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The 15 Best Bruges Tours & Boat Trips

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Bruges fills up by late morning, so the timing matters more than the choice. These 15 cover the canal boats, the belfry, the chocolate and the beer, priced and honest about how early each one really needs to start.

Bruges: Small Group Boat Cruise and Guided Walking Tour - Meeting at the Markt and reading Bruges’ center
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Bruges: Small Group Boat Cruise and Guided Walking Tour

1.Small Group Boat Cruise and Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,102 reviews · 2h 30m · from $51Our pick

Start at Bruges’ Markt with a local guide such as Fabienne, Patrick, Ann, or Frank. Walk past medieval squares, the Holy Blood Basilica, fish market, churches, bridges, and secret gardens, then cruise the canals and taste Belgian chocolate. The tour ends at the Beguinage.

“It was a really interesting tour and our guide, Rick was very personable and gave us lots of information. We went to places I would never have found by myself.”

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Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option - The Lake of Love and the Begijnhof
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Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option

2.Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,759 reviews · from $41

Follow an English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide through Bruges, from the Lake of Love and Begijnhof to Burg Square and the Belfort. Guides such as Maria and JK bring history to life. Finish with a 30-minute canal cruise, plus an optional tasting of four Belgian beers on English tours.

“Our guide, JK, was informative and engaging. We covered a lot of ground and learned even more. Bruges did not disappoint.”

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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges - Starting at the Markt and the Belfort
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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

3.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,541 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $3Top rated

Walk through Bruges in English with a local guide, following a 2-hour-15-minute route from the Markt to Burg Square. Hear stories of medieval trade, swans, beer, French rule, and Flemish art while seeing the city’s main sights. Guides such as Victoria, Martin, Sander, and Louis are praised for clear storytelling and local tips.

“Classic Walking Tour. Great info and guide Wouter and both made the city come alive! Had time to stop to sample and buy chocolates. Also lots of stops so travellers can rest.”

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Bruges: Choco-Story Chocolate Museum Guided Tour w/Tastings - From Maya Cocoa Drinks to Belgian Pralines
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Bruges: Choco-Story Chocolate Museum Guided Tour w/Tastings

4.Choco-Story Chocolate Museum Guided Tour w/Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,379 reviews · from $16

At Choco-Story Bruges, follow an audio-guided route through chocolate’s Maya and Aztec origins, European rise, ingredients, and production. Interactive displays suit children, while a live praline demonstration and tastings finish the 1.5-hour visit. The tour begins and ends at Wijnzakstraat 2.

“We took our 8 year old daughter during our stop with the Disney Dream. We read the reviews and figured we would take the chance for the price. It was fantastic, we loved the listening devices and how easy it was to use them. We loved the interactive games to play. Also loved the chocolate demonstration and of course trying the chocolate that was shown to us how they make it. There was also 4 different types of chocolate to try. Spent lots in the gift all reasonably priced. Lovely chocolate. X”

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From Bruges: Great War Flanders Fields Minibus Tour w/ Lunch - Ypres, or Wipers, and the city rebuilt after destruction
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From Bruges: Great War Flanders Fields Minibus Tour w/ Lunch

5.Great War Flanders Fields Minibus Tour w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,257 reviews · 9 hours · from $130

Spend nine hours with a local English-speaking guide such as Philippe, Phillip, or Lucas, visiting Ypres, Hill 60, Passchendaele, Polygon Wood, trenches, bunkers, cemeteries, and memorials. A comfortable minibus, lunch, and optional return after the Menin Gate Last Post Ceremony make this a strong choice for serious WWI interest.

“Both myself and my partner thought this trip was excellent in every detail, ranging from the very beginning, when we needed to arrange an alternate pick-up location to the expertise of our guide. We have never met anyone with such passion for the topic of WW1 and this came across in the delivery of the tour, each memorial was talked through in very high levels of detail, so if you are interested in the World war conflicts this is truly fascinating. Since returning from our trip to Belgium we have recommended this trip to many of our friends.”

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Bruges: Guided Rickshaw Tour - Starting in Market Square
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Bruges: Guided Rickshaw Tour

6.Guided Rickshaw Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,199 reviews · 1 - 2 hours

Ride through Bruges in a private rickshaw for up to three people, starting in Market Square and moving from famous landmarks to quieter streets. Guides such as Pieter, David, and Davide share local stories, stop for photos, and tailor the route in Dutch, English, or French. Choose a one or two-hour outing.

“Walking around the town with the guide David made the trip wonderful with him telling us lots of historical facts and information about the town. David was very professional- speaking in two different languages fluently with us, in French and English.”

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Round-Trip Shuttle Service from Zeebrugge to Bruges - The 20-minute ride into Bruges
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Round-Trip Shuttle Service from Zeebrugge to Bruges

7.Round-Trip Shuttle Service from Zeebrugge to Bruges

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,143 reviews · 20 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Leave your cruise ship at Zeebrugge, take the free port shuttle to the terminal, then board Cruise Express Bruges for a 20-minute ride to Bargeplein. You get flexible return departures, a short walk to Minnewater Park and the old center, plus a benefits card with discounts at shops and museums.

