The 6 Best Beer Tastings & Tours in Antwerp, Flanders

September 1, 2021 Enriqueta Cusson

Lively Antwerp is a hidden gem. Its medieval streets, Renaissance monuments and vibrant nightlife tend to be overshadowed by its reputation as center of the diamond trade and as the world's fifth-largest port. Biking is a popular choice for getting around this stylish Flemish city. See thousands of Old Masters at the Royal Museum and Rubens House. Experience the bustle of life at the Grote Markt. Marvel at the art and architecture of the still unfinished Cathedral of Our Lady, started in 1351.
Restaurants in Antwerp

1. Eat like a local: best bites of Antwerp with your own personal guide!

Grote Markt, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium Bites and Walks
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Taste the best of Antwerp while strolling the streets, eating great food and listening to your passionate and knowledgeable guide Nina. You will enjoy traditional typical Antwerp products from the best entrepreneurs. No tourist traps! Savory, sweet, crispy, creamy ... your about to taste all of it! This tour covers the historical part strolling the old streets, beautiful squares, we have time to eat and give you a good inside of Antwerp and its local people, you will feel like a local. On top of that you 'll get the best tips so you know where to go later on or for your next Antwerp visit. So what to expect: You will be guided by your local friend Nina Laviana, a passionate Antwerp beer and food lover You will visit the old historical part and the area around You will