Top 15 Private Tours in Belgium

1.Private Historical Tour: The Highlights of Bruges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 315 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $99Our pick

Explore Bruges with a private English-speaking guide such as Martin, Piet, Sam, or Patrick. In two hours, you’ll visit the Markt, Belfort, Beguinage, Minnewater Lake, Burg Square, and more while hearing stories about medieval trade, swans, beer, art, and local life. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Erik was a great guide—he took us through all the highlights of Bruges while giving us all the historical context for everything. He also recommended some great locals’ places to eat and drink. Highly recommend!”

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2.Private tour: Highlights & History of Antwerp

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $105

This private English-language walk takes you through Antwerp’s old center with guides such as Luc D., Johan, Edna, Flip, and Arie. In about two hours, you’ll see Grote Markt, Rubens landmarks, the Bourse, Vlaeykensgang, and the Cathedral of Our Lady. It suits first-time visitors who want history, local tales, and practical tips in a flexible format.

“Lizbeth was incredible. She gave such a locally inspired private tour. She somehow was able to answer ever obscure question I asked. She was a delight to learn from and was one of the best guides I have ever had.”

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3.Bruges Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 296 reviews · 2 hours

Spend two focused hours walking Bruges with a private guide in English, French, German, Spanish, or Dutch. The route covers the Belfry, Burg Square, Jan Van Eyck Square, the canals, St. John’s Hospital, Minnewater, and the Princely Béguinage. Hotel pickup in the old center is included.

“Paul is amazing. He was born in the hospital in Bruges and he is highly educated in law and he showed us places and tell us the history of each place and his own stories of his childhood which make our tour so good that we wish we have more time to learn more from him. We highly recommend Paul when you are in Bruges. Thank you Paul.”

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4.Brussels Highlights & Hidden Gems Private Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 251 reviews · 3 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $95

Explore Brussels with a local host such as Patrick, Sebastian, Francis, or Chloe. Your 3 to 8 hour private walk can focus on history, food, architecture, family interests, or lesser-known corners. Expect Grand Place, Manneken Pis, the Royal Palace, chocolate and beer stops, plus optional public transport between distant sights.

“Our guide, Patrick, was very informative and kept the narrative very interesting while showing us the Brussels most interesting spots. There was a good balance of history and current life facts. We really enjoyed our tour and will definitely try to come back in the future.”

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5.Belgian Beer Tasting and Course at a Private Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 219 reviews · 1h 15m · from $32Best value

Meet at The Unusual Cafe for a 75-minute English-language class with five Belgian beer tastings, water, and a guide such as Tommy, Moses, Isabel, or Jack. You’ll compare styles, learn brewing basics, and practice tasting in a friendly setting. A Brussels pub crawl is available afterward for an extra fee.

“Moses was a Great Guide who found a very good way to combine facts, stories, and Beer tasting. The group was not too big and relaxed, which was great aswell.thanks”

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6.Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Bruges Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $106

Spend three hours with a private Bruges guide such as Ann, Arthur, Patrick, or Nathan, following a flexible route through Markt, Burg Square, canals, historic churches, Minnewater Lake, and local neighborhoods. You may stop for Belgian chocolate, waffles, beer, or another local tasting, with the pace shaped around your interests.

“Great to get out of the busy tourist areas and see where people live. Hitting a great old bar from the early 1900 for a hot chocolate and beer was fantastic.”

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7.The 10 Tastings of Bruges With Locals: Private Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 216 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $163

Spend about three hours walking Bruges with a private local guide such as Artur, Hugo, Martin, or Jay. Expect 10 food and drink tastings, city history, Belgian waffles, frites, chocolate, beer, cheese, and possible dietary adjustments. The pace and stops can be personalized, but portions may be tasting-size rather than a full meal.

“Great guide, good tasting and history and amazing stories. Very knowledgeable guide and extremely interesting”

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8.From Bruges to Damme: Private Electric Scooter tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 194 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Take a private electric scooter tour from Komvest in Bruges toward Damme with a Dutch, English, or Spanish-speaking guide. Expect key landmarks, Market Square, Cranenburg House, canal views, windmills, and time for questions. The route can be tailored, though recent arrangements focus mainly on Damme.

