Ghent Brewery Visit and Beer Tasting Tour with Chocolate Pairing

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the vibrant beer culture of Ghent on this engaging brewery visit and tasting tour. Delve into a variety of local brews, including the exclusive 'pink elephant', paired perfectly with delicious local delicacies. This small group experience offers an authentic journey through the city’s historical center, guided by passionate locals who share their insights into Ghent's brewing history. Taste 5 different beers while visiting 2-3 unique spots, including a live brewery and a historic bar. Join fellow beer enthusiasts in a fun-filled atmosphere, complete with a beer quiz and a comprehensive guide to enhance your experience.

- Taste 5 unique beers including local craft and vintage Trappist varieties
- Small group of up to 15 people for a personalized experience
- Visit remarkable places that you may not have find on your own
- Snap group pics at the Ghent's river
- Food pairing with local delicacies
- Engage in a fun beer quiz and receive an exclusive 8-page guide after booking

What's Included

5 beers, including local craft, traditional Belgian styles And vintage Trappist beer
Wander around in a working Brewery
Local passionate guides who knows about beer, Ghent, Brussels & Bruges
Taste Ghent's liquor in a centuries-old bar run by an iconic figure
Visit 2-3 beer spots, including a hidden gem, even for the locals!
8-pages Guide: full of own-made venue suggestions and 5-stars rated beers
Surprising pairing with chocolate and other local delicacies (for each beer!)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the big square, you'll find the bar called PUBLIKA Look for the guide who's recognisable with BeerSecret merchandising Or the white umbrella or The Green/White Cap (depending on the weather conditions) PS: On rainy days, let's meet on the stairs of Novotel, just a few steps away

End point

We'll end this tour around this square. Precisely location may differ, but fore sure in a radius of 500m.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Ghent City Center

    Stop 1 - You'll be taken to a lively brewery: Time for a good Blonde Belgian style beer to start with. Your guide will explain the brewing process, providing a sense of where certain flavors and aromas come from. Believe us: an ultimate “AHA-experience” arises when you find out where the bitter, sour or sweet flavor originates from. Every stop has a combination of local delicacies paired with the beers, resulting in mind blowing and delicious food combos that you would have never imagined. So yes, let’s combine local beer with our world-famous Belgian chocolates.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Ghent

    More Than a Beer Tour While walking between stops, we explore Ghent itself. Discover remarkable places you likely wouldn’t find on your own, hear local stories along the way, and pause to snap group photos by Ghent’s iconic river — a perfect memory of your experience.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Ghent City Center

    Stop 2 - we visit a centuries-old bar run by a legendary local figure. Here you’ll taste traditional Ghent jenever, the spirit that predates gin and played a major role in local café culture. Learn why it was once safer than water and how it fits into everyday Ghent life — a short but unforgettable cultural stop.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ghent

    Stop 3 – The 300+ Beer Bar Time for a beer lover’s paradise: a legendary bar with over 300 Belgian beers. You’ll be surprised with two special local beer styles that most visitors (and even locals!) never try without guidance. Each beer is paired with chocolate or another surprising local sweet, while your guide shares stories from the coppern cool ship to a local legend of the Ghentian dragon.

    40 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Ghent

    Stop 4 – Grandma’s Living Room & Trappist Secrets We step into a cosy hidden bar that feels like your grandmother’s living room. Here, you’ll compare a young and a vintage Trappist beer side by side. Discover how beer ages, why Trappist beers are so special, and uncover the surprising secrets behind monastery brewing. This tasting often changes how guests think about beer forever.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Ghent

    Stop 5 – The Hidden Gem Finale We finish in a warm, tucked-away local bar — a true hidden gem. Enjoy a full-bodied Belgian Tripel, rich and comforting, paired with a local sweet delicacy. The perfect ending to the tour, with the most fun beer quiz ever , beer recommendations, and local advice for Ghent, Brussels, and Bruges.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by BeerSecret

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Beer & Brewery Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Food & Drink
Spring Break

Cancellation Policy

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

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