Discover Brussels on a private walking tour tailored to your interests. Enjoy personalized stories, hidden gems, and a relaxed pace through the city’s historic heart.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly walking at a moderate pace.
Wildlife
History
Brussels became Belgium’s capital after the country's independence in 1830 and hosts many European Union institutions.
Conservation
The city promotes sustainable tourism with pedestrian-friendly zones and encourages responsible visitor behavior to protect its historic sites.
Cities By Bike
Discover Brussels on a private walking tour tailored to your interests. Enjoy personalized stories, hidden gems, and a relaxed pace through the city’s historic heart.
Cities By Bike is a Bruxelles-based tour operator offering guided cycling and electric-scooter experiences across Brussels, Leuven and Mechelen. The company provides a mix of public highlights tours and private, customizable outings that showcase city landmarks, parks, gardens and local food and drink stops.
Available experiences include the Atomium- en Tuinen Privé-Tour Brussel (a 4-hour route past the Atomium and Basiliek van Koekelberg), the Bright Brussel Highlights BikeTour (3.5 hours with local treats like waffles and pralines), and the Biertour: Abdijen en Brouwerijen Leuven (a 3-hour brewery and abbey tour with a microbrewery tasting). Other offerings include private stepjes (electric scooter) tours, Magic Mechelen highlights, and family-friendly Leuven rides.
Tours are offered in multiple languages (Dutch, English, French, German) and can be booked privately for groups, couples or families. Typical durations range from 1.5 to 4 hours and routes often combine historic streets, protected homes, scenic parks and brewery districts. Cities By Bike emphasizes practical planning, local guides and safe routes, including electric-assisted options suited to hilly areas. Operating from Bruxelles, Cities By Bike focuses on sustainable, active sightseeing and transparent trip descriptions so travelers can select the right experience for their interests and schedule.
Based In
Bruxelles
Central launch point for all tours
Typical Duration
1.5–4 hrs
Short-to-half-day guided outings
Languages
NL · EN · FR · DE
Guides speak multiple languages
Tours Offered
12 tours
Bike and scooter experiences available
Reserve a seat on a highlights tour or schedule a private excursion through Brussels, Leuven or Mechelen — spaces fill fast.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Brussels’ historic neighborhoods feature cobblestone streets and uneven surfaces, so sturdy footwear is essential.
Bring a water bottle
Stay hydrated during your tour, especially in warmer months when the city's stone can retain heat.
Book your tour in advance
Private tours require scheduling ahead to ensure guide availability and a fully customized experience.
Check the weather forecast
Brussels weather can be changeable; a light rain jacket is useful during spring and fall seasons.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating cobblestones and city streets comfortably.
Light rain jacket
Protects against the frequent spring showers common in Brussels.
spring
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during warm summer tours.
summer
Hat or sunglasses
Offers sun protection during daytime tours.
summer