Private Tour
Brussels Half-Day Tour with a Local Guide – Private & Custom
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
This isn’t just a tour—it’s your personalized journey through Brussels. Join one of our local hosts and immerse yourself in the city’s authentic sights, sounds, and flavors.
Sip Belgian brews, indulge in pralines, visit iconic landmarks like Manneken Pis, and uncover hidden gems off the beaten path. Your host will share personal stories, guide you to eclectic shops and galleries, or even introduce you to their favorite café for a Belgian treat—yes, that means waffles.
Within 24 hours of booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to tell us about your interests and style. Based on your responses, we'll match you with a like-minded local host who will work with you to design a flexible, immersive, and completely personal itinerary. This way, you don’t just see Brussels—you experience it like a local.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
After booking, you'll receive a short questionnaire to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences.
This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included.
Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations.
Pre-tour questionnaire to tailor the experience to your preferences
Flexible start times - choose your preferred time when booking
4-hour private and personalized walking experience with a passionate local host
Food, drinks and tickets to any attractions
Transportation (primarily a walking experience, public transport may be used at an additional cost)
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Brussels
Start your personalized experience in the heart of Brussels, immersing yourself in its rich history and vibrant atmosphere. Your local host will craft an itinerary around what you most want to see—whether that's iconic landmarks, hidden alleys, charming cafés, or local markets. Think of this tour as exploring the city with a knowledgeable friend who tailors every moment to you. Here are some hidden gems to spark your curiosity:
Grand Place
Admire Brussels’ most famous square with its opulent guildhalls and lively energy. Your host will share its fascinating history and offer insider tips on nearby neighborhoods, shops, and cafés you might want to explore further during your stay.
Options
4-hours Brussels Walking Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Extensive walking. Need...
Wayne H,
Nov 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Extensive walking. Need to decide what you want to see and advise guide beforehand. Informative and interesting.
Awesome
Marilyn J,
Oct 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time and saw all of the important sites. It was a beautiful day and we walked all over
Well paced walk, deep...
James G,
Apr 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Well paced walk, deep discussion of sites and history Loved getting outside the city center (tourist zone) to see the historic city walls and understand the history of this iconic city Four hours of walking was too much for my wife so the guide modified the tour to 3.5 hours; we appreciated the flexibility
A great 4-hour walking tour of Brussels
Robert P,
May 6, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great 4-hour walking tour of Brussels and a good recap of Belgium’s history from Asefeh. Brussels is a beautiful city and has so many things to offer if you have some basic knowledge. Asefeh was delightful and she was a pleasure to spend time with. We even saw the king as he was leaving the palace. Not many tour guides can pull that off! ;-) And we definitely got our steps in for the day.
We got to see so much we couldn't have on our own!
Yunna W,
Feb 14, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Our experience with Michael was fantastic! We were back in Brussels for the second time and wanted to explore some new places that were off the beaten path. We decided to book a tour with Michael and it turned out to be a great decision! The best part was that we got to fill out a questionnaire and request that our guide showed us the best non-touristy spots in the city. Michael took us to some cool neighborhoods like Sablon and Les Marolles that had a boho and laid-back vibe. We even got to enjoy some local shopping and mingled with locals on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Michael was an excellent guide, and he surprised us with a visit to his favorite chocolate shop, which had the most amazing chocolate that was
Beautiful day in Brussels
mkyryt1,
Aug 11, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Michael 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.
A great mix of the classic sights & individual interests
M2429DWjessicaw,
Jun 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tiago 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.
Beautiful Brussels
YaoJor el,
Dec 16, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time walking the city with our knowledgeable local guide Michael, who took time to design a custom itinerary after a brief discussion online. We saw not only a few popular spots but also local neighborhoods that highlighted the diverse culture of this beautiful city. Highly recommended!
Wonderful tour
661edq,
Nov 17, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My private tour with Michael was quite good. He’s very thoughtful of the wants of his clients and provides a custom tour that includes both touristy and local highlights. His knowledge of great food and drink spots is also a plus. Highly recommended!
A Half Day in Brussels with a Local: Private & Personalized
Barton R,
Oct 17, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great tour with tour guide Michael Martin. He was very knowledgeable about all aspects of Brussels. He took care to provide a tour designed specifically to involve our personal interests. Enjoyed a delightful conversation with him for a great half day.
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