15 Beer Tours in Bruges to Build a Day Around

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

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

Follow a live English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide through Bruges, from the Lake of Love and Begijnhof to Markt and the Belfort. The walking tour covers the city’s essential sights, then a 30-minute canal cruise offers a new view of the medieval center. English tours can add a tasting of four Belgian beers.

“Maria was a really great and insightful guide, who made everything about Bruges really interesting. She kept us entertained and was also very helpful in giving us tips on bars and must dos in Bruges”

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2.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, Brecht, or Koen guides you through three Belgian beer tastings, batter-making, waffle cooking, and topping. Choose a beer for your recipe, work in pairs, and eat as many waffles as you can make. Gluten-free and alcohol-free options are available.

“Fantastic experience in Bruges! The host was warm and welcoming, sharing great stories about the history behind the three beers we tasted. The waffle-making was just as fun – clear instructions, plenty of toppings, and you get to eat everything you make. I had three big waffles and my partner had four, all fresh and delicious. A perfect mix of local flavour, hands-on fun, and friendly hospitality. Definitely worth it!”

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3.The Waffles ‘n Beer Workshop in Bruges Centre

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 429 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $71Top rated

In central Bruges, you’ll taste three Belgian beers, choose a favorite for your waffle batter, then bake and eat as many waffles as you like. Hosts such as Michelle, Koen, Brecht, Lesa, Stefan, and Wilford bring humor and local stories to the 90-minute English workshop. You’ll leave with the recipe.

“What a tremendous experience! Our host Brecht was great, very personable, and had a great sense of humor. The beer choice was excellent and the waffles were really good. A must do.”

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4.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 such as Maria, Peter, or Helmut, visiting Minnewater Lake, the Beguinage, Burg Square, and the canalside photo spots. The tour lasts about 2.5 hours and may include separate boat and beer options, so confirm exactly what is covered before booking.

“Combination of a walking tour (1.5 hours) and boat ride (30 minutes, at my leisure). Enjoyed the excursion.”

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5.Bourgogne des Flandres Brewery and Distillery Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 367 reviews · 1 day · from $18

Visit Bourgogne des Flandres Brewery and Distillery in central Bruges with a self-guided audio tour. See the brewer working, learn how hops and genever are made, watch beer ferment in open vessels, and finish with a 25 cl beer or soft drink in the bar. The canalside terrace and upper-floor views add plenty of atmosphere.

“Small but informative, a great view from the end of the top floor, and then a glass of the fantastic Bourgognes des Flanders beer to end. Didn't get time to go back for the Beer Flight of 6 draft beers unfortunately!”

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6.Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop with Beer Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 203 reviews · 2 hours · from $59

At Chocolate ’n Beer in Bruges, you’ll make pralines from dark Callebaut chocolate and a milk-chocolate ganache, with guidance from hosts such as Wilfred, Tom, or Koenraad. The two-hour English-language class includes Belgian beer tastings, stories about Bruges, and a box of your own chocolates to take home. Stations are shared by two people.

“100% recommend for chocolate lovers or just as a fun activity. My partner loves chocolate and left saying the place should be UNESCO protected. We’re not a fan of beers and still enjoyed the pairings, we expected to just make chocolate but we also learned about beers and Bruges. The guide spoke English and French and even a bit of Spanish.”

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7.The Beer Experience Museum Entry with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 201 reviews · 1 day · from $16Best value

Visit Bruges Beer Experience in the Old Town for a self-guided, hands-on look at Belgian beer. Your iPad Mini audio guide covers brewing, Trappist and abbey beers, women and beer, and food pairing. Add a €6 tasting afterward, with snacks available for purchase. Children up to 12 can follow the Bruges bear Kids Tour.

“tutto ottimo, soprattutto per la presenza di un'audioguida in italiano non così scontata in Belgio. Per il resto se nel reparto bar ci fosse una più ampia scelta di cibo sarebbe molto apprezzato da chi predilige bere a stomaco pieno”

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8.Bruges Beer Experience Entrance Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 185 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $16

At the Bruges Beer Experience, you use a tablet and headphones to explore Belgian brewing, Trappist and abbey beers, food pairing, and beer culture at your own pace. Children ages 5 to 12 get a separate Bruges bear story. Admission covers the museum only, while drinks at the 16-tap bar cost extra.

