Things to do in Belgium
Day Trips from Brussels15 optionsAtomium Tours18 optionsChocolate Workshop in Brussels16 optionsBrussels Airport Taxi12 optionsBrussels Walking Tour50 optionsZaventem Airport Taxi11 optionsBeer Tour Brussels17 optionsBike Tour Brussels5 optionsBruges Walking Tour26 optionsBeer Tour Bruges5 optionsGhent Walking Tour12 optionsBrussels Food Tour30 options
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Historical Walking Tour Bruges: Medieval Stories & Local LegendsA walking tour of Bruges led by a local guide in your choice of English, French, Spanish or German, covering nine stops across the medieval city center—from the Market Square and Belfry to the Church of Our Lady, the Lake of Love, and the Beguinage. The tour runs roughly two hours and ends on Burg Square, the political heart where Bruges was born. Guides are volunteers who work for tips; the platform fee covers your booking only.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the stories behind the buildings rather than just their names—a local guide who knows why emperors, brewers and medieval families all left their mark on Bruges, and what the city looked like when it ruled medieval trade.
Brussels: Grand Place Beer & Chocolate Tour with 10 TastingsYou walk Brussels's historic center with a local guide, stopping at artisan chocolate makers for 10 tastings, then move into taverns around Grand Place for five Belgian beer tastings with cheese and fries included. The guide handles the route and the stories; you just show up and taste. Three hours, small groups, English-language tour.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to taste real Brussels chocolate and Belgian beer without arranging the stops yourself—the guide knows which shops and taverns are worth your time, and the fixed route means you cover the main sights and the food in one afternoon.
Historical Walking Tour Ghent: Legends & Medieval LandmarksA two-hour historical walking tour of Ghent led by a volunteer guide in English or Spanish, covering the Belfry, Gravensteen Castle, St. Bavo's Cathedral, Ghent Town Hall and five other landmarks that shaped the city's medieval past. The guide shares the history of Ghent as a trading hub, the stories behind its architecture, and the legends woven into its streets. Guides work for tips, so bring cash to reward them; the booking fee covers platform costs only. Suitable for all fitness levels and wheelchair accessible.Is it for me?Walk through medieval Ghent's most significant landmarks and hear the stories behind them in a single morning or afternoon, paying what you think it's worth.
Luxembourg & Dinant Day Trip from Brussels: Citadels & TownsYou spend the morning in Luxembourg City with a guide, visiting the cathedral, Grand Ducal Palace, and Neumünster Abbey, then see the modern Kirchberg district from above. After free time to explore, you head to Dinant to walk the riverside town and visit the Adolphe Sax museum. Transport, guide, and earphones are included; the full day out means you're traveling from 8am to evening.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Brussels who want to see two countries in one day without arranging transport or navigating between cities themselves. Expect a full day out—you leave early and return in the evening—which is what makes fitting Luxembourg's old town, the Kirchberg, and Dinant's riverside walk all into one trip possible.
Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle TastingYou’ll wander Brussels’ historic center with a local guide, taste fresh waffles near Manneken Pis, sample fine Belgian chocolate in the Royal Galleries, and catch city views from Mont-des-Arts. Expect small surprises — from quirky legends to warm street snacks — and leave with personal tips for exploring more of Brussels on your own.
Brussels City Tour: Grand Place, Manneken Pis & SablonA 2.5-hour guided walking tour of Brussels covers the Grand Place, Manneken Pis, the Sablon district with its Church of Notre Dame, and the Mont des Arts royal court area. The guide is live and speaks English, Spanish, or Italian — you choose the language at checkout. At the end, you give a voluntary contribution to the guide (€15–30 suggested).Is it for me?Choose the language that matches your comfort — English, Spanish, or Italian — and the guide leads the whole group through the same route, so you move at one pace and hear the same stories everyone else does. If you prefer a private guide or a different itinerary, a group walking tour is not the fit.
