History Walking Tours in Belgium: Our Top 6

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.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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