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Private Brussels Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Custom
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Private Brussels Tour with a Local, Highlights & Hidden Gems, Custom

By CityUnscripted
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Ages 0-99
Duration: 3–8 hours
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Live guide: English, French
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  • Private and personalized walking tour with a passionate local
  • 3, 4, 6 or 8 hours walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation (primarily a walking experience however public transport may be used)
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Gratuities (optional)


Start:
  • Starbucks, Grand Place 4, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
    After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 30791P95

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Itineraries are fully personalized so any additional requirements like tickets, transportation and food & drinks can be arranged for an additional cost
    • Private groups are normally no larger than 6 people (if your group is larger, please make this known so that arrangements can be made)
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 30791P95

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    $130.17
    per adult (price varies by group size)
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    About the operator
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    • CityUnscripted
      179
      Brussels, Belgium
      Joined in May 2016
    • karenmO3523TM
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Super time
      Fantastic trip beautiful scenery and our guide was very personable and knowledgeable .i had a super time.coach was extremely comfortable
      Written August 5, 2024
    • mike d
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      An Interesting great way to explore Brussels
      Andrea was a WONDERFUL guide, and his pace with us through the city was great. He’s passionate about the history of Brussels, and it came through as we walked. Although the day was quite cool to cold at points he kept our interest and didn’t take too long explaining the architectural interests and history. I would highly recommend the tour, and if you can request Andrea, you won’t be disappointed!
      Written December 12, 2023
    • 254danaj
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful overview of the city
      Our personal guide Asefeh was very knowledgeable and friendly. We booked a 3 hour walking tour which was enough to see all the main sights in downtown Brussels. We can definitely recommend Asefeh to anyone wanting to do a personal guided tour.
      Written September 18, 2023
    • David R
      0 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Less than ideal guide.
      The tour guide was nice but had very limited knowledge of Brussels. She needs to study up before doing more tours. Her English skills were also limited. Not what we expected.
      Written December 20, 2022
    • NetforceOne
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      A Great Walk Around Brussels
      I was was passing through Brussels, and booked this private walking tour so I didn’t have to think about the logistics of getting around. My tour guide Asefeh was wonderful. She met me at the hotel, and we took the bus into the Grand Place area. She was very friendly and flexible regarding itinerary. She prepared an itinerary in advance, and we saw a lot of Brussels. I recommend this tour as it’s a great way to see Brussels in a few hours.
      Written November 11, 2022
    • Local_Traveler21
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The Best Brussels Tour Guide
      Michael is very knowledgeable of the history, culture, and must see Brussels spots while adding unique tidbits of information that made for a great tour. He made sure that my expectatons were all net. I highly recommend Michael to anyone who wants to experience a full appreciation of Brussels.
      Written September 17, 2022
    • 769syedi
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Loved it
      Jonas our tour guide was very friendly and amazing. We really enjoyed our time. He helped us alot with the pictures and everything we wanted to know along the way. Thank you Jonas!
      Written September 15, 2022
    • mkyryt1
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Beautiful day in Brussels
      Michael walked us all over Brussels, giving us a history lesson along the way. Not only did we enjoy his commentary, he showed us all the local eateries with the best food.
      Written August 11, 2022
    • 442cassandrav
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing tour!!
      This tour was absolutely amazing and probably my favorite part of my whole trip! I had such a fun time with my guide, Tiago, who was wonderful! He was very knowledgeable, kind, and made great recommendations-both on the day of the tour and for the rest of my stay in Brussels. The chocolate was incredible and I really appreciated seeing so many parts of Brussels I would never have found by myself. A really wonderful experience, I highly recommend it!
      Written July 20, 2022
    • M2429DWjessicaw
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A great mix of the classic sights & individual interests
      Tiago was a wonderful host - we had fun walking all over the city talking about the history of the monarchs here, the many times Belgium has defended itself from invasion and the history of this beautiful city, My guide was accommodating to my wishes as we walked the city - stopping for local street food, having a beer in the city's oldest pub and pointing out the best places for dinner. As a solo traveler, having a guide made me comfortable in the city to not get lost and I learned so much more than I would have through my own research and sightseeing. Tiago made it feel instantly like I had a friend in town.
      Written June 24, 2022
    • O8411RTcourtneyd
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wonderful way to spend a stopover
      We cannot say enough good things about our guide. We did this tour to help with the boredom of a long layover, and we were able to see some truly wonderful, unique things in our brief visit.
      Written April 26, 2022
    • SantoClarito
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The sweeter side of Brussels
      Although we had the most troublesome start imaginable due to my late arrival - me not knowing about Brussels' traffic and parking situation, the tour and time with Mickaël were exceptional. Mickaël was very nice, understanding, and with every step and word, you could feel his deep love for Brussels on the one hand but also chocolate on the other. He showed the places where locals go and which provide you with real treats as well as being great company while walking around the city. I would always recommend having a tour with him and letting him show you his idea of Brussels. Thank you for this very entertaining Sunday, and I hope to meet you again in the future.
      Written August 30, 2021
    • Umberdos
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Gifts for family & friends
      Popped in here to buy gifts for my friends and family while visiting Brussels. Amazing choice of different chocolates and varied prices. Death by chocolate!
      Written February 21, 2020
    • dinaneso2000
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Atomium Brussels
      Wanted to visit this place for a long while and finally did in December 2019. It was well spend afternoon as there was a lot to be seen and explored: building itself is very interesting both outdoor and indoor,the longest escalator inside is a real attraction..a lot of art to be seen also..if visiting Brussels you must visit Atomium..would do great family day out too
      Written January 12, 2020
    • DaisyDot24
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Day Exploring Bruges
      It was a great day, my guide met me in the morning exactly as planned and had our train tickets all set up, so off we went. We had a great chat along the way and the ride went quickly. We got off the train and started exploring Bruges. My guide had a ton of knowledge and recommended many different places. She had a great lunch spot in mind and we enjoyed some great local food. We had a great day exploring the various sites of Bruges, I wouldn't hesitate booking this tour again!
      Written January 11, 2020
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    Chuck C
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2021
    We booked a day trip to Brugge (Bruges) with City Unscripted. Our tour guide, Andrea, was everything you could want for this type of tour. Friendly, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable of local history, architecture, customs, and physical features.
    Although our tour was to Brugge, Andrea first walked us to Grand Place in Brussels. We had already walked Grand Place 2 or 3 times, but with him there to give the history and explain the architecture it took on a whole new meaning.
    Brugge is a beautiful town and a great way to spend a day if you have the time!
    Written October 21, 2021
    This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
    Dear chuckc I am so happy to hear that Andrea provided not only an awesome day trip to Brugge, but also shared his passion and knowledge of the Grand Palace in Brussels giving you a whole new perspective on a place you have visited a few time before. Andrea would be happy to host you again if you are in Brussels. Kindest Liezel
    Written November 1, 2021
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    xy2xx2
    Greenlawn, NY89 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our tour of Brussels was outstanding. Asefeh was brilliant and guided us through the city, showing us the highlights and giving us great historical insight. She also provided us with wonderful recommendations. We enjoyed this tour with Asefeh and highly recommend touring with her.
    Written September 24, 2023
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    Vinay M
    Newark, CA67 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    City Unscripted knows how to organize a gear trip and match customers with the right guide. We had a great time with Michael. Even though it was raining, he made sure that our spirits were high! We enjoyed learning about the history of Belgium and Brussels. He combined chocolate tasting with a good balance of visiting popular landmarks. We even took a “fries break” to avoid “Chocolate Overload”. Overall, we visited 6 chocolate shops-every one of them had their own specialty!

