussels walk to Grand Place, comics, Manneken Pis, cathedrals, and viewpoints, guided in English with free entry stops.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable! She introduced us to so many things about the city. We took her advice on chocolate and dining too.”
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