WORLDWIDE · BELGIAN BEER TOURS
Trappist ales from working monasteries, lambics fermented on wild yeast, and a different glass for each. The 12 below cover Brussels, Bruges and Ghent, with how many beers are poured and whether food comes with them.
Meet your English-speaking guide at La Chatte A Bicyclette at 6 pm for a 2.5-hour walk through central Brussels. Visit local bars, taste four Belgian beers including a Trappist ale, and finish near Place Fontainas with tips for further tasting.
“Sybil was absolutely lovely, a knowledgeable and bubbly guide- got the group chatting leading us to a cozy bar for some unique beers! Would absolutely recommend.”
In Bruges, an English-speaking host such as Stefan, Michelle, or Brecht guides you through three Belgian beer tastings, beer-based waffle batter, and hands-on cooking. Choose gluten-free or alcohol-free batter, then load your waffles with fruit, chocolate, whipped cream, speculoos, and more.
“It was a very enjoyable and informative afternoon, our host was very welcoming and took time to make sure we all understood the process.”
At Belgian Beer World in Brussels’ Stock Exchange, explore Belgian brewing through interactive displays, sample two small beers, then choose one glass from 150 varieties at the rooftop Beerlab. You tour independently, need about 60 to 120 minutes, and receive a 20% shop discount, excluding beer.
“The full experience was enjoyable! Learned about and enjoyed the beer! The technology used to present the information was amazing. The rooftop bar and the beer and the end of the tour was the highlight!”
Spend 150 minutes with an English-speaking guide such as Tom, Fraser, or Adelin, tasting a powerful Trappist ale and three modern Belgian beers in two central Brussels bars. Expect beer history, brewing tips, jokes, and a small group capped at 10 people.
“My guide, Tom was very knowledgeable not just about the beer which we drank but also the local area.”
Join Avo for a five-and-a-half-hour small-group walk through central Brussels, pairing city history with 12 chocolate samples, speculoos, six Belgian beers, cheese, sausages, frites, whiskey, and a chocolate-topped waffle. Groups are capped at 10, with nonalcoholic options available.
“Ton of chocolate, beer and snacks along with a wealth of knowledge. We had a blast and learned a lot.”
At Waffles ’n Beer in Brussels, you’ll taste three Belgian beers, choose one for your batter, and make unlimited Brussels waffles with toppings. English-speaking hosts such as Ezra, Ingrid, and Françoise guide you through the class. You’ll also take home the recipe.
“It was a really fun activity and great value for money.”
Spend about four hours walking central Brussels with guides such as Avo, Sebastian, David, or Mark. Visit the Grand Place, Royal Galleries, Manneken Pis, and royal quarter, with chocolate tastings, two beers, a Belgian lunch, and dessert included.
“**Note to NCL travelers, this is a 2 hour commute from the port of Zeebrugge. Given our time constraints we wrte unable to attend this excursion. However they were great to work with and we hope to get back there soon to actually get to Brussels!”
In central Ghent, hosts such as Thomas, Anna, Reuben, and Luc guide you through three Belgian beer tastings and a hands-on waffle class. Choose a beer for your batter, cook with a partner, add chocolate, speculoos, and cream, then take home the recipe, certificate, and leftovers.
“We had a great time, it was a nice atmosphere and very informative. The waffle making was made very straight forward with the help from the guide and the beer choices were plentiful.”
Meet at The Unusual Cafe for a relaxed 75-minute English-language class with five Belgian beer tastings, water, brewing basics, and practical tasting tips. Guides such as Tommy, Moses, Isabel, and Dora have led lively sessions. You can also join the group pub crawl afterward for an extra fee.
“A nice introduction to beer tasting, but also to how different varieties are produced, accompanied with some little trivia about this drink. Completely recommended”
At Chocolate ’n Beer in Bruges, an English-speaking host such as Wilfred, Tom, or Koenraad guides you through handmade pralines, from dark Callebaut shells to milk ganache. You share a station with one partner, taste Belgian beers, and take your chocolates home.
“The mixed group was good fun and Wilfred was very knowledgeable but also engaged with the group and our questions/comments. We came away with lovely chocolates and memories 😁”
Walk through Bruges with an English-speaking storyteller, stopping at Markt and Burg Square while tasting two pralines, fries with mayonnaise, waffles, and a 15cl Belgian beer. Guide Pascal is praised for his city stories, food knowledge, friendly manner, and helpful tips.
“It was fantastic. Very casual. Hit all the best in chocolate, beer, fry’s and waffles. Guide was full of great stories and very familiar with the city and history. Great you!!!”
Board a 15-person beer bike in Hotton for a 90-minute ride through the village and along the Ourthe River. A show performer leads music, jokes, and games while you enjoy beer, sparkling wine, or soft drinks. The private format suits birthdays, EVG and EVJF parties, and friendly group outings.
“It was a blast, knocked my socks off. Seriously, nice time great driver and great views. Beer was good too. It was chilled and a great way to combine peddling with meddling.”
