The 15 Best City Tours in Belgium

1.City Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 816 reviews · 2 hours · from $22Our pick

Walk from Handschoenmarkt through Antwerp’s old center with a live English or Dutch guide. See Grote Markt, the Cathedral of Our Lady, Vlaeykensgang, Vleeshuis, Meir, and Central Station. Guides such as Mark, Leo, Luc, and Marijke are known for local stories, humor, and practical food tips.

“Fantastic! Neil was great and also shared great advice on where to eat, go and do. Everything he told us about Antwerpen was interesting and entertaining.”

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2.City Highlights Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 529 reviews · 2 hours · from $38

Ride through Antwerp’s historic center with an English- or Dutch-speaking guide. In two hours, you’ll see the cathedral, city hall, Steen castle, Central Station, the old port, and MAS Museum, with frequent stops for stories, photos, and local tips.

“We had a great time on our Antwerp bike tour! Our group consisted of four adults, two teens and a 9-yo. Everyone was able to find a bike that fit them and Bob, our tour guide, was friendly and funny. It was a bit harrowing riding through the shopping district on a Saturday but the challenge made it all the more fun. Definitely recommend it if you're looking for a fun way to see the city.”

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3.City Highlights Walking and Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 505 reviews · 2h 30m · from $82

Meet an English-speaking guide such as Tiago, Walid, Julie, or Serdar at Hilton Brussels Grand Place. Walk through Mont des Arts, the Royal Saint-Hubert Galleries, Grand Place, and Manneken Pis, with chocolate, waffles or fries, and four Belgian beer samples along the way.

“Julie was an excellent host with a wealth of knowledge. A thoroughly enjoyable tour.”

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4.40-Minute Historical Boat Tour of City Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 430 reviews · 40 min · from $12

Cruise Ghent’s center for 40 minutes with a local guide in Dutch, English, or French. You’ll pass Graslei, the Great Butcher’s Hall, Dulle Griet, the Old Fish Market, Gravensteen, and Rabot. Boats may be open or covered, and written text is available in Spanish, Italian, and German.

“Very enjoyable. We had to swap days in a pre-booked ticket snd this was no problem. Very accommodating. The guide was excellent. Multi linguistic, knowledgable and amusing. We went out at 18.10 and light was perfect as we caught sunset which was great for photography.”

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5.Historical Walking Tour in the Old City

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 373 reviews · 2 hours · from $3Best value

Follow an English-speaking volunteer guide from Het Steen through Antwerp’s old city, Grote Markt, Vleeshuis, Handelsbeurs, Vlaaikensgang, and the cathedral. Guides such as Sergio, Shabnam, Joris, and Anna-Lena bring local legends and practical food tips to a two-hour walk.

“A wonderful tour. Our guide was really informative and knew pretty much of all Antwerp’s history. Recommended!”

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6.City Highlights and Hidden Gems Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 344 reviews · from $40

Ride through Brussels with guides such as Philippe, Andrea, or Renat, mixing major sights with lesser-known neighborhoods and quiet streets. You’ll use a well-maintained city bike, stop at a local café, and hear stories about Brussels’ history and urban change in English, Dutch, or French.

“We really enjoyed this bike tour. The company is a non-profit organisation with their guides volunteering. It really came across that it is a passion for the guides and they do it as they live their city and love cycling. The pace was leisurely without being too slow so the very mixed ability group was well able to keep up. We visited a lot of the city and found things we never would have otherwise. The underground cemetery was a particular favourite! The bikes themselves were well maintained and easy to ride and we were matched to the right size before setting off. Highly recommend! Our guide even extended the…”

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7.Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 277 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $3Top rated

Join Urban Insight Tours for a two-hour English walk through Antwerp’s old center. Guides such as Britt, Sergio, Muriel, Casper, Shanmon, and Joris have led this route, covering Het Steen, Grote Markt, Vlaeykensgang, and the cathedral, with local suggestions and a small surprise.