“Super easy and convenient and cheaper than ship arranged shore excursions to get from Zeebrugge to Brugge. You also got much longer vs what the ship will offer. Driver and staff were all friendly”

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Bruges: Belgian Waffle-Making Workshop with Beer Tasting - Mixing batter and sharing a cooking station
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Bruges: Belgian Waffle-Making Workshop with Beer Tasting

8.Belgian Waffle-Making Workshop with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 960 reviews · 1h 30m · from $55

In Bruges, an English-speaking host such as Stefan, Michelle, or Brecht guides you through three Belgian beer tastings, beer-based waffle batter, cooking, and generous toppings. Work in pairs, choose non-alcoholic or gluten-free batter, and eat your waffles fresh, with leftovers possible.

“My family and I had a wonderful time at Waffles’nBeer. Our Guide Stefan was so fun and energetic, he really made our experience that much better. Even our 3 year old daughter has so much she couldn’t stop talking about!! We will absolutely do this again on our next visit!!”

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Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges - Starting at the Markt with Bruges in context
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Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges

9.Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 956 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $3

Walk Bruges after dark with a local guide such as Martin, Louis, or Patrick, hearing tales of trade, superstition, tragedy, and ghostly folklore. The 90-minute route leaves the Markt for quieter canals, Adornes Domain, windmills, and a final beer offer at the Bauhaus bar.

“I went to make some new friends and have a pint with folks. But the tour guide, Hein, was very off putting. He tried to convince someone from France, who is bi-lingual, the she wanted to take the French speaking tour. He told us that this was a "little known facts" tour, rather than a spooky tour. The history he gave had no context, and was pretty basic. The spaces we were taken too were nice. But it was dark and ran over, and then we were brought up by the windmill, which include steps and no handrail. There was one person who couldn't make the walk up, and everyone…”

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THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips - Meeting the yellow umbrella at the Belfry
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THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips

10.THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 925 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $3

Start at Bruges’ Markt with an English-speaking storyteller, then walk to the Belfry, Burg Square, Rozenhoedkaai, Boniface Bridge, the old hospital, and more. Expect about two hours of history, humor, local tips, and possible chocolate or waffle samples.

“Our first time to visit Bruges and this was a wonderful way to see the city and learn the history. Our Tour Guide was AMAZING! Highly recommend this tour!”

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Guided boat trip and walk - The Basilica and Bruges’ old civic power
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Guided boat trip and walk

11.Guided boat trip and walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 703 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $53

Walk Bruges with a local English-speaking guide, then see its medieval streets from the water on a 30-minute canal ride. The route covers Markt, the Basilica of the Holy Blood, the Beguinage, Arentshof, the Beerwall, and De Halve Maan Brewery. Groups are capped at 15.

“Our guide Fabienne was a local and very knowledgeable. She was very funny and answered all our questions. The walk was interesting and we covered a lot of sights. The boats tour was in-between walks. Brilliant choice as we could rest before doing more walking. I would recommend this tour.”

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Bruges: Guided Walking Tour - From the Lake of Love to the Beguinage
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Bruges: Guided Walking Tour

12.Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 682 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Spend two hours walking Bruges with an English or Spanish-speaking guide. See the Lake of Love, Beguinage, canals, Burg Square, Basilica of the Holy Blood, and Markt, then get advice on chocolate, beer, museums, and lunch away from the busiest tourist streets.

“We had a retired history teacher for a guide. His name was Piet And I think he works for another company called legend but he was a substitute today. He was very engaged and knew a lot about the history of the town and we enjoyed his infectious personality.”

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Belgian Chocolate Workshop in Bruges - From praline shells to ganache filling
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Belgian Chocolate Workshop in Bruges

13.Belgian Chocolate Workshop in Bruges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 660 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $70

Spend about 2½ hours making Belgian pralines and mendiants in a hands-on Bruges workshop. Guides including Sabina, Sara, Rose, Tina, and Son lead small teams through tempering, ganache, filling, and decorating. You finish with 35+ chocolates in a take-home box. Ages 12 and up.

“Sara is a fun, well spoken, gentle teacher and guide. The chocolate making class is comprehensive and easy. Small group experience-quiet and low stimulation. Scent of chocolate is mild and not overwhelming. You create 35 small (delicious!) filled chocolates. Sara shares interesting history of chocolate and the birth of filled chocolates (pralines). Highly recommend this wonderful culinary experience!!”

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Bruges: Frietmuseum Entry Ticket - Ground floor: the potato’s long journey from Peru
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Bruges: Frietmuseum Entry Ticket

14.Frietmuseum Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 652 reviews · 1 day · from $14

Visit Bruges’ Frietmuseum in the historic Saaihalle to follow the potato from Peru to Belgium, explore interactive exhibits, and learn how fries became a national favorite. Audio guides are available in five languages. Fries and drinks are sold separately in the medieval cellar.

“We had a great time making and eating waffles in Ghent! We also enjoyed drinking the Belgian beer samples! We were 2 adults and 2 12 year olds and we all enjoyed waffle making and look forward to making them again at home!”

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Bruges: Belgian Praline and Mendiants Chocolate Workshop - Your station and the first lesson in chocolate
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Bruges: Belgian Praline and Mendiants Chocolate Workshop

15.Belgian Praline and Mendiants Chocolate Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 620 reviews · 2h 30m · from $69

At a central Bruges workshop, an English-speaking instructor guides you through tempering chocolate, making praline shells and filling, and decorating mendiants. You create more than 30 chocolates, enjoy hot chocolate, and pack your handmade sweets to take home.

“A really interesting and fun activity with delicious chocolates to enjoy later.”

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