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An exceptional tour guide
"It was a pleasure to take a walking tour of Bruges with Xavier. He is engaging, friendly, and professional, and was able to give us lively stories of the town's history as well as interesting landmarks. He is charming and also recommended local gems to us as well as other locations not to be missed throughout Belgium. A highly recommended tour guide."
ChristianAbout local XavierBruges, February 1, 2026
5.0
The perfect walking tour
"Artur was a terrific guide for our Bruges walking tour. He brought a perfect balance of history, humour, and storytelling (and food stops) to the tour. We was also extremely generous with his time before and after the tour, giving many recommendations for the perfect stay in Bruges and Ghent. We had a wonderful few hours with Artur and could not recommend him more highly!"
"A tour with Patrick highly recommended for the first day. He will show you the highlights, tell you the stories behind them, and make recommendations of places to eat and drink. We enjoyed fabulous with him. He tailored the tour to accommodate specific needs, which was very much appreciated. He's great company and a great guide."
"Martin was a terrific guide! We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 hour walking tour. He provided cultural context, shared interesting stories and insights about Bruges, and was a very knowledgeable about local history. At the end of our tour, he made some great suggestions about local shopping and restaurants for us to visit. Great experience!"
Drift through the fairy-tale city of Bruges on a private Canal Tour. See medieval facades and secret gardens from the water. A Bruges boat tour with a local expert is the most magical way to explore.
A Historic Bruges Canal Tour
Bruges' canals, or 'Reien', were the medieval city's arteries of trade during its Golden Age. A canal tour today follows the same historic routes that once transported Flemish cloth and spices.
Culture & Legends: A Canal Tour View
On your Bruges canal tour, you'll see the graceful swans that own the waterways. Legend says the city was cursed to keep swans on its canals forever, making them an iconic part of the cultural landscape.
Local Tastes on Your Canal Tour
Imagine floating past charming canal-side cafes. Before your private canal tour, ask your local guide to point out the best spot for a rich Belgian hot chocolate or a refreshing local beer.
A Famous Painter's Canal Tour
See the city that inspired Flemish Primitive painter Jan van Eyck. A Bruges canal tour offers a unique perspective on the medieval architecture and magical light that feature so prominently in his masterpieces.
Hidden Gems on a Bruges Canal Tour
Your boat will navigate under dozens of beautiful bridges. One of the most famous is the Bonifacius Bridge. It looks ancient, but was built in the 20th century, a perfect photo spot on your canal tour.
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Don't settle for a standard boat trip. With a private Bruges Canal Tour, you get a personal journey tailored to you. Hear fascinating stories from your local guide and discover hidden spots. The best spots are limited, book your exclusive tour today!
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The 10 Tastings of Bruges
344 reviews
3 hours | Food tours | Bruges
Ready to taste the best food in Bruges? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Bruges.
What better way to explore and discover Bruges than with a local by your side. Join me on a private tour where I can show you the main highlights of the city. From Bruges City Hall to the Basilica of the Holy Blood, and more. And for a local treat, a tasty chocolate tasting!
Enjoy the freedom of exploring Bruges on a bike tour with a local. Cover more ground, take scenic routes, and cycle through main spots like The Markt and De Halve Maan. Take in the views as you bike through the city in a safe and fun way, and hear fascinating stories at every stop along the way!
"We had a great walk around Bruges with Hugo.
He was funny, warm, and very informative, and tailored the walk to suit our various interests and personalities, as well as bringing his own personality along with him!
He also shared lots of tips of museums and places to eat and drink after the walk.
Highly recommend booking with Hugo. "
"We only had a short time in Bruges during our honeymoon cruise but Ann made it all we could have hoped for and more! She curated the day into what we were hoping of learning about the history, culture, architecture, and food around the city. She even recommended a quick dinner location that ended up being one of our favorite meals of our two weeks in Europe, which we would have never known without her! Truly amazing!"
"Hilde was great and gave us a good insight into Bruges - why it was so historic and how it had arisen. The food tasting side was limited to chocolate, waffles, chips and beer. But that is probably more to do with the limitations of the local cuisine. She gave us plenty of tips on how to get the best out of the rest of our stay. "
ChristineAbout local HildeBruges, January 17, 2026
5.0
Thorough tour
"Despite a very rainy day, we got out and took a thorough tour. Hugo knows the town well and had lots of interesting information. Thank you Hugo"
"We loved our time with Martin. There were 11 of us between the ages of 8 - 80 and everyone had positive reviews of our tour. Martin was so knowledgeable about history, culture and food and catered the tour to exactly what we needed. He’s kind, personable and a joy to be around. Highly recommend ! "
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You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
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5 hours | city highlight tours | Bruges
Ready for a jam-packed tour, full of history, culture, stories, and sights? Checkmark from your travel bucket list all your must-sees of Bruges, because if there’s a Withlocals tour that shows you all the city's ins and outs, it’s this complete and personalized tour of Bruges.
Welcome to Bruges! Want to know the best places to eat? Cool events in town? Which places to go to and which to avoid? Or simply get some help to navigate the city? Book this private tour with a local and get the perfect introduction to Bruges to start your city trip on the right foot.
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