History Walking Tours in Belgium: Our Top 15

1.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

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

Walk from the Markt to Burg Square with an English-speaking guide from Legends of Bruges. You’ll hear stories of medieval trade, swans, beer, French kings, and Michelangelo while visiting 11 landmarks. Guides such as Louis, Victoria, Martin, Sander, and Willem bring local color to this budget-friendly tour.

“Great 2hr tour from Mr Patrick you see all the important places of Bruges! Definitely recommend for anyone want to see and learn about the city!”

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2.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp

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

Spend about two hours walking Antwerp’s historic center with guides such as Arie, Luc, Beren, or Marc. Hear stories at Grote Markt, see Rubens-linked churches, enter Vlaeykensgang, and finish by the Cathedral of Our Lady. The low fee is often tip based, so bring comfortable shoes.

“We walked with Birke at 9:30 am NYE 2025. She was an excellent guide: passionate about Antwerp, knowledgeable about the history and as a local shared fun information from her perspective. The tour was one of the larger Free Walking Tours we have taken and she managed the group size well. We’d highly recommend taking this tour as you get to Antwerp as it’s a great grounding for other things you may want to do.”

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3.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent

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

Walk from St Michael’s Bridge to St Nicholas’ Church with guides such as Tatiana, Kasia, Kenny, and Sophia. Hear stories of Ghent’s trade, rebellions, castles, churches, street art, and local food. The tour is in English, capped at 35 people, and follows a pay-what-you-want model.

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

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4.Brussels: 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 an English-speaking guide such as Ian, Sarah, Paul, Lou, or Clemens. Expect major sights, wartime stories, Belgian humor, a warm waffle near Manneken Pis, Mary chocolates, and practical advice for the rest of your stay.

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

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

Follow a local English, French, or Spanish-speaking guide from Bruges’ Markt through the Belfry, Beguinage, Lake of Love, brewery quarter, Rozenhoedkaai, and De Burg. Expect legends, practical tips, a chocolate treat, coupon booklet, and 360° VR views of medieval Bruges.

“Our tour guide Eric, was brilliant. He was very knowledgeable about Bruges and the history over the centuries. He was patient and humorous and welcoming to all who attended. The App works really well, including when we had to re-schedule at short notice. Keep up the good work.”

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6.Antwerp: Historical Walking Tour in the Old City

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 373 reviews · 2 hours · from $3

Walk Antwerp’s Old City with an English-speaking Urban Insight Tours guide, following a route from Het Steen to the cathedral. Expect medieval legends, guild halls, grand squares, local tips, and a small surprise. Guides such as Sergio, Shabnam, Joris, and Anna-Lena are known for warm storytelling.

“Our guide, Joeren, was knowledgeable, friendly and enthusiastic. I would highly recommend him!”

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7.2-Hour Historical Walking Tour in Bruges with Praline Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 291 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $3

Walk Bruges with local guides such as Peter and Joost on a two-hour English tour limited to six people. See the Markt, canals, Gothic buildings, Flemish art sites, old tanners’ quarters, and the city’s smallest street, with a praline included when the shop is open.

“Our guide Joost was very informative, interesting, and friendly. This is perfect as an overview of Bruges for anyone on a short stay. Great for getting a feel for the city, both the 'vibe' and the geography. Having seen the highlights on the tour, you can go back to what most interested you.”

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8.Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 277 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $3

Walk Antwerp’s historic center with a local English-speaking guide, visiting Het Steen, Grote Markt, Vlaeykensgang, Boerentoren, and the Cathedral of Our Lady. Guides such as Britt, Sergio, Muriel, Casper, Shanmon, and Joris bring the route to life with stories, questions, and local suggestions.

“A lovely way to start my day and learn about Antwerpen. The guide was brilliant and full of knowledge. Really enjoyed the tour with my group companions.”

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9.Bruges: Private Historical Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 191 reviews · 2 hours

Walk Bruges with a private guide such as Martin, Patrick, Wouter, or Louis, and see the Market Square, Beguinage, Minnewater, Rosary Quay, and more in two hours. Expect local legends, funny stories, history, and a flexible route in Dutch, English, German, French, or Spanish.

“Jonathan was a fantastic guide. Lots of knowledge of Brugge and it’s history.”

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10.Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Brussels – by Legends

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 164 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

This 2.5-hour English walk links Brussels highlights from Grand Place to Mont des Arts. Guides such as Dan, Isabella, Julien, Rita, Patrick, and Pablo cover royal history, comic art, churches, food, and local legends. Expect a group of up to 35, outdoor stops, and no admission fees.

“Good your - lots of excellent historical context with an extra special tour of a beautifully restored bed and breakfast. Highly recommend!”

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11.Bruges: Nightly Tales and Untold History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 154 reviews · 2 hours · from $51

Meet an English-speaking storyteller under the yellow Ambassadors Tours umbrella by Bruges Belfry. Guides such as Arthur, Pascal, Andy, and Alastair mix architecture, local history, folklore, ghost tales, and practical tips on a two-hour evening walk through quieter corners of the old city.

“We loved our tour with Alastair, he was super passionate and knowledgeable. We learnt a lot and had fun along the way”

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12.Bruges at Night: Murder, Mystery & Dark Stories Small Group Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $42

Follow an English-speaking guide through Bruges after dark, from the Belfry and Markt to old canals, pubs, trading houses, and Jan van Eyckplein. Guides including Sophie, Pascal, Alistair, Andy, Arthur, and Nick bring local legends, humor, maps, and theatrical storytelling to a two-hour walk for no more than 15 people.

“Much walking so wear comfortable shoes. Bruges is very pretty at night. This tour takes you beyond the normal tourist areas such as to the oldest pub in Bruges”

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13.Antwerp: Private 3-Hour Historical Sightseeing Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 70 reviews · 3 hours

Meet your private guide in central Antwerp for a three-hour walk through Grote Markt, Vlaeykensgang, Groenplaats, Meir, and past Rubens House. You’ll also tour Central Station, with Dutch, English, French, or German guidance. Guides such as Luc and Rosemarie tailor the pace and route to your group.

“Goed, enkel helaas met momenten moeilijk te verstaan (stadsdecibels)”

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14.Bruges: History, Chocolate and Beer Walking Tour

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

Walk Bruges with a local English-speaking 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 pralines being made, sample chocolate, and finish with beer at Bourgogne des Flandres.

“We had a wonderful tour and experience. Louis was fantastic, and was overall an exceptional guide. The history, chocolates and beer were fantastic. Highly recommend. Louis is amazing and so passionate about his city!”

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15.2-Hour Medieval Walk and Chocolate Tasting in Bruges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · from $3

Meet in Bruges Markt for a Spanish-language walk through the Belfort, Burg Square, Gruuthusestraat, Saint Boniface Bridge, Notre Dame, the Beguinage, and Minnewater. A craft chocolate tasting is included. The group is capped at 20, and the $3 booking price is followed by a voluntary guide contribution.

“There were no clear instructions. We waited at the tower for nearly 30 minutes but didn’t see anyone with a yellow and red umbrella. After returning an hour later, we finally saw someone with the umbrella, but he was just a Spanish guide who had no idea about an English or any other language guided tour. In the end, we didn’t use this service, despite having purchased tickets in advance.”

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