Belgium · WALKING TOURS

The 15 Best Walking Tours in Belgium

62 tours  ·  from $3 a head

Every old centre here is compact and hostile to cars, so walking is the honest way through it. These 15 cover Brussels, Bruges, Ghent and Antwerp, including the tip-based ones that cost almost nothing to reserve.

Bruges: Small Group Boat Cruise and Guided Walking Tour - Starting at Markt and the Basilica of the Holy Blood
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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

See Bruges by foot and boat on a 150-minute tour with local guides, canal views, chocolate tasting, medieval sights, and practical city tips.

“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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Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option - Lake of Love and the Beguinage
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Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option

Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges - Starting at the Markt and hearing Bruges’ political story
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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

Explore Bruges on foot, from the Markt and Belfort to Minnewater Lake and Burg Square, with stories, landmarks, and local tips for $3.62.

“Had Victoria as a guide who was fantastic! She offered a fun blend of historical knowledge and personal flair, pointing out some unique facts and sights that you wouldn’t find out on your typical tour”

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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp - Grote Markt and the story of Antwerp’s giant
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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.)

Walk Antwerp’s medieval lanes, Baroque landmarks, Rubens sites, and local legends with an English-speaking guide in two lively hours.

“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 - St Michael’s Bridge gives you the classic Ghent view
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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

Explore Ghent’s medieval center on a two-hour pay-what-you-want walk, from St Michael’s Bridge and Gravensteen to the Belfry and St Bavo’s.

“Camilla was a great guide. The tour was fun and insightful as she explained the background and history of Ghent and its gothic buildings. Also gave good recommendations for eateries. Glad we booked this tour!”

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Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting - Manneken Pis, with a waffle in hand
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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

Explore Brussels on foot, from Grand Place to Mary Chocolatier, with Belgian history, a warm waffle, fine chocolate, and useful city tips.

“We thoroughly enjoyed the walking tour. Our guide took time at each attraction to explain in detail which we much appreciated. We got to taste some of the best chocolate and waffles during the tour.”

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Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle) - Manneken Pis and the stories behind the statue
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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

Taste Brussels through chocolate, fries, waffles, and beer while exploring Grand Place, Manneken Pis, and local architecture.

“I am not one to write reviews, but this was such an amazing tour and experience. Thiago was the greatest tour guide with so much knowledge and such an enthusiastic way of explaining all the sights around the city. He had amazing recommendations as well for places to eat and museums and activities to take part in. I highly recommend this tour and specifically recommend going with Thiago.”

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Brussels Chocolate Walking Tour and Workshop - Grand Place and Brussels’ opening scene
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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

Taste Belgian pralines, see Brussels landmarks, and make your own treats on a 3.5-hour chocolate walk with tastings included.

“Absolutely devine afternoon. This was the most insightful and interesting chocolate experience we've ever had. I had never known chocolate was so complex. The tastings were great and really enjoyed the workshop.”

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

9.City Highlights Walking Tour

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

Explore Antwerp’s old town, guild houses, cathedral, secret alleys, Meir, and Central Station on a friendly 2-hour guided walk.

“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 - Vismarkt and the canal-side view
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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

Explore Bruges on foot and by canal with a local guide, seeing the Markt, Beguinage, beer sights, chocolate, and hidden corners in 2.5 hours.

“Our guide Patrick was wonderful. He had a lot of interesting insights into the history of Bruges. The boat trip was delightful. There is a fair bit of walking involved in this tour.”

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Brussels: City Highlights Walking and Tasting Tour - Mont des Arts gives you Brussels from above
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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

Walk Brussels from Grand Place to Manneken Pis with chocolate, waffles or fries, and four Belgian beer tastings.

“Our tour guide was lovely and very knowledgable! The tour itself was definitely worth the money, lovely chocolates, frites or waffles and Belgium beer. If you don’t like beer or don’t drink there’s also alternatives. Lovely small group too A must tour to do when in Brussels ⭐️”

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Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Bruges - by Legends - The Belfry and Bruges’ medieval power
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Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Bruges – by Legends

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

Walking tour of Bruges with boat option and/or beer tasting - The Beguinage brings quiet to the route
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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

Explore Bruges on a guided walk through medieval squares, canals, chocolate stops, and optional boat and beer experiences.

“Excellent overview of, and introduction to, Bruges. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and spoke English well, so no issues with understanding. She made sure the group stayed together and tried to accommodate all stops for pictures etc.”

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