Where to Walk: the 13 Best Bruges Walking Tours

1.Small Group Boat Cruise and Guided Walking Tour

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

Spend 150 minutes with a local guide exploring Bruges on foot and by boat. See the Basilica of the Holy Blood, Fish Market, Gruuthuse Palace, Bonifacius Bridge, and Beguinage, then taste Belgian chocolate. Guides such as Fabienne, Patrick, Ann, and Frank are known for lively local storytelling.

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

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

Join a French-, Spanish-, or English-speaking guide for a lively walk through Bruges, including the Begijnhof, Burg Square, Markt, and Rozenhoedkaai. Finish with a 30-minute canal cruise, and choose the English tour if you want to add a tasting of four Belgian beers.

“Our tour guide Maria was fantastic and her knowledge of Bruges was simply astounding. Bruges is a stunning city with beauty to be seen everywhere. Has deffinitely left me wanting more, will absolutely be back to explore more.”

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3.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

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

Walk through Bruges with guides such as Louis, Victoria, Martin, Sander, or Wouter, visiting the Markt, Belfort, Beguinage, Minnewater Lake, and Burg Square. Expect about 2 hours 15 minutes of stories, architecture, beer lore, chocolate stops, and practical advice in English.

“A really interesting and fun 2 hours with our group and guide Thomas. The weather didn’t put a downer on the tour and Thomas made the experience with his humour, knowledge and friendly manner.”

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4.Guided boat trip and walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 703 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $53

Start at the Historium on Bruges’ Markt for a small-group walk through guild squares, churches, canals, courtyards, and the Beguinage. Guides such as Fabienne, Patrick, Bruno, and Mark share local stories before a 30-minute boat ride. The tour ends at De Halve Maan Brewery.

“Amazing tour! Fabianne was the most wonderful guide. She took time and answered many questions. Nice to have such a lovely host! The boat ride was amazing too!”

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5.Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 682 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Walk Bruges with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, visiting the Lake of Love, Beguinage, Burg Square, Rozenhoedkaai, and Markt. Guides such as Maria, JK, and Peter are known for clear stories and local tips. Allow extra time afterward for lunch, chocolate, lace, or museums.

“Nigma was a wonderful Guide. Thanks for this interesting Trip throuh the History of Brugges.”

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

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

Walk Bruges from Markt to De Burg with a local guide such as Sam, Louie, Mauricio, or Victoria. Hear medieval stories, see major sights and lesser-known corners, and use 360° VR images to picture the city in its golden era. The two-hour tour includes chocolate and discount coupons.

“Excellent!!! kicking myself I don't remember my guides name. He was great!! tons of history, and some good jokes included. you can't beat this tour! please tip the guides well, they deserve it!”

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7.Walking tour of Bruges with boat option and/or beer tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 416 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $37

Walk Bruges with an English-speaking guide through Minnewater, the Beguinage, Burg Square, and canal-side lanes. Guides such as Maria, Peter, and Helmut have led engaging departures. Boat rides and beer tasting may be separate or optional, so confirm exactly what your booking includes.

“Last minute tour, it was well worth it. Beautiful sites. Maria was a great tour guide. She knew a lot and kept the small group entertained! It was just enough time and needed at Bruges”

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8.Bruges Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 296 reviews · 2 hours

Meet your private guide in central Bruges or at the train station for a focused two-hour walk through the UNESCO-listed center. Follow the route from the Belfry and Burg to Jan Van Eyck Square, the Fish Market, St. John’s Hospital, Minnewater, and the Princely Béguinage. Guides speak English, French, German, Spanish, or Dutch.

“Tour started late, but Jan still provide a full 2 hours and then some and was a GREAT guide.”

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9.2-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 or Joost, covering Markt, the Belfry, Gruuthuse, the canals, Boniface Bridge, Rosary Quay, and Burg Square. Expect two hours of history, humor, photo stops, food stories, practical tips, and a praline when the chocolatier shop is open.

“Great Guide!!! Very funny , Lots of informations…really a wonderfull tour ,relaxed but Engagement Tour Guide👍👍👍”

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10.Private Historical Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 191 reviews · 2 hours

Meet your guide beneath the red umbrella in Bruges’ Grote Markt for a private two-hour walk through the city’s medieval center. Guides including Martin, Louis, Patrick, Wouter, and Kobo share legends, history, and practical tips while tailoring the route to your interests.

“We were lucky to explore Brugge with Martin. The trip was like a dive into a fairytale! Fascinating beauty of the town accompanied with the story of this place told by Martin made our visit unforgettable! P.S. Thanks a lot to Martin for a great time and places to visit after our tour!”

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11.Nightly Tales and Untold History Walking Tour

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

Join an English-speaking storyteller such as Pascal, Arthur, Andy, or Alastair for a two-hour evening walk through Bruges. Expect lesser-known streets, local legends, striking architecture, ghost stories, beer and chocolate lore, and practical tips for the rest of your stay.

“This was a professional guide, who lives Bruges personnelly. We got so much additional details of the history of Bruges. He was perfect prepared and personally interested. It was a really great work and a interesting adventure!!!”

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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

Walk Bruges with an English-speaking guide such as Sophie, Pascal, Andy, Alistair, or Arthur, hearing comic, eerie, and unusual stories from the Markt to Jan van Eyckplein. This two-hour evening tour visits old harbors, historic squares, canals, bars, and lesser-seen corners in a group of no more than 15.

“Fabulous experience! Ask for Andy he was very engaging with 9 of us that were from various age groups.”

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13.Bruges by a Local: Exciting Stories, Mysteries, People and Choco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 82 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $3

Walk central Bruges for about two hours with guides such as Artur, Nick, Steven, or Pascal. See the Markt, Belfry, canals, bridges, churches, old hospital, and brewery, with local stories, photo tips, and advice for the rest of your visit.

“It was an awesome tour w Steven! Very fun tour and very informative. When at Brugges, walking tours are the best.”

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