Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels
4.25,068 reviews10h 30m
from €45
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Hungry Mary's Famous Beer and Chocolate Tour in Brussels
5.02,489 reviews4h
from €99
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Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting
4.91,481 reviews2h 30m
from €35
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Brussels Walking and Tasting Tour (Beers,Chocolates&Fries/Waffle)
4.91,038 reviews2h
from €70
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From Brussels: Explore Bruges on a Guided or At Your Pace Tour
4.3700 reviews10h
from €45
Check availabilityTop sights in Brussels
- 1Grand Place
- 2Manneken Pis
- 3Atomium
- 4Comic Strip Trail
- 5Art Nouveau Quarter
- 6Royal Museums
- Architectural Splendor: From the breathtaking Gothic and Baroque opulence of the Grand Place to the pioneering Art Nouveau townhouses of Victor Horta (like the Horta Museum and Hôtel Solvay), Brussels is an open-air architecture textbook. The surreal, futuristic Atomium offers panoramic city views from its 1958 World's Fair spheres.
- A Capital of Culinary Craft: This is the global epicenter for chocolate, with legendary artisans like Pierre Marcolini, Neuhaus, and Mary offering praline tastings. Pair this with over 1,500 unique Belgian beers, from fruity Lambics to strong Trappist ales, and iconic street food like crispy Liège waffles and double-fried *frites*.
- Quirky & Comic Culture: Brussels birthed the comic strip, celebrated along the Comic Book Route's giant wall murals and in the immersive Belgian Comic Strip Center. The city's irreverent humor is embodied by the ever-costumed Manneken Pis and his lesser-known counterparts, Jeanneke-Pis and Zinneke Pis.
Tickets and passes in Brussels
Private tour : Treasures of Flanders Ghent and Bruges from Brussels Full day
4.822 reviews7h
from €673
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Brussels Chocolate Beer Waffle and Belgian Whiskey All-in-One (Small Group) Tour
5.0555 reviews5h 30m
from €149
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Brussels: Bean-to-Bar Belgian Chocolate Workshop & Tastings
4.6510 reviews1h 30m
from €70
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Discover Brussels by bike: Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour
4.8234 reviews3h 30m
from €35
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Virtual Room Brussels - 1st virtual reality team experience
4.743 reviews1h
from €31
Check availabilityHidden gems in Brussels
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Le Wolf - La Maison de la Littérature de Jeunesse
A whimsical bookstore and cultural center entirely dedicated to children's and youth literature, with a cafe and regular storytelling events.
Parc du Cinquantenaire
A vast, triumphal arch-dominated park built for Belgium's 50th anniversary, housing the Art & History Museum and Autoworld.
Cantillon Brewery
A family-run, traditional lambic brewery in the Anderlecht district, operating since 1900 and open for self-guided tours.
Saint-Gilles' Town Hall and surrounding streets
An opulent, almost palatial town hall in the commune of Saint-Gilles, surrounded by stunning Art Nouveau and eclectic architecture.
The Sewer Museum (Musée des Égouts)
A small, unique museum located in a real, functioning sewer vault near the Porte de Hal, explaining Brussels' underground history and water management.
Day trips from Brussels
Bruges (Brugge)
1 hour by train (frequent direct service from Brussels Central)
The quintessential medieval Flemish city, a UNESCO World Heritage site often called the 'Venice of the North' for its picturesque canals, cobbled lanes, and remarkably preserved Gothic architecture.
Ghent (Gent)
30-40 minutes by train (frequent direct service)
A vibrant university city with a stunning medieval core, Ghent offers a perfect mix of history, lively nightlife, and a less touristy atmosphere than Bruges. Its altarpiece, the Adoration of the Mystic Lamb, is a must-see masterpiece.
Antwerp
45 minutes by train (frequent direct service)
Belgium's fashion and diamond capital, a dynamic port city with a rich artistic heritage tied to Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens. It boasts a stunning cathedral, a magnificent railway station, and a cutting-edge fashion district.
Plan your Brussels trip
Things to do in Brussels: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Brussels?+
Top sights include Grand Place, Manneken Pis, Atomium and Comic Strip Trail. Away from the crowds, try Le Wolf - La Maison de la Littérature de Jeunesse and Parc du Cinquantenaire.
What are the most popular tours in Brussels?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels (4.2 stars, 5,068 reviews); Hungry Mary's Famous Beer and Chocolate Tour in Brussels (5.0 stars, 2,489 reviews); Brussels: Historical Walking Tour with Chocolate & Waffle Tasting (4.9 stars, 1,481 reviews).
How much do tours in Brussels cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €14 and €673 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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