Private History Tours in Belgium: Our Top 6

1.Private Historical Tour: The Highlights of Bruges

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

Spend about two hours walking Bruges with a private English-speaking guide such as Martin, Piet, Sam, or Patrick. Visit the Markt, Belfort, Beguinage, Minnewater Lake, Burg Square, and more while hearing stories about medieval trade, swans, Michelangelo, Burgundy, and Bruges beer. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Martin was a great guide. He was friendly and knowledgeable. He made for a fun tour and did a great job giving an overview of the city and letting us know several options of things to do after the tour, ranging from places to eat to museums worth visiting. I'm glad I chose to have my introduction to the city via this tour. Good communication, reaching out the day before with meeting location details.”

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2.Private tour: Highlights & History of Antwerp

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

Walk Antwerp’s historic center with a private English-speaking guide from Legends Walking Tours. See Grote Markt, Carolus Borromeus Church, the old Bourse, Rubens sites, Vlaeykensgang, and the Cathedral of Our Lady. Guides such as Luc D., Edna, Johan, Flip, and Arie are known for lively stories and personal recommendations.

“My wife, myself, and a close friend were guided by Our guide, Luc D. What a fabulous time we had. Luc showed us around the Grote Markt. and surrounding streets. We visited churches, cafes, and the hidden gems of the city. Luc brought buildings alive with his descriptions and the history connected to them. The stories Luc told were so interesting. The time flew by. We learned so much about the history of Belgium and the importance of Antwerp in Europe. The tour was unforgettable. I highly recommend the tour and Luc D in particular.”

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3.Bruges: Private Historical Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 191 reviews · 2 hours

Walk Bruges’ medieval center with a private guide in Dutch, English, German, French, or Spanish. Expect Market Square, Rosary Quay, the Beguinage, Minnewater, St. John’s Hospital, and more, plus funny stories and practical recommendations. Guides such as Martin, Louis, Wouter, and Kobo have led this tour.

“Kobo was the best guide we could have hoped for! He was friendly, funny and incredibly knowledgeable about the history of Bruges. We highly recommend this private walking tour and most importantly, Kobo!”

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4.Private Historical Tour: Legends of Antwerp

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

Walk Antwerp with a private English-speaking guide such as Beren, Luc D, Joske, or Flip. Hear the story behind the city’s hand symbol and giant legends, then pass Grote Markt, Het Steen, Vlaeykensgang, Rubens House, the cathedral, and Plantin-Moretus Museum. The pace can be adjusted for your group.

“Our Guide, Luc D was extremely knowledgeable, personable, and enjoyable. Saw sights we would have seen on our own.”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 70 reviews · 3 hours

Spend three hours walking Antwerp’s historic center with a private guide in Dutch, English, French, or German. See Grote Markt, Brabo Fountain, City Hall, Our Lady Cathedral, Vlaeykensgang, Meir, Rubens House, and Central Station. Guides such as Luc and Rosemarie have tailored walks to guests’ interests, though the meeting point should be confirmed before arrival.

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

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6.Antwerp: Private Historical Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 36 reviews · 2 hours

Walk Antwerp’s historic center with a private English, Dutch, or Spanish-speaking guide. In two hours, you’ll see Grote Markt, Rubens House, Carolus Borromeus Church, the Bourse, MoMu, Plantin-Moretus, Vlaeykensgang, and the Cathedral of Our Lady. Guides such as Flip and Arie add local stories, legends, food tips, and room for your interests.

“Es war super, dass der Gight vorab Kontakt mit uns aufgenommen hat. So wussten wir, dass alles klappen wird. Treffpunkt war kein Problem. Wir hatten zwei sehr interessante Stunden bei unserem Rundgang durch Antwerpen.”

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