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The 15 Best Tours in Belgium

625 tours  ·  from $5 a head

Four cities inside an hour of each other, and a week is generous. The 15 below are the days that earn their place, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.

Brussels: Atomium Entry Ticket with Design Museum Ticket - The permanent exhibitions explain the building
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Brussels: Atomium Entry Ticket with Design Museum Ticket

1.Atomium Entry Ticket with Design Museum Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 9,254 reviews · from $19Our pick

Enter Brussels’ famous Atomium, built for the 1958 World Fair and shaped like an iron crystal enlarged 165 billion times. Ride the lift for 360-degree views, explore permanent and temporary exhibitions, then walk eight minutes to the Design Museum Brussels and its large Plastics Design Collection. Bring headphones and a charged smartphone for the included game.

“The whole experience was great wish we had booked the restaurant”

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From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent - Bruges landmarks reward a good guide
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From Brussels: Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent

2.Guided Day Trip to Bruges and Ghent

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,353 reviews · 10h 30m · from $55

Travel by comfortable coach from central Brussels to Bruges and Ghent. Guides such as Antonio and Peter lead walking tours past canals, medieval squares, Saint Bavo Cathedral, and the Belfry. You get guided context plus free time for lunch, chocolate, photos, and independent exploring.

“The trip was amazing and our guide was very informative.”

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From Brussels: Bruges & Ghent Day Tour - 2 Fairytale Cities - The road to Ghent and the first look at Flanders
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From Brussels: Bruges & Ghent Day Tour – 2 Fairytale Cities

3.Bruges & Ghent Day Tour – 2 Fairytale Cities

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,242 reviews · 10h 30m · from $57

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Brussels to Ghent and Bruges with a multilingual guide. Expect Saint Bavo Cathedral, the Castle of the Counts, Bruges’ Begijnhof, canals, the Belfry, and free time for lunch and exploring. Guides such as Veronica, Jan, Nico, and Juliana have been praised for clear storytelling and smooth organization.

“Our guide was very knowledgeable and was telling us the real story of the 2 cities. We loved the bus and the comfortable temperature they set when you were getting back between stops. The service is amazing the kudos to the staff.”

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Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip - Graslei and the old port
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Ghent: 50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

4.50-Minute Medieval Center Guided Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,637 reviews · 1 day · from $12

Take a 50-minute boat ride through Ghent’s medieval center, passing the Three Towers, Gravensteen, guildhalls, old port, and Prince’s Court. Live commentary is given in Dutch, English, and French, with illustrated translations in six more languages. Guides such as Kobe, Brent, Anna, and Tom have been praised for clear stories and humor.

“Great activity with a knowledgeable guide. Seeing Ghent by boat is a great option!”

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Choco-Story Brussels: Chocolate Museum Entrance with Tasting - Getting started with the welcome tasting
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Choco-Story Brussels: Chocolate Museum Entrance with Tasting

5.Choco-Story Brussels: Chocolate Museum Entrance with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4,883 reviews · 1 day · from $18

At Choco-Story Brussels, follow the journey from cocoa bean to Belgian praline with an audio guide in several languages. See a live demonstration by a chocolatier, taste the finished praline and other samples, try interactive exhibits, and browse the chocolate shop. The visit is self-paced, family-friendly, and usually takes about one to two hours.

“I loved the interactive parts of the museum and the way that all the information was presented. The only thing I would change is that I would provide headphones/earphones to the visitors so that the noise in the rooms can be reduced and everyone can enjoy the exhibit.”

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Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels - Ghent’s castle and the old port
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Bruges and Ghent – Belgium’s Fairytale Cities – from Brussels

6.Bruges and Ghent – Belgium’s Fairytale Cities – from Brussels

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4,809 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Brussels to Ghent and Bruges for a 10.5-hour guided day. See St. Bavo’s Cathedral, the Gravensteen, Graslei, Minnewater, Burg Square, and the Basilica of the Holy Blood. Guides may speak English, Spanish, and French, and the Bruges canal ride costs extra.

“This excursion was amazing. We loved the architecture of the buildings and how cozy and warm it feels in these towns”

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Bruges: Small Group Boat Cruise and Guided Walking Tour - Starting at Markt, the heart of the old city
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Bruges: Small Group Boat Cruise and Guided Walking Tour

7.Small Group Boat Cruise and Guided Walking Tour

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

Meet your local guide at the Historium on Markt for a 150-minute introduction to Bruges. Walk past the Basilica of the Holy Blood, Fish Market, Four Horsemen, Gruuthusemuseum, and Church of Our Lady, then cruise the canals and taste Belgian chocolate. Guides speak English, French, German, and Dutch.

“Patrick proved to be an excellent guide , informative and interesting and very willing to answer questions A well balanced walking tour with a boat trip in the middle.”

