Discover Brussels by bike: Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour

4.8
(234 reviews)
Brussels, Belgium

3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

Discover more of Brussels by bike!
Combine iconic landmarks, hidden gems and local life on a tour through the heart of the city. From the Royal Palace and the impressive Palace of Justice to the city’s industrial heritage and the lively streets of Sainte-Catherine, you experience the many faces of this fascinating capital.
Taking a bike tour through Brussels brings you beyond the main tourist sights, discovering vibrant neighbourhoods and hidden gems further afield. During the tour we put the bicycles aside to enjoy a 30-minute break in a cosy local bar, connect with fellow travelers and you have the opportunity to get insider tips for the rest of your stay.

Cycle further, discover more and experience another side of Brussels. Join Cactus for the ride!

What's Included

Bike helmet
bicycle rent
Drink during the break are optional and not included in the price

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The guide will wait for you at the entrance of Grand Hospice and is recognizable by the green fluo-jacket with our cactus logo on.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    La Bourse de Bruxelles

    Place de la Bourse, the most vibrant place in the heart of the city

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Place Sainte-Catherine

    The old Fishmarket Church Sainte-Catherine

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    La Fonderie Bruxelles - Musee bruxellois des industries et du travail

    A real hidden gem of Brussels, a surprising piece of Brussels industrial heritage

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Palace of Justice

    Stop at Place Poelaert with view on the Palais de Justice, Les Marolles and the city

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Quartier Marolles

    Flea Market and Palais de Justice

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Discover the site of Tour&Taxis and the Gare Maritime. You will find out how this historic logistics and industrial site transformed into a new multifunctional district.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Palais Royal de Bruxelles

    We will stop at the Royal Park next to the Royal Palace, where the guide will tell you more about the history and significance of this symbolic place.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 8

    This is our meeting point, where our tour starts. A beautiful piece of neoclassical heritage nearly 200 years old. Today, this former Hospice is a temporary occupation and vibrant cultural venue in the city.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Cactus Brussel à vélo

Tags

Mountain Bike Tours
Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Historical Tours
City Tours
Bike Tours
Small Group
Excellent Quality
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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