    Highly recommend City Unscripted and Michael!
    Written August 1, 2023
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    Yelena L
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2024 • Business
    We were a group of 5 colleagues touring Brussels with Francis. Francis was very knowledgeable and was able to take us around the city to see all the major attractions per our request. We also really enjoyed his sense of humor. I will highly recommend Francis to my friends who are planning to visit Brussels in the near future
    Written March 15, 2024
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    Thank you for the positive review on your private and personalized tour with Francis. Your feedback truly uplifts us. Think of us next time you travel, we have many many hosts all around the world!
    Written March 16, 2024
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    Cameron H
    Sydney, Australia15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jonas was excellent in guiding us around all the major landmarks and some hidden areas we would not have seen without him. He was extremely thorough in his knowledge of the city and its history and was very patient with all of our questions. This was a great tour and I would recommend to anyone for a great overview of the city.
    Written July 30, 2022
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    Christian T
    Durham, NC1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2024 • Family
    Our tour with Andrea was exactly what we needed to start our vacation in Brussels (and Belgium). Andrea's unique experiences and geo-political perspective provided so much more than a typical "here's a pretty building" approach found with most tour operators. He took time to learn about our experiences and interests up front, and shared a deeply connected and unbiased perspective on the city and country throughout our time together. He started with an engaging history discussion and tied each stop on our tour to what has happened in the past and even more importantly, what is going on today. Andrea's extended time with us provided a rich, immersive experience and one that gave us a deeper appreciation of Brussels, Belgium, and Europe overall. We highly recommend Andrea's tour!
    Written September 27, 2024
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    Andrea's unique insights and ability to connect the past with the present truly make a difference in understanding a city’s culture and history. Thanks a million for the recommendation, and we'd love to have you back for more adventures.
    Written September 27, 2024
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    Nicky B
    Adelaide, Australia5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sep 2024 • Couples
    Greg provided a comprehensive and informative tour about the history and politics of Brussels, explaining the mosaic of architectural styles in the city. We were treated to a bespoke tour based on our interests of bande dessinée street art and many tips for the best food places outside of the tourist areas. We enjoyed a delicious beer in a cute out of the way bar and learned a little bit more about our guide who was delightful yet very honest about some of the bleaker aspects of the city. Greg also recommended a day trip to Bruges which was a highlight and not something that we would have considered without the advice xx
    Written September 14, 2024
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    Venture747966
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2022
    This was a fabulous tour! Tiago took a personal interest in our desires for a fun and informative experience. He added fun stories and personal touches and was unfailingly gracious. We enjoyed all stops along the way. Although we had just one day in Brussels, we left the city with much information and very fond memories. Tiago had excellent suggestions for further exploration. We took him up on a restaurant and it was perfect. Thanks for a great Brussels experience!
    Written August 2, 2022
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    paulette s
    Park Forest, IL55 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I had a awesome time in Brussels, my private tour was both personal and professional to our needs. My tour operator Moyn, Andrea. Was perfect he went over and beyond. I went to the wrong train station, he was so nice and courteous to meet us there, and back. I would most definitely will ask for him again, however wear your most comfortable walking shoes, he will definitely walk your socks off. But I loved every moment of it.
    Written June 3, 2023
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    Jennifer A
    Lahore, Pakistan28 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The city tour was very good with many historical references lent by Andrea. He was very patient with our questions and even slightly extended his time to get us to see as many places as we could. I just wish there was an option to go by private car to make the trip around the city more efficient.
    Written August 6, 2022
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