Xavier was our guide. It felt as though we were walking through Bruges with a friend. We came in on the train from Paris. He texted us in advance to confirm our meeting spot. He wove history and current day events together seamlessly. His pride in his hometown was very evident. He was incredibly knowledgeable and would often circle back to connect the threads of what we had already learned. The tour was 2 hours but in reality, he spent at least 3 hours with us. We never felt rushed. He gave us suggestions about where to eat, where to buy the best chocolate, and which beers we should try. We asked lots of questions and he had all the answers. He was also very gracious in taking photos of us when asked. I would book another tour with Xavier in a heartbeat.
Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Bruges Private Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $104 / person
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5 · 223 reviews
- Languages
- EN, NL
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- In front of Historium Bruges
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Bruges
Description
This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Bruges from a unique perspective! Get to know Bruges on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Bruges at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Burg Square, The Markt, De Halve Maan and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ 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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The market square was used as a marketplace since 958 and is today a large square located in the heart of the city ringed by banks and many guild houses.
Oldest brewery in Bruges where five generations have brewed beer at with an innovative beer transportation system.
History of Bruges started right here! As one of the main squares of the city, Burg Square is a former fortress in Bruges.
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Depending on your host and their chosen route for the tour, this stop might also be included in your route.
Highlights
Private Tour
Local Guide
1 local drink/tasting
What's included
Included
Private Tour
Local Guide
1 local drink/tasting
Not included
Drinks & food
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Price for the entrance tickets to landmarks are not included (we will only visit them from outside)
Traveller Ratings
4.6
223 reviews
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Private tour: only you & your local guide
- CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Bruges Private Tour lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $104 per person for this Bruges experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is In front of Historium Bruges. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, NL.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(223)
R
The best of Bruges with the best guide!
K
3-hour walk around Brugge.
Martin, our guide, was fantastic. He was very knowledgeable and proud of Brugge. We did a 3-hour walk around this stunningly beautiful town. Worth it.
P
Artur was amazing. Very...
Artur was amazing. Very entertaining and engaging! He gave us so much great information on the history of Bruges!
G
Hugo is a great guide
Hugo is a great guide. Took us around pointing out the history and showing us places with very few tourists. Even bought us beer and sausage at the oldest pub in town. Great experience.
C
5/5
Artur was on time and provided interesting information about Brugge. My experience with the With locals team has been excellent across Europe.
D
Highly recommend
Great guide. Really enjoyed.
N
Never happened!
I received a confirmation by text 24 hours in advance. Apparently at the same time a message was sent to ny trip advisor account canceling the event. We got up early and waited 20 minutes for our tour guide to find out the trip was cancelled when I dug deeper to find out what was happening. Very disappointed in the communications. If they could text me to confirm they can text me to cancel!.
Operator response
Dear Nancy, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re truly sorry to hear about the confusion surrounding your tour in Bruges and understand how disappointing it must have been to arrive and find out the experience was cancelled. It seems there may have been a synchronization issue between our system and our partner platform, which unfortunately caused the mixed messages you received. We completely understand how frustrating this situation was and are working with our partners to ensure communication is fully aligned in the future. We truly hope you’ll give us another chance to show you the warmth and authenticity of our local experiences in the future. Kind regards, The Withlocals Team
B
Amazing experience in Bruges!
We had an amazing time with Lavigna and would recommend this tour to anyone. She was very knowledgeable and friendly! Both the kids and adults enjoyed this tour.
M
Super!
Our guide Ann communicated with us prior to our tour so she knew all the hidden gems we wanted to see. She was knowledgeable and thorough. She didn’t rush us through our private tour and we stopped for a snack to relax a bit. It was a wonderful experience
M
Really interesting and fun tour
Arthur was an excellent guide. He clearly loves the city and enjoyed showing us some of his favorite spots and teaching us some interesting and nontraditional history. He pointed out things we’d already seen, but didn’t realize what we had been looking at which for us is the definition of hidden gems. Some funny stories and a really good few hours. Would definitely recommend.
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