Belgium · DARK HISTORY WALKS
Plague, executions, crime scenes and the parts of the guidebook that get skipped. These 11 evening walks are listed with their start points, lengths and prices.
Explore Bruges after dark on a lively 90-minute walk through legends, canals, old harbor sites, windmills, and a local beer stop.
“Martin was great. Very informative, clever and funny. I learned a lot about the town's history. I recommend it highly.”
Explore Ghent after dark through medieval crimes, legends, castles, canals, and forgotten streets on this lively 1-hour-45-minute walking tour.
“This was a nicely paced walking tour which started in the most touristy part of the center, but took us through some slightly less central parts as well. Our guide Kenny (sp?) was very charming and funny, and gave us a lot of interesting details about smaller monuments and sculptures we ordinarily would have missed if we were just exploring the city on our own.”
Explore Brussels after dark through gothic churches, grim tales, old squares, and local history on this low-cost two-hour walking tour.
“It's a mellow walking tour of the city's landmarks that may have lesser known dark pasts. Tour guide was knowledgable and laid back enough that it was fun to be around in general. I would do it again with friends.”
Explore Antwerp after dark on a 90-minute walking tour covering medieval prisons, diamonds, legends, the Red Light District, and MAS views.
“Been was an interesting and knowledgeable guide! We really enjoyed the walk and the information he shared!”
Review of Bruges at Night, a small-group walk through dark tales, old pubs, canals, and lesser-seen corners of Bruges.
“This tour was absolutely perfect! Andy was so knowledgeable and made the history of Bruges come alive while showing us all the must-see highlights. You could really tell how much passion and love he has for the city, which made the experience even more special. Since I only had a short time in Bruges, this was the best way to truly experience it. By far one of the best guides I’ve had!”
Explore Brussels crime history on a two-hour walking tour through old streets, infamous cases, police stories, and the city’s changing customs.
“Guide très sympathique; j’ai vraiment apprécié qu’en plus de raconter les scènes de crime, il ajoutait le contexte historique aux événements.”
Review of Antwerp’s private Dark Side tour, covering diamonds, medieval prisons, art, the Red Light District, MAS views, guides, value, and tips.
“Excellent tour Enjoyed Luc D's knowledge He was kind enough to be sure I found my way back to my hotel I learned a great deal about Antwerp”
Explore Ghent after dark on a private 1-hour-45-minute tour of legends, medieval trade, defenses, and the city’s darker past.
“Ghent at night is a different proposition. Inviting, beautiful and historical. Add in a very knowledgeable and friendly guide and its an amazing private tour!”
Explore Bruges after dark on a private walking tour of legends, canals, mills, and local stories, ending at the Bauhaus Bar.
“Jonathon our guide was very good. A nice leisurely walk with lots of interesting chat & surprising facts about Bruges past”
Explore Bruges beyond the postcard streets on a private 1.5-hour tour of dark legends, medieval secrets, local corners, and Belgian beer.
“It was fantastic. The guide was very knowledgeable and generous of his time.”
Explore Antwerp after dark on a private walking tour through medieval legends, the Red Light District, Old Port, and MAS rooftop views.
“Toller Guide, flexibel, unterhaltsam und viel gelernt. Wir kommen wieder!”
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