THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips
Overview
Available languages
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We don't offer ordinary tours. Passionate local storytellers will use stories to make history come to life to give you a good insight into how life must have been in medieval Bruges.
There's no set route. All of the storytellers have their own personal highlights for you and will adapt those to the group. So the more questions and input you give them, the better your experience will get.
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
Most streets are made from coble stones. One little bridge with a few steps.
A maximum of 6 people per group are allowed to book to maintain a balanced mix of guests (solo travellers, couples, families and small groups). Making multiple bookings for larger groups is not allowed. Bigger groups can contact Ambassadors Tours directly to arrange a private tour. Groups larger than 6 people will be rejected on the spot without the right to receive a refund.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Tips & Recommendations for Bruges and Discounts at Local Businesses
Online Booking Fee (the price you pay online is to handle the booking process)
English Speaking Local & Professional Storyteller
Tips are welcome and expected - You Pay-What-You-Want only at the end - Most people choose €10 to $50 per person
What To Expect
Belfort
Icon of Bruges and its power in the Middle Ages.
The Markt
The medieval trading heart of Bruges
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THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips
Reviews
897 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Would book again without a doubt
wopkev744,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was from Ireland. Spoke very clear, well articulated and with a loud enough voice. Something I appreciate being a bit hearing impaired. The guide had an extensive list of stops along the route. Took us for 2.5 hours through the center of Brugge. But not a dull moment. He has a great sense of humor, had much to talk about, and brought pictures and drawings along to enhance his story. He was kind and very interactive. This trip was great and I recommend it to anyone.
Fab walking tour
philiplang,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Well what more can I say it was very cold and a bit damp but the tour was amazing. Our guide was superb and funny. She took us to see some wonderful places and highlighted more places for us to visit. She gave us great tips on eateries, drinking and chocolate shops and also gifts. This tour is a must do on your first day to get get the most out of a trip to brugges
Fast talker but very clear!
589DavidW589,
Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent “free” guided tour. The guide talked very fast, but so clearly that I had no difficulty following (even though I wear hearing aids). Everyone was impressed by her knowledge, so plenty of generous tips at the end. Good experience.
Good tour with great guide and many tips... only Viator rips off!!!
Heike E,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great tour with great guide and lots of valuable tips, which I would book again at any time, but not via Viator, because it turned out to be a freewalking tour, so you wonder why you should pay 3 euros per person at Viator. I have already done such a tour in some cities, you pay the guide afterwards what you want to pay, we paid well... so gladly book, but not here
Great to help you learn about history of Bruges
joflowlv,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So informative and fun! My partner and I did this on a rainy day and the guide was so helpful and happy even though she had to work in the rain
A must-do tour
spotsandfriday,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Gosia, was fantastic. She was informative and entertaining and kept us happy even though the weather was very cold and wet. We got to see the highlights of Bruges and we learned things that gave us a better appreciation for the city.
Short stay in Bruges - this is a must do tour on day 1
Ray B,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Arthur, our guide was full of historical information and shared great tips for re-visiting some of the many locations in Bruges. Storytelling was superb and interesting and told with sincerity and humour. Our first time in Bruges and cannot rate this tour highly enough
A great introduction to this beautiful city.
elizabethmZ9VQ,
Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alasdair gave a really informative and enjoyable tour of Bruges. It was a great way to get our bearings and learn interesting facts about this beautiful city before venturing out to explore independently. We also asked for inside info on hidden gems off the beaten track to explore at our leisure. Having a guide who lives locally and clearly has a passion for the city made all the difference to the experience. Highly recommend to take this tour.
A great start to the holiday
drockperton,
Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great way to see the sights of Bruges and a perfect introduction to our short holiday. Our guide Sophie was excellent,just enough information to take in without being overwhelmed. She certainly kept us interested and informed throughout the tour. A must do if you visit Bruges
Fun guided tour with passion
W7080KIjulieb,
Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed the walking tour with Nick. This is perfect for your first day in Brugge. Nick is a proud local who showed passion in his tour. A fun enjoyable and five star tour
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