“Maxim was an incredibly good guide. He really made our trip enjoyable. Nothing was too much trouble and he was informative. Highly recommend this activity”

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9.Private Historical Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 191 reviews · 2 hours

Walk Bruges with a private guide such as Martin, Patrick, Wouter, or Louis, hearing medieval stories, jokes, and local facts along a two-hour route. You’ll see the Market Square, Rosary Quay, Beguinage, Minnewater, Burg Square, and more. The route can be tailored to your interests, and a discount booklet is included.

“We toured with Martin and had an amazing experience! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of Brugge and was very engaging and entertaining throughout the entire tour. He also gave us some great recommendations for continued exploration of the city, and some awesome food and beverage recommendations.”

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10.Private Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 183 reviews · 2 - 6 hours · from $64

Meet a Lokafyer at your hotel, a central café, Brabo’s Monument, or Den Engel, then explore Antwerp on a private walk built around your interests. Guides such as Stefany, Michele, Christophe, and Ludo have led engaging tours covering history, food, neighborhoods, the riverfront, university, and lesser-known sights. English tours last 2 to 6 hours.

“Just landing into Antwerpen, I wanted to bypass the maps and slogging it out myself so, Ludo as my personal guide, was my perfect solution. He showed me around his town, I got my bearings, gained a good understanding of the legends and history of the old town and felt super comfortable to orientate myself and plan with confidence for my next few days here. Really interesting and informative.”

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11.Brussels PRIVATE TOUR With Locals: Highlights & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 177 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $114

Spend three hours exploring Brussels with only your party and a private local guide. See St Nicholas Church, the Royal Palace, Grand Place, and possibly Bois de la Cambre or Sonian Forest. Your guide shapes the route around your interests and includes one local snack or drink. Guides such as Tiago, Eric, Matteo, and Asefeh are praised for lively stories and useful food tips.

“Matteo was such a fantastic guide for my day in Brussels. He showed me the highlights of the town, and gave me some wonderful tips for the rest of my time in the city. Thank you!!!”

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12.Bruges PRIVATE City Kickstart Tour With Locals

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 174 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend about two hours walking Bruges with a private local guide who can shape the route around your interests. You may hear stories from guides such as Patrick, Ann, Jay, Martin, or Hilde, visit major sights, find quieter corners, and get personal advice on chocolate, beer, lace, restaurants, and lunch. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“Delightful walking tour of Bruge! Our guide, Lavigne, was terrific. Born in Bruge, She spoke perfect English. Warm, engaging and full of charming stories and history we could not have asked for more when I mentioned I wanted to buy some handmade lace, she called around to find some for me.”

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13.From IEPER Private 4-hour Tour of the Ypres Battlefield

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 154 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Spend four hours with Soren or Sabine visiting Ypres sites tied to the First World War. From hotel or station pickup, the private tour covers Hill 60, Sanctuary Wood, Tyne Cot, Saint Julien, and Essex Farm. Expect maps, photographs, flexible pacing, and help connecting battlefield sites with your family history.

“Soren was superb.Entertaining and very informative.He new the history of Ypres and a deep knowledge of the historical origins of treaties relevant to the first world war.This tour gives a good impression of the course of the battles and their legacy”

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14.Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 134 reviews · 2 hours

You’ll walk privately through Ghent with a live guide in Dutch, English, French, or German. The route covers Graslei, Korenlei, St. Bavo’s Abbey, Vrijdagsmarkt, Dulle Griet, the House of Alijn, Gravensteen Castle, and the Old Fish Market. Hotel pickup may be arranged, but entry fees, meals, and transport cost extra.

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15.Private Historical Tour: Legends of Antwerp

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

Walk Antwerp’s old center with a private English-speaking guide, visiting Grote Markt, Het Steen, Vlaeykensgang, the Cathedral, and more. Guides such as Flip, Luc D, Joske, and Beren bring local stories to life, including the city’s giant, hand symbol, Golden Age, Rubens, and printing past. Expect cobblestones, flexible pacing, and no included museum admission.

“Beren was a fantastic tour guide and he knows SO MUCH about Antwerp! I loved learning the backstory of the hands you see throughout Antwerp, as well as the Red Star Line’s history. If you’re a history buff, I highly recommend booking a private tour with Beren- you won’t regret it!”

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