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Brussels: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Starting at Central Station or Grand Place
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Brussels: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

8.Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4,016 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $29

Use a 24 or 48-hour Tootbus pass to explore Brussels on the red route, from Central Station and Grand Place to the European Quarter, Marolles, Tour & Taxis, and Atomium. Open-top views, multilingual audio, a kids’ guide, live bus tracking, Wi-Fi, and walking tours help you cover a lot without wearing out your feet.

“Efficiency and timing of bus system and timely updates The walking tour could have been better because the availability of guide was not visible”

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Brussels: Entry Ticket to Mini-Europe - From Grand-Place to Big Ben
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Brussels: Entry Ticket to Mini-Europe

9.Entry Ticket to Mini-Europe

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,870 reviews · from $23

Walk through Europe in miniature at Mini-Europe in Brussels. See Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower, Grand-Place, the Acropolis, and 350 detailed monuments, then trigger eruptions, rockets, bells, and other interactive scenes. Allow about 1.5 to 2 hours, bring ID, and combine it with the nearby Atomium.

“Great experience, it was nice seeing all the places I've visited in minuture form.”

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Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option - Starting near the station and the Lake of Love
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Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option

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

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

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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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges - Belfort: the tower as a civic warning bell
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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

11.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

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

Spend about 2 hours 15 minutes walking from Bruges’ Markt to Burg Square with an English-speaking guide such as Louis, Victoria, Martin, or Sander. Expect medieval stories, beer-trade lore, swans, Michelangelo, local tips, and possible chocolate samples. Groups can reach 24 people, and gratuities are recommended.

“Victoria’s charisma, wonderful humour, historical knowledge and perfect English brought the history and city to life in the most enjoyable way.”

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Hungry Mary's Famous Beer and Chocolate Tour in Brussels - Starting at Charles Buls Fountain
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Hungry Mary’s Famous Beer and Chocolate Tour in Brussels

12.Hungry Mary’s Famous Beer and Chocolate Tour in Brussels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,258 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $119

Spend four to five hours walking central Brussels with Hungry Mary guides such as Marie, Nina, Hugo, or Clemens. Taste about ten chocolates, at least five beers, Belgian fries, cheese, and Trappist pours while seeing the Galeries Royales, Manneken Pis, Grand Place, and old taverns. Expect full beer servings, a group of up to 25, and English commentary.

“Such a fun and enjoyable tour! Clemens and Nina were absolutely fantastic and made the experience an absolute blast! We got to see some great blink and you miss it spots while tasting some fantastic chocolate and beer. 10/10 would recommend.”

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From Amsterdam: Bruges Day Trip in English with Boat Option - Starting at Aloha Bowling in Amsterdam
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From Amsterdam: Bruges Day Trip in English with Boat Option

13.Bruges Day Trip in English with Boat Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,989 reviews · 12 hours · from $61

Spend 12 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Bruges with an English-speaking guide. See Minnewater, Begijnhof, Burg Square, the Church of Our Lady, and Grote Markt, then enjoy three hours for chocolate, lunch, shopping, or a canal boat. Guides such as Blanca, Pia, Peter, and Gabriel are known for clear storytelling and useful local tips.

“I had a great day in Bruges! Our tour guide, Peter, was great and very knowledgeable about the city and its history. After the tour, he recommended me a place to get vegetarian fries since most places in Belgium use animal oil. The bus transport there and back is also very nice. Overall great trip!”

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From Amsterdam: Bruges Day Trip in Spanish with Boat Option - Meeting at Aloha Bowling and settling into the bus
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From Amsterdam: Bruges Day Trip in Spanish with Boat Option

14.Bruges Day Trip in Spanish with Boat Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,866 reviews · 12 hours · from $61

Travel by comfortable bus from Amsterdam to Bruges for a Spanish-language walking tour of the Begijnhof, Lake of Love, Burg Square, Grote Markt, and more. Guides such as Blanca, Adrian, Rafael, and Juan Mi have led past departures. You get three hours to eat, shop, and explore, with a boat option available when offered.

“Good organization. Comfortable bus. Guide Adrian was excellent and very knowledgeable. I learned a lot from him an he gave us some good advices about activities, places to eat and shop. The only thing I will make different is to have more free time. But I understand the limitation due to the distance from Amsterdam.”

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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp - Hendrik Conscience Square and a quieter side of the center
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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp

15.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp

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

This two-hour English walking tour leads you from Grote Markt to the Cathedral of Our Lady through Antwerp’s legends, art, trade, printing, fashion, and medieval lanes. Guides such as Arie, Beren, Luc, and Gaston bring local stories to life. Expect a group of up to 35, plenty of standing, and useful advice for the rest of your visit.

“Our guide, Ari, shared his passion for the city with us and gave us a fascinating insight into its history and culture. We learned a lot and would gladly join his tour again!”

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