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15 Best Bruges Canal Boat Tours

The canal cruises through the Venice of the north: small open boats under medieval bridges, combination walk-and-boat tickets and rickshaw rounds for the land version. The canals show facades the streets keep private.

1.Bruges: Small Group Boat Cruise and Guided Walking Tour

Experience the best of Bruges on this small group tour, combining a guided walk, scenic canal cruise, and chocolate tasting for an authentic Belgian day.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“An excellent trip in Bruges. Our guide, Fabienne, was delightful and very knowledgeable. She is incredibly proud of her birthplace which shone through and it was great to spend some of our trip with her. The mix of walking, chocolate and the boat trip were…”

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2.Bruges: Guided Tour & Boat Ride with Optional Beer Tasting

Discover Bruges with this guided walking tour, canal boat ride, and optional beer tasting—an authentic way to explore Belgium’s medieval jewel.

★ 4.4

“JC took us on a walking tour through Bruges. He was really informative and had lots of great facts and information about the city. Super helpful and showed us the best chocolate shop! Ending with the boat tour was lovely.”

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4.Guided boat trip and walk

Discover Bruges with this 2.5-hour guided walk and canal boat tour. Enjoy expert guides, hidden corners, and scenic waterways for an authentic experience.

★ 4.5

“This was an amazing comprehensive tour of Bruges! Our tour guide, Fabienne, was knowledgeable and so kind. She answered all of our questions and provided us with unique information from a local. We appreciated the intimate setting and how this tour felt more private instead…”

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5.Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour (+ beer tasting opt)

Discover Bruges on foot, glide through its canals, and enjoy optional beer and chocolate tastings on this 3.5-hour guided tour—perfect for history lovers and foodies alike.

★ 4.0

“This experience was supposed to be a walking tour and boat trip. There was no boat trip as advertised. I was given a partial refund but I did not think it compensated for the missing boat trip which was the main reason I booked this.…”

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6.Deluxe Bruges Shore Excursion from Zeebrugge Cruise Port

Discover the charm of Bruges with this 6-hour shore excursion from Zeebrugge, featuring highlights like Market Square, Belfry, and leisure time for shopping and dining.

★ 4.5

“This was a good, mid to large group tour. The guide was on-time, friendly and knowledgeable. The tour included good sites and information. We enjoyed it overall.”

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8.Best Bruges Shore Excursion – Small Group + Optional Canal Cruise

Discover Bruges on a half-day small group tour from Zeebrugge, with options for a canal cruise, guided walks, and free time to enjoy Belgian treats.

“Get your walking/running shoes on. There is a lot to see, but, walking on cobblestones can be challenging to those with balance issues. We wished we had more than 30 minutes on the canal ride. There was so much more to explore, so plan to…”

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9.Experience the best of Bruges on a Private Tour with Boat Ride

Discover Bruges’ highlights on a private tour combining scenic walking and boat rides. Perfect for history lovers and those seeking authentic Belgian charm.

★ 4.0

“It was a nice tour . Relaxed and good overview.of the history, architecture, art and landscape. It also included a canal tour which was nice to take after the walking tour. Beautiful old city.”

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10.Best Bruges Shore Excursion including Deluxe Canal Cruise

Experience Bruges in a full-day tour featuring historic sites, a deluxe canal cruise, and free leisure time to explore and indulge in local delights.

★ 4.0

“Our tour guide was Verique (??). She was excellent. Shared lots of history and facts and fun facts with us. Gave us a great walking tour of Brugge. Waited when we went on canal cruise at the end to make sure we were good to…”

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11.6 Hour Bruges Shore Excursion from Zeebrugge Cruise Port

Discover Bruges on a 6-hour shore excursion from Zeebrugge, combining historic sights, scenic views, and free time for local treats. Perfect for first-timers.

★ 4.5

“Luke did an awesome job pointing out all the best places and giving us stories about the history of the town. He seem to know where all the special quiet places were on exceptionally busy day that allowed us to hear him and learn about…”

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14.Charms and Gems of Bruges for the First Timer Cruise Visitors

Discover Bruges' charms in a well-paced 6-hour tour, from iconic landmarks to romantic canals. Ideal for first-time cruise visitors seeking authentic Belgian sights.

★ 4.0

“Saturday July 13 tour ... Our Guide made the tour outstanding ... She grew up in Bruge and lives in the area now ... We really enjoyed all her stories and information ... She knew her history and architecture of Bruge ... Be aware-This is…”

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