Best Private Tours in Bruges

Best Private Tours in Bruges

Top 5 Tours in Bruges

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    Portrait from local Lavigna - The Taste and Tales of Bruges Storyteller
    Portrait from local Xavier - Showing you the real Bruges, and beyond
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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Bruges

    243 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Bruges

    Want to see the best of Bruges? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Bruges!

    €40.55per person
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    Portrait from local Inge - Cultural & chocolate lover
    Portrait from local Jay - The Passionate Traveler
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    City Kickstart Tour: Bruges

    175 reviews
    1.5 hours | city highlight tours | 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.

    €18.55per person
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    Portrait from local Hugo - The Global Nomad is Back in Town
    Portrait from local Artur - PhD in Tasting Chocolate and Beer | Expert Storyteller
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    The 10 Tastings of Bruges

    307 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.

    €83.48per person
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    Portrait from local Philippe - your personal cultural adviser
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    The Beauty of Bruges by Bike Tour

    36 reviews
    2.5 hours | city highlight tours | Bruges

    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!

    €32.72per person
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    Portrait from local Ann - The classy guide
    Portrait from local Inge - Cultural & chocolate lover
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    Withlocals Your Way! - Bruges City Tour

    556 reviews
    3 hours | city highlight tours | Bruges

    Did you know that the Bruges tour of your dreams exists? Yes, and it’s 100% personalized and created by your local host around your interests. Customize and see only the places that spark your interest. From classic landmarks to neighborhood walks - your wishes are our command!

    €43.54per person
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Experiences for every interest

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    Home Dinners • Local Delicacies • Food Markets...

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    Treasure Hunts • Arts & Crafts • Cooking...

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    Cultural Heritage • Castles • Myths & Legends...

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    Boat Rides • Wildlife & Nature • Day Trips...

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Explore Bruges with a local of your choice

Learn about their personal stories, and find out how you can explore Bruges together

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    Arn
    Born and raised Ghentian
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  • Hello I am
    Philippe
    your personal cultural adviser
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  • Hello I am
    Inge
    Cultural & chocolate lover
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    Jay
    The Passionate Traveler
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  • Hello I am
    Benedikt
    Passionate History & Culture Superspreader
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    Ann
    The classy guide
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  • Hello I am
    Martin
    The entertaining storyteller
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    Nathan
    The True Bruges Man
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    Lavigna
    The Taste and Tales of Bruges Storyteller
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    Hugo
    The Global Nomad is Back in Town
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Private Tours in Bruges

Bruges is sometimes called ‘The Venice of the North’, but perhaps it’s even better than Venice: it’s beautiful, full of history and without loads of tourists. Go discover this awesome little town with one of our private guides. Check the following 5 private tours to dig deep into the culture of Bruges.

  • City Highlights Tours

    Perhaps just want to discover all the best bits in one go? The City Highlights Tours in Bruges are ideal for those who don’t have loads of time to wander around. The perfect city highlights tour is by a private guide at your side! It’ll be a bit more expensive, but so worth it. You’ll have your guide all to yourself! He can custom make the tour precisely how you like it!

    If you like beautiful views across the canals, cute historical streets, gorgeous old bridges and chocolate tastings, these private tours in Bruges are just for you!

  • Cycling Tours

    Bruges is awesome to explore by bike because the center is traffic free and even the non-traffic-free bits of Bruges are calm and completely safe. Enjoy the luxury of a private guide while cycling Bruges. It’ll be delightful. You won’t have to care about finding the way. Just follow your guide, listen to his stories and relish the fresh breeze in your hair.

    The local guides for the bike tours are top-rated. You’ll cycle past the Beguinage, the town hall and even past some wind mills outside of the center. The cyling tours in Bruges are totally worth it.

  • Historical Gems Tours

    The historical gems tours are among our top private tours in Bruges. You’ll be surprised how many historical sights Bruges has: the Belfry (famous from the movie In Bruges), the Basilica of the Holy Blood, the Wollestraat, the Grote Markt and the Beguinage are just a few of Bruges’ historic beauties. Through the expertise of your private guide, you’ll get to see all of the hidden gems, not just the typically touristy places.

    We highly recommend you book a private tour to discover Historical Bruges. That way you can ask your tour guide whatever you like without having to worry about bothering others who are on the tour. You will truly get your money’s worth!

  • Food Tours

    Bruges is all about food, especially sweet stuff. It’s so yummy! Don’t leave before you’ve tasted ‘Brugse achten’, glazed cookies, ‘Brugs beschuit’, toasted, sweetened bread and ‘Brugs sigaretjes’, hollow, cigar-shaped cookies. And of course, like the rest of Belgium, Bruges is also famous for its chocolate.

    Discover all of the delicious food in Bruges on one of our food tours with a private guide by your side. The food tours are among our top private tours in Bruges! With a private guide you’ll discover all of the tastiest food at the coolest places around. As a Bruges local would say: Smakelijk!

  • Art and Culture Tours

    The art and culture tours also deserve a spot on our top 5 private tours. Bruges is quite famous for its art scene. If you know a little about art, you’re probably familiar with the ‘Flemish Masters’ like Jan van Eyck and Rogier van der Weyden. You can see their works in the famous Groeninge Museum.

    Furthermore, the contemporary art scene in Bruges is up-and-coming. If you’re interested, ask your private guide to walk the Bruges Art Route, an art-and walking tour. Don’t forget to ask him loads of questions. The advantage of having a private tour guide is that he can focus entirely on you and your travel mates. So don’t be shy!

Private Tours in Bruges with a local

Bruges is a wonderful experience with a local! From food tours and drink tastings to incredible highlight tours and day trips, there are Withlocals tours in Bruges that are waiting to be discovered by you. With an outgoing local host at your side, you will get to see Bruges through the eyes of a local! Whether you want to taste the most delicious recipes in the city or let a soothing glass of beer quench your thirst, there are private tours in Bruges that will fulfill your every delight! From The True Flavors of Bruges: 10 Tastings to the For the Love of Belgian Beer private Tour, you will sample the tastiest treats of the city on a private tour in Bruges. Are you more of a history buff? On a city tour of Bruges, you can travel back in time to marvel at the structures reminiscent of centuries past. From the Medieval Bruges Tour: Heroes, Myths & local Stories to the Bruges History & Magic private Tour, you will be enthralled by stories of the past in a city tour of Bruges. Looking for a getaway for the entire family? There are tours in Bruges that allow the whole family to enjoy activities and spend quality time together. From the Family Bike tour Through The Countryside & Damme to Hallo Bruges! Family Fun, Highlights & Gems, you can explore every twist and turn of the city as a family in a guided tour of Bruges. With many incredible opportunities at your grasp, you will certainly find tours in Bruges to have an incredible time! A Withlocals private tour is 100% customizable and you can request your local host to adjust your schedule according to your interests!

What other travelers love about our local experts

Ryan
About local
20 July 2025
Great stories and a smart friendly guide!

Artur arranged a great tour with expert knowledge of Brugge and a beautiful walk around the city. He took time to explain, didn't rush, and was always open to questions. Highly recommended!

Withlocals Your Way! - Bruges City Tour
Herb & Bonnie
About local
15 July 2025
Beautiful Bruges With Xavier

We couldn’t have had a better tour of stunningly beautiful Bruges than with Xavier! He was a polite, considerate, knowledgeable and particularly engaging guide. Full of many great stories, especially about the swans! We told him we needed a slower pace and frequent opportunities to sit, as we were pretty worn out from previous 2 weeks of cobblestone walking. He met us at the train station as planned and off we went to a park where there was a giant map of Bruges and he gave us an overview of everything before we started, ensuring we had a place to sit while he was talking. He made sure we had a bathroom break, along with a drink and rest. He truly loves this amazing city where he was born and it shows. We would not hesitate to recommend Xavier, whether for seniors (like us), or any other age groups. He has a knack for connecting with people and sharing his engaging stories and knowledge.

Highlights & Hidden Gems of Bruges
KENNETH
About local
13 July 2025
Fun History and great food!!!

Was a great walking tour with Artur in Bruges. We stopped by all the local spots for amazing food and drink while getting some history of the town. Highly knowledgeable and fun to interact with throughout the tour. Highly recommend if you are taking a tour in Bruges! Thanks Artur for a great tour and tasting of the city you love (and we love too)!

The 10 Tastings of Bruges
Dirk
About local
6 July 2025
Fantastic experience

Hugo is extremely knowledgeable and entertaining with a fine sense of humor. We had the perfect mix of history, main attractions, off the beaten path and stories from a beautiful town. Highly recommended!

Withlocals Your Way! - Bruges City Tour

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