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The 15 Best Walking Tours in Belgium

66 tours  ·  from $3

Old towns here are built for feet and hostile to everything else. These 15 walks cover Brussels, Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp, priced by length, with a note on which ones finish at a bar and which finish at a museum door.

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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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp - Carolus Borromeus Church brings Rubens indoors
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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp

4.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,837 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Start at Grote Markt and finish by the Cathedral of Our Lady on this two-hour English walking tour. Guides such as Arie, Luc, Beren, and Frans connect Antwerp’s monuments with local legends, Rubens, trade, printing, fashion, and the tale of Nello and Patrasche.

“Gaston was a wonderful guide. He spent just the right amount of time at each stop, so we were able to hit the major sites without feeling rushed. We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Antwerp.”

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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent - Graslei, Korenlei, and Ghent’s trading waterfront
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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent

5.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,761 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $3

Start at St Michael’s Bridge and walk through Ghent’s medieval core with an English-speaking local guide. See Gravensteen, the three towers, St Bavo’s Cathedral, Werregarenstraat, and more. Guides such as Tatiana, Kasia, Kenny, and Sophia are praised for warm storytelling and useful food and beer tips.

“Tatiana was a knowledgeable, professional, exciting tour guide. She shares her love and appreciation of Ghent with her guests.”

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Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting - Grand Place and the symbols in the stone
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Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting

6.Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,165 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $42

Walk from Grand Place to Place Royale with a guide such as Ian, Sarah, Clemens, or Paul, learning Brussels history and culture along the way. The 2.5-hour route includes a warm waffle, Mary chocolates, major landmarks, quiet parks, and practical tips for the rest of your stay.

“Clemmons was a great tour guide. He was knowledgeable and fun ans pointed us to the best chocolates in Brussels! We only had 1.5 days and Brussels and I feel like this was a great way to see the highlights of the city.”

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Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle) - Grand Place, Brussels in one square
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Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)

7.Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 929 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $84

Walk central Brussels with guides such as Tiago, Tim, Julie, or Walid, learning the city’s stories while tasting pralines, fries or waffles, and Belgian beer. Expect a small-group tour of up to 20 people lasting about two to three hours, with the final beer tasting seated.

“Very good informative tour. Our guide (Tiago) was very knowledgeable and kept us all engaged dispite the very cold weather and rain. The only disappointing part was having to eat our waffles and fries outside but it didn't spoil the experience as a whole. Tiago was very helpful with giving us information about the whole area.”

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Brussels Chocolate Walking Tour and Workshop - The one-hour chocolate workshop
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Brussels Chocolate Walking Tour and Workshop

8.Brussels Chocolate Walking Tour and Workshop

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 885 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Explore Brussels with a guide such as Avo, Emin, or Emil, stopping at Grand Place, Manneken Pis, Saint Catherine’s, and several chocolatiers. Taste about 10 Belgian chocolates, then spend an hour making simple decorated treats to take home. The tour is friendly, central, and best for chocolate fans who enjoy walking.

“Excellent tour! So glad we booked this and would definitely recommend this tour to friends. Wide variety of chocolates.”

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Antwerp: City Highlights Walking Tour - Meeting at Handschoenmarkt and the Nello statue
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Antwerp: City Highlights Walking Tour

9.City Highlights Walking Tour

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

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

10.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

11.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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Brussels: City Highlights Walking and Tasting Tour - Starting at Hilton Brussels Grand Place
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Brussels: City Highlights Walking and Tasting Tour

12.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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Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Bruges - by Legends - Starting at Markt and the Belfry
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Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Bruges – by Legends

13.Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Bruges – by Legends

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 483 reviews · from $2Best value

Walk Bruges from Markt to De Burg with a local English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide. You’ll hear legends at the Belfry, Beguinage, canals, brewery, and hidden lanes, plus see 360-degree VR views of medieval Bruges. Guides include Sam, Louie, Mauricio, Victoria, Thomas, and Patrick.

“The tour was interesting, informative and off the beaten path. Well worth the time and got to better understand Bruges and its history.”

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Brussels Highlights Walking and Bus Tour w/ Waffle - Manneken Pis and the Royal Galleries
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Brussels Highlights Walking and Bus Tour w/ Waffle

14.Brussels Highlights Walking and Bus Tour w/ Waffle

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 430 reviews · from $45

Spend four hours seeing Brussels by foot and air-conditioned coach. Your guide leads a short walk through Grand Place, Manneken Pis, and the Royal Galleries, then points out the Atomium, royal district, Sablon, Jubelpark, and EU quarter. English, French, and Spanish commentary may be combined.

“Thought the walking would be self guided, but our guide lead us for about 30 minutes of touring in the Grand Place area. Then onto the bus! She guided us in 3 different languages, easily.”

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Walking tour of Bruges with boat option and/or beer tasting - Beer, medieval houses, and medieval medicine
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Walking tour of Bruges with boat option and/or beer tasting

15.Walking tour of Bruges with boat option and/or beer tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 416 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $37

Walk Bruges with an English-speaking guide for about 2.5 hours, visiting Minnewater Lake, the Beguinage, medieval squares, canals, and chocolate shops. Canal boating and beer tasting may be available as add-ons, but confirm what is included before booking. Guides have included Maria, Peter, Eduardo, and others.

“JK was a great guide for walking part of this experience. Knowledgeable & witty. Boat tour good too. We were let down as there was no record of our booking for beer tasting in Beer Museum and ticket issued to us by Viator was not acceptable to them. Disappointing as this was last evening in Bruges and we have asked for a refund.”

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