Brussels: Belgian Beer Tasting Tour & Trappist AleYou taste a Trappist ale and three traditional Belgian brews while a local expert explains the brewing traditions that make Belgian beer distinct. The 2.5-hour walk covers Brussels' city centre bars and includes one free beer upfront; you can stay longer at the final bar if you want. Bring photo ID if you're 18+.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to understand what makes Belgian beer different without spending a full day on it. The 2.5-hour format means you get the history, the tasting, and the local bars without the commitment of a brewery crawl.
Zeebrugge to Bruges Cruise Shuttle: 30-Min Return ServiceYou get picked up at Zeebrugge port and dropped at Bruges city center (Bargeplein station) with shuttles every 30 minutes between 8:30am and noon. The return trip is timed to your ship's departure, so you don't have to guess when to head back. A 5-minute walk puts you at the Lake of Love, where the medieval center begins. Book with your ship's name and reboarding time so the afternoon schedule works around you.Is it for me?Book this if you want a straightforward way off the ship and into Bruges without arranging separate transport or worrying about return timing — the shuttle schedule is built around your cruise departure, which is what makes a full afternoon in the city possible without the stress.
Storytelling Tour of Bruges: Medieval History & Local StoriesA storytelling tour of Bruges led by a passionate local guide who adapts the route and stories to the group's interests, covering the Belfry, Market Square, Burg Square, Saint John's Hospital and the city's most photographed bridge. The guide shares tips and recommendations for exploring Bruges beyond the tour, and the group stays small — maximum six people — so the experience stays personal. Tips are welcome at the end, with most people contributing €10 to €50 per person.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to hear Bruges through the eyes of someone who lives there rather than follow a fixed script — the storyteller shapes the stops and the pace around what you ask, so the experience is different for every group.
Bruges Evening Walking Tour: Dark History & Ghost StoriesYou walk through Bruges' hidden medieval streets and hear the ghost stories and legends locals know but tourists rarely hear. The 1.5-hour evening tour covers the old harbour, the 13th-century stock exchange, the Golden Hand Canal, and the oldest bar in Belgium (open since 1515), ending with a complimentary beer voucher at Bauhaus. Bring cash to tip the volunteer guide.Is it for me?Right for anyone who wants to see Bruges beyond the daytime tourist circuit and doesn't mind walking at a relaxed pace through narrow medieval streets; the evening timing and volunteer guides mean you get local knowledge instead of a polished script, and the beer voucher gives you time to sit and absorb what you've learned.
Brussels: Walking Tour & Belgian Beer, Chocolate & Waffle TastingYou walk the Grand Place and Manneken Pis with a local guide who explains the actual history, taste 8 pieces of premium chocolate at the Royal Galleries, drink a flight of 4 Belgian beers in a neighborhood bar, and finish with either a waffle or fries. The guide adjusts the experience to your taste preferences and dietary needs, so you're tasting what you actually want to try. Book it early in your stay so the guide can give you better tips on where else to go.Is it for me?Book this if you want the main Brussels landmarks and its most famous foods in one guided experience without figuring out which chocolatier is worth the price or which beers to order — the guide handles the stops and the tasting, so you just walk and eat.
Evening Walking Tour of Ghent: Dark Side & Medieval HistoryAn evening walking tour of Ghent led by a local guide through the city's medieval quarters, covering the Graslei harbour, St. Bavo's Cathedral, and the Patershol district. The tour takes roughly 1.5 hours and moves off the main tourist paths to tell the darker histories, legends and religious conflicts that shaped the city. A live guide in English or Spanish leads the walk; guides are volunteers supported by tips rather than a fixed fee.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want the stories behind Ghent's medieval architecture and its darker history rather than the standard highlights — the guide's knowledge of the legends, religious conflicts and economic shifts that shaped the city is what makes the walk worth an evening rather than a quick afternoon stroll.
