Where to Walk: the 11 Best History Walking Tours in Belgium

1.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

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

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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2.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp

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

Walk Antwerp’s old center with guides such as Arie, Luc, Beren, and Gaston. In about two hours, you’ll see the Grote Markt, Rubens sites, Vlaeykensgang, and Nello and Patrasche, while learning the stories behind the city’s art, trade, and legends.

“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 Ghent’s old center in English with local guides such as Tatiana, Kasia, Kenny, or Sophia. In about two hours, you’ll see St. Michael’s Bridge, Gravensteen, St. Bavo’s Cathedral, the Belfry, and more, with stories, city tips, and a pay-what-you-want finish.

“This is a great tour. Our guide was really knowledgeable and friendly. The sites and the pace of the tour were good and the guide kept us interested throughout the tour. Pace was good too. Would recommend.”

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4.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 in a small group of up to 14, stopping at landmarks, parks, the cathedral, a warm waffle near Manneken Pis, and Mary Chocolatier. Guides such as Ian, Sarah, Paul, Lou, and Clemens add history, humor, and useful advice for the rest of your Brussels 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

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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6.Antwerp: Historical Walking Tour in the Old City

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

Walk from Het Steen to Handschoenmarkt with an English-speaking volunteer guide. See the Grote Markt, Vleeshuis, Handelsbeurs, cathedral, Vlaaikensgang, and more while hearing Antwerp legends and getting personal tips for food, museums, bars, and events.

“Sergio did a fantastic job and had a very easygoing manner. We learned a lot on this tour and ended up going back to a couple locations he pointed out to explore in further depth later. It was a very nice introduction to the city and something great to do at the start of a trip to Antwerp.”

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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 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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8.Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City

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

Walk Antwerp’s historic center with guides such as Britt, Sergio, Muriel, Casper, Shanmon, and Joris. In about two hours, you’ll see Het Steen, Grote Markt, Vlaeykensgang, the cathedral, and more, then receive local suggestions for food, drinks, museums, and events.

“Shanmon our tour guide was so knowledgeable and shared many interesting facts and stories about the rich heritage and historical backdrop of Antwerp. She was very attentive to the groups interests.”

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

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

Spend about 2.5 hours walking central Brussels with a local guide such as Dan, Patrick, Rita, or Julien. See Grand Place, Manneken Pis, comic murals, the cathedral, Royal Park, and Mont des Arts while hearing stories, legends, food tips, and chocolate advice. The tour runs in English.

“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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10.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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11.Private Historical Tour: Legends of Antwerp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $105

Spend about two hours walking Antwerp with a private English-speaking guide. Hear the legends behind the city’s giants and hand symbol, see Grote Markt, Het Steen, Vlaeykensgang, Rubens House, and the cathedral, and adjust the pace to suit your group.

“Nice tour guide, somewhat imposing, not always gives correct facts. Asks too many questions. Does not know anything about Jewish community of Antwerp.”

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