“Great museum with self-paced audio tour. They did a great job explaining the history and cultural aspects beer with lots of whimsical and fun facts. I highly recommend you include the beer tasting at the end - nice cap to the visit!”

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9.Bruges Beer Tasting Experience (with cheese!)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $45

Meet your guide at Bruges’ characterful Bauhaus Bar for six Belgian beer tastings, paired with cheese, salami, or charcuterie. Hosts such as Lavinia, Lavigna, and Lilith have led relaxed sessions covering brewing methods, Belgian beer history, and local breweries. You stay seated, making this an easy introduction to Belgium’s beer culture.

“We had a really friendly group from Germany, the us and us 4 from the uk. We had a great lady who gave lots of interesting information about some of the local brewery’s and the tasting beers were great. Plenty of chopped salami and cheese to help the beer go down.. A nice comfortable venue as well. Well worth the money.”

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10.BeerWalk Bruges (English guide)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54

Spend about three hours walking Bruges with an English-speaking guide such as Thom or Tina, learning how beer shaped the city and tasting five Belgian beers. Stops include the Bruges Beer Experience, Bourgogne Des Flandres Brewery, ’t Brugs Beertje, Cafe De Kuppe, and ’t Zand. The group is limited to 20 people.

“Thom was a fantastic guide who was passionate about Bruges and his local Belgium beers. A great way to see and hear about the city’s history and how vital the brewing industry is to the area. Thom was a great host and introduced us to beers that we hadn’t tried before. Excellent value for money, good company and banter for 3 hours. Well recommend”

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11.BeerWalk Bruges with Dutch Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · from $52

Walk Bruges with a Dutch-speaking guide such as Alain, Kathleen, Bram, Maarten, or Thom, stopping at five beer venues for Belgian tastings. You’ll visit the Beer Experience, Bourgogne Des Flandres, ’t Brugs Beertje, Café De Kuppe, and ’t Zand, with five beers, water, and a souvenir BeerWalk glass included.

“We had Alain as tour guide and it was a fantastic afternoon. Learned a lot about the city of Bruges and the beers that come from there and the surrounding area. Definitely recommended to do if you want to explore the city in an accessible way, learn some and taste delicious beers!Auto-translated”

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12.History, Chocolate and Beer Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 65 reviews · 3h 30m · from $64

Spend 210 minutes walking Bruges with an English-speaking local guide such as Louis, Hilde, Martin, or Jonathan. See the Market Square, Beguinage, St. John’s Hospital, and the city’s smallest street, then watch a praline demonstration and taste chocolate. Finish with a brewery visit and beer on a canal-side terrace.

“Well paced and highly informative. Our guide Martin has a definite pride in the city and the tour. Great to learn of the various influences that have affected Bruges over the centuries.”

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13.Belgian Beer Tour with Chocolate Pairing

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 32 reviews · 2h 30m · from $75

Walk through Bruges with an English-speaking guide such as Liselot, tasting five 15-centiliter beers at three stops. You’ll visit a brewery, meet the brewer, play a beer game, and pair Belgian beer with artisan chocolate. Expect local history, tucked-away beer spots, and practical advice on what to drink next.

“Loved the passion and discussions we had during all our tastier some very interesting venues. A fantastic way to understand more about the history of Belgium beers and find out what you prefer by tasting.”

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14.Bruges Beer Tour with chocolate pairing by a young local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $67

Join a young local guide in Bruges for an English walking tour through beer bars, chocolate shops, and lesser-known local stops. Taste Belgian ales, Trappists, Tripels, Lambics, and craft brews, with chocolate pairings and brewing lessons. The group is capped at 16, and guides such as Patrick bring a friendly, personal touch.

“Patrick was fabulous!! His knowledge of Belgium beer cannot be beat. We learned so much and had such a fun time. Great way to spend an afternoon! Thanks!”

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15.3-Hour Beer and Chocolate Tasting Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8 reviews · from $295

Spend about four hours exploring Bruges with a private guide, including a three-hour guided visit through the old center. See Market Square, The Burg, Dijver, Fish Market, and Minnewater, then taste chocolate at Choco-Story and enjoy a three-course lunch at De Halve Maan brewery. Guides speak Dutch, English, French, or German.

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