Brussels: Chocolate Walking Tour & Hands-On WorkshopYou’ll wander through Brussels’ historic center with a local guide, tasting ten different chocolates at legendary shops and hearing stories behind each bite. Try your hand at making your own chocolates during a lively workshop—and bring them home as edible souvenirs. Expect laughter, unexpected flavors, and that lovely sense of being part of the city for an afternoon.
Bruges: Boat Trip & Walking Tour with Chocolate TastingYou board a small canal boat for a guided 30-minute tour of Bruges's waterways, then walk through the medieval center with a certified guide, stopping at Market Square, the Basilica of the Holy Blood, and the Beguinage. Chocolate tasting and a map are included. The whole experience takes a few hours, and you'll need to arrive on time at the Historium Point of Sale to meet your guide.Is it for me?Choose this if you want to see Bruges's main sights in one morning without figuring out which attractions to visit or how to navigate the canals—the small group and fixed route mean you cover the essentials and still have the afternoon free to explore on your own.
Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels: Medieval WalkYou get picked up from Brussels, driven to Bruges for a guided walk through medieval squares, chocolate shops, and bridges, then free time to explore on your own. After lunch, the bus takes you to Ghent for another guided tour of its cathedral, riverbanks, and guild houses, with another hour free before the return drive. Transport, guide, and city knowledge are handled; you just show up and walk.Is it for me?A good fit if you're based in Brussels and want to see both Bruges and Ghent without arranging transport or navigating between them yourself. The full day—roughly 10 to 11 hours out—is what makes fitting two cities and free time in each one possible.
Bruges: Belgian Chocolate Workshop & Pralines MakingYou’ll get your hands sticky tempering real Belgian chocolate in Bruges, shape pralines from scratch (not just dipping!), laugh with locals over ganache mishaps, sip rich hot cocoa, and leave with your own golden box packed with handmade treats—plus the recipes to try again at home.
Brussels Walking Tour: Comics, Chocolate & Royal LandmarksYou’ll join a small group in Brussels for a relaxed walk led by a local guide—expect stories about comics and world wars, stops at Manneken Pis, the Royal Palace, plus tastes of chocolate in sunlit galleries. It’s easy-paced with plenty of laughs and real-life details that stick with you long after you leave.
Bruges Day Trip: Windmills, Damme & Canal ViewsYou get a guided walk through the medieval village of Damme with its Gothic Town Hall and canals; a panoramic bus loop past 16th-century windmills and the fortified walls that once guarded Bruges; and several hours free in Bruges itself with a digital interactive map and local tips. Round-trip transport, guide throughout, no meals — you choose where and what to eat.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to see Bruges and its surroundings without arranging your own transport or timing — the bus handles the logistics, the guide handles the history, and you handle what you eat and where you wander in the afternoon.
Brussels: Belgian Beer Tasting & Chocolate with Local GuideYou'll taste six Belgian beers paired with chocolate at four of Brussels's oldest taverns, walking through the Fishmarket, past the lost river Zenne, and into Delerium Café with a Belgian guide who's been doing this since 1985. The pace is steady, the groups are small, and you'll end up in places most visitors miss. Minimum age is 16, and public transport is nearby if you need it afterward.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to taste real Belgian beer in actual taverns without planning the route yourself — the guide handles the navigation and the pacing, so you just show up and move from one place to the next.
Brussels: Chocolate Tasting Tour & Factory VisitYou meet your guide at the City Hall tower on the Grand Place, a UNESCO World Heritage square since 1998, and learn how Brussels' medieval trade routes led to its chocolate dominance. You walk through the 1847 Galeries Royales arcade, taste pralines at the royal-court-trusted Corné Dynastie, and visit a working chocolate factory where you sample raw cocoa nibs and watch the full production process. The tour lasts around 90 minutes and includes a local guide and multiple chocolate tastings.Is it for me?Book this if you want to understand Belgian chocolate's history and craft in one morning without arranging multiple stops yourself — the guide connects the medieval trade routes, the architecture, and the actual chocolate-making into one story that makes every tasting make sense.