“Great guide, very educational walk with a touch of humor. Interesting places discovered. In the old part of Antwerp!Auto-translated”

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8.City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 258 reviews · 1 day · from $18

Visit Antwerp City Brewery De Koninck without a guide and follow an interactive route through beer history, brewing, and Antwerp’s beer culture. You’ll cross a four-meter-high brewhouse bridge, enjoy two tastings, test your tapping skills, and finish with optional food and shopping.

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9.City Highlights Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 244 reviews · from $44

Join Quasimundo Bike Tours Brugge for a 2.5-hour ride through Bruges with a Dutch- or English-speaking guide. You’ll see Market Square, the Burg, Church of Our Lady, the Beguinage, windmills, old parishes, and quieter streets. Guides such as Kim, Jos, Peter, Martin, Dany, and Yoost are known for lively local storytelling.

“Kim was a great guide with lots of info/history of Bruges. It was a perfect length of time and we saw lots of interesting spots.”

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10.Guided City Tour with Food Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 228 reviews · 2h 30m · from $93

Walk Ghent with local guide Sophie from Vrijdagmarkt to five food stops, tasting Belgian classics, local products, beer, chocolate, and more while seeing the medieval towers, Graslei, Korenlei, and Graffiti Street.

“Sophie was so amazing and so knowledgeable and happy to share the stories of Ghent. we jad some good tastings and great tome and met new people. I would highly recommend this tour as it was a lot of fun and takes you to many places that you probably want yo see anyway.”

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11.City Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Bike Tour

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

Ride through Ghent with guide Tim or another Dutch or English-speaking guide, linking famous sights with quiet lanes, parks, canals and lesser-known corners. Bikes and raincoats are provided. The gentle route includes a halfway drink stop, though food and drinks cost extra.

“The tour was fascinating. Our guide Tim was very friendly and knew lots about tbe city as his family had lived there for generations. He took us through quiet city streets and cycle paths and the bikes were good. I would reccomend if if you visit Ghent.”

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12.Guided Antwerp City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 177 reviews · from $50

Travel from Brussels to Antwerp by air-conditioned coach and explore the city on foot with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. See Antwerp Central Station, Market Square, the cathedral, medieval streets, the port, and Jewish district. Free time lets you try stoofvlees, drink a Bolleke, or shop.

“The check in was great and our guide Yasmin really knew her stuff having worked with he company since the 90s. She catered to all travellers, the young and the old and showed absolute delight and pride in showing us her country. I dont think a 6 hour day trip is worth it and if keeping it the same, it could be done in the morning I think instead of the afternoon...so like 9.30 to 3.30 pm. Also would be good to have a pre- set meeting point and phone number for all destinations in that city so that people always know where to go incase they get lost during…”

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13.City Center Guided Food Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 174 reviews · from $70

Walk Brussels city center with a small group of up to 10 and taste six Belgian specialties, including beef-fat fries, frikadelle, fish croquettes, Liège waffles, and chocolate. Guides such as Chloé, Olivia, Amélie, and Antoine add food tips, local stories, and history in English or French.

“The knowledge and friendliness of our guide Chloe was amazing. Her knowledge of the city was a great add to the phenomenal food we ate.”

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14.Bruges PRIVATE City Kickstart Tour With Locals

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

Start at Markt for a private two-hour Bruges walk with a local guide. Expect major sights, lesser-known corners, medieval stories, and personal tips for food, beer, chocolate, and lace. Guides such as Patrick, Ann, Martin, Jay, and Lavigne have tailored routes to guests’ interests.

“Our tour guide was excellent. She walked us through the history of Bruges in a very professional manner. Thankyou!”

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15.City Card with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 79 reviews · from $75

Use a Brussels Card for 24, 48, or 72 hours of free entry to 49 museums, discounts on food and tours, and hop-on hop-off bus rides. You collect the card in central Brussels, then explore at your own pace. The bus ticket activates separately from the museum benefits.

“Voor ons was het perfect.. Op de heenweg de tickets op gehaald met de auto 48 uur ticket..hotel in de buurt van een opstap halte . 4 musea gezien dat hadden er veel meer kunnen zijn ..maar ervoor gekozen om met het mooie herfstweer wat extra terrasjes te pakken;)”

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