The 10 Best Beer Tastings & Tours in Bruges, Flanders

December 16, 2021 Mollie Coke

What could be more romantic and inspiring than a place that looks like a backdrop for a fairy tale? The medieval overtones of Bruges’ cobblestone streets lead to countless historical, architectural and artistic wonders. Marvel at ornate houses lining intricate canals, and understand why this is a favorite destination for all types of travelers. The whole city emanates an appreciation of the past, a love of the present, and enthusiasm for the future. Don’t miss Hof Bladelin, Groeninge Museum, Church of Our Lady, and Belfry and Market Halls.
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1. The Highlights of Bruges: History & Legends

Markt 20, 8000 Brugge, Belgium Legends Free Walking Tours
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Walk around Bruges with a local guide, explore the historic centre and travel back in time to the golden days of Bruges. Our guide will tell you interesting facts and stories of love, glory and fortune, but also of intrigue, war and conflict. He or she can also advise you on where to eat and where to drink during your stay. By the end of the tour you'll know more than a local! IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips. The fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Local guide, Professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By anna t

Martin is the best guid you can have in town! He is patient and very engaging! He knows everything about the city and he is ready to answer to all the questions

2. Private: Discover Bruges beers & brewery with chocolate pairing by a young local

Kemelstraat 5, 8000 Brugge, Belgium BeerSecret
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A taste of local sweet delicacies & a unique combination of beer and artisan chocolate. Discover some hidden gems. Learn - in a personalised way- how Belgium got this fame for their beers Taste our high-quality, delicious Belgian beers, based on your current knowledge. For sure a good variety of styles. Discover the real taste of hops and malts. Get personalised beer-, bar- and restaurant suggestion

Inclusions: Young, passionate local guide who launched one of the first Belgian craft beers, Visit 4 locations incl. a brewery, 6 tasters: a good variety of beers like Trappist, Lambic & local styles, A surpising food pairing like chocolate and another local delicacy.

Exclusions: To visit more breweries or chocolateries, book on our website, Hotel drop off

Reviewed By Maarten V

A great beer tour in Brussels with Liselot, who has a lot of expertise in the beer brewing process and the different types of Belgian beers. We tried a few special and different type of beers, in some nice and traditional bars, all in a fun and comfortable atmosphere! I had a great evening :)

3. Private tour for a family with children in Bruges

Historium Bruges, Markt 1, 8000 Brugge, Belgium Citytoursbelgium
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Want to discover the beauty of medieval Bruges? We organize private tours to guarantee quality and safety. Local legends and stories explain the presence of the numerous statues on the town hall. At your pace we explore the fish market with 126 columns, houses with a wooden facade and picturesque bridges. During this tour you can take beautiful photos! You will discover the woven letters at the city palace or the statue of Michelangelo. Take a look inside the brewery "The half moon". There is an underground beer pipeline there! We see, smell and taste chocolate. Handmade! Ready for the next experience? Take a look inside the garden of a 300-year-old house and ... enjoy the heart on a facade at the Minnewater.

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Reviewed By NovaLavi

As a firm lover of art and architecture, I really liked this tour! I'm not a huge fan of cycling, but this way I had a much better experience when visiting Bruges. It would've been impossible to visit all these beautiful places in just one day. The guide was sublime. She told us many fun facts and amusing stories along the ride.

4. Private History Tour of Bruges - Customize Your Authentic Experience

Markt, 8000 Brugge, Belgium Ambassadors of Bruges Free Walking Tours
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The most passionate guides to be found in Bruges will take only you and your private group on a tour through the fascinating medieval city centre of Bruges. At the beginning of the tour we'll make sure to customise the experience so you'll get to see what's most interesting to you.

Inclusions: Local Storyteller (available for English, Spanish & Dutch)

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Getaway802218

Very nice experience with Jims. Very detailed guide to the history and culture of Bruges. And also have free chocolate taste.

5. Bruges Night Package: Evening Tour & Beer Tasting

Markt, 8000 Brugge, Belgium Legends Free Walking Tours
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Join our combo tour for a fun night out to discover the timeless beauty of Bruges, drink delicious beer and make new friends! First we take you on a tour of the lesser known parts of Bruges, the side tourists never get to see. We'll tell you old tales, legends and ghost stories that are as old as the city itself, and we'll make the fascinating history of Bruges come to life! The tour ends at the Bauhaus bar with a complementary beer. Next we’ll offer you a tasting of six of the best Belgian beers, including what is widely considered to be one of the best beers in the world, while the guide offers you an insight into our famed beer culture. The beer tasting takes approx. 2h and entirely takes place at the Bauhaus. Explore the dark side of Bruges along with Belgian beer culture in this 2-in-1 tour!

Inclusions: 7 beers are included in the price: one beer after the tour and 6 beers during the beer tasting., All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By anna t

Martin is the best guid you can have in town! He is patient and very engaging! He knows everything about the city and he is ready to answer to all the questions

6. Cycling through picturesque Bruges, bike included

Historium Bruges, Markt 1, 8000 Brugge, Belgium Citytoursbelgium
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Bruges is a small city with a rich history. The city walls form a green loop around the city. You can cycle along quiet paths. You will pass windmills, canals and city gates. The Bruges city center is fully part of the Unesco world heritage. When you cycle through this historic center, you will be surprised by a beautiful view around every corner. You will see cobbled streets, picturesque squares and impressive facades. This medieval city has well preserved its special features. A bike ride is a great way to discover the hidden corners. With a local guide you will discover cozy squares, green inner gardens and beautiful alleys.

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Reviewed By SamBN95

If you’re looking to discover Bruges less like a tourist and more like a local, this tour with Anna is the way to go! This 3 hour tour had so much to offer. We visited the highlights of the city, learned about the rich history of Bruges and still had time to sneak in the hidden gems that only the locals know about. The tastings were a true depiction of regional specialties and I find that eating like a local helps me connect with the culture so much more. Anna specifically is an excellent story-teller, so you will definitely be entertained as you eat piping-hot fries and taste the finest Belgian chocolate. Book a tour with her, and you won’t regret it!

7. Private tour of Bruges with a personal guide

Markt 1, 8000 Brugge, Belgium Citytoursbelgium
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During this guided walk the beauty of medieval Bruges is shown. To guarantee quality and safety we organize private tours. The local guide tells about the habits, culture and history. We help you to feel comfortable and we will bring you to the charming and hidden gems of the city. We will visit the places of your interest! And off course ... we will taste the divine chocolate! But we also make time to answer your questions. As a local we know the interesting stories. We are willing to share it with our guest in an enthusiastic way.

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Reviewed By NovaLavi

As a firm lover of art and architecture, I really liked this tour! I'm not a huge fan of cycling, but this way I had a much better experience when visiting Bruges. It would've been impossible to visit all these beautiful places in just one day. The guide was sublime. She told us many fun facts and amusing stories along the ride.

8. Private City Kickstart Tour: Bruges

Historium Bruges, Markt 1, 8000 Brugge, Belgium Withlocals
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4.9 based on 78 reviews

Receive a warm welcome to Bruges on a private tour that will kick off your time in the city in the best way possible! In only 90 minutes, a local guide will get you acquainted with Bruges to help you enjoy the rest of your stay to the fullest. Discover where to find Eiermarktand Church of our Lady, and how to explore them away from the crowds. And what about that unique family owned restaurant or that amazing local hotspot? We got you covered; the local guides are experts in the subject! Forget about touristy traps; on this city kickstart tour, your guide will point you in the right direction. Private City Kickstart Tour: Bruges is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

Inclusions: Private Tour, Small-group tour option available, Local Guide, Local Tips and Tricks, City Orientation

Exclusions: Hotel pick up & drop off, Extra food and drinks

Reviewed By samanthanT5737YK

Anna is an excellent choice if you’re looking for a tour that has a bit of everything. We learned so much about the history of the city, but were also shown some truly HIDDEN gems. There are spots in every city that you just never know are there until a local takes you there and Anna definitely has the knowledge to take you there. She is also an excellent story-teller and is very flexible in that your tastings can easily be customized to what you’re interested in. I highly recommend touring Bruges with her!

9. Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

Markt 20, 8000 Brugge, Belgium Legends Free Walking Tours
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4.9 based on 215 reviews

Walk around Bruges with a local guide, explore the historic centre and travel back in time to the golden days of Bruges. Our guide will tell you interesting facts and stories of love, glory and fortune, but also of intrigue, war and conflict. He or she can also advise you on where to eat and where to drink during your stay. By the end of the tour you'll know more than a local! IMPORTANT NOTE: Our guides are volunteers who offer tours for tips. The fee only covers the cost of booking via this platform.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By 216robink

Nice tour with enthusiastic and energetic guide. Good sense of humor and interesting facts about the city.

10. Best of Bruges: History, Chocolate & Beer Tour

Markt 3, 8000 Brugge, Belgium Legends Free Walking Tours
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On this tour, you will discover all the best Bruges has to offer. Our local guide will guide you through the medieval heart of Bruges to share with you the history, stories and legends of our glorious city. During our walk, we make a stop at the oldest chocolate shop in town where we show you the fine art of praline making and offer you some tastings. Loaded up on sugar we continue our historical walk around Bruges and round off the tour with a freshly brewed beer and a visit of the most romantic brewery in town: Bourgogne des Flandres. The tour runs every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday at 10h00. Duration: 3.5h. Available in English. Places are limited, so reserve your spot now!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Food tasting, Local guide, Professional guide, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages

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Reviewed By anna t

Martin is the best guid you can have in town! He is patient and very engaging! He knows everything about the city and he is ready to answer to all the questions

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