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Paris Brussels and Bruges Day Trip 16 hr
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345 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Paris, France
- Updated November 2, 2026
Travel from Paris to Brussels and Bruges for grand squares, medieval lanes, canal views, and an optional Belgian chocolate tasting.
About this tour
Leave Paris behind for a full-day journey into Belgium, where grand city squares and quiet canal-side lanes offer two distinct ways to experience the country. In Brussels, admire the ornate buildings of the Grand Place and see the famous Manneken Pis. Then continue to Bruges, a medieval city of cobbled streets, canals, and historic architecture.
This Paris Brussels and Bruges day trip includes a guided tour and travel in an air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll have free time to explore or shop, with the option to add a chocolate tasting. Food, drinks, and monument tickets are not included, so bring cash for places that may not accept cards. The bus journeys take approximately 3.5–4 hours each way; bring your passport for the border crossing and arrive at the Bagnolet meeting point 15 minutes early. The itinerary may change due to traffic, local events, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Discover Brussels and Bruges in one memorable day from Paris. Choose the optional tasting and set out ready to explore Belgium’s celebrated sights and atmospheric streets.
Highlights
- Explore Brussels’ Grand Place and see Manneken Pis
- Wander Bruges’ cobbled streets beside its canals
- Choose an optional chocolate tasting
- Enjoy free time to explore or shop
What's included
Included
- Guided tour
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Chocolate tasting when the option is selected
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Tickets to monuments
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4.75 / 5 · 345 reviews
Important information
- Bring your passport for the border crossing
- Bus journeys take approximately 3.5–4 hours
- Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure
- Meet in front of La Manufacture MEB, next to the Novotel Paris Est, Rue du Château, 93170 Bagnolet
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- Bring cash; some places do not accept credit cards
- Children under 11 must use a baby car seat; bring your own, as none is provided
- Infants must sit on an adult’s lap unless using the required car seat
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or reduced mobility
- Moderate physical fitness is recommended
- Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at check-in
- The itinerary may change due to traffic, local events, or other unforeseen circumstances
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 16 hours, with bus journeys of approximately 3.5–4 hours.
Is chocolate tasting included?
Chocolate tasting is included only if you select that option.
What should I bring for the border crossing?
Bring your passport for the border crossing.
Where is the meeting point?
Meet in front of La Manufacture MEB, next to the Novotel Paris Est, Rue du Château, 93170 Bagnolet. Arrive 15 minutes before departure.
Can children join the tour?
Children under 11 must use a baby car seat, which you need to bring. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at check-in.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.75 from 345 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
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- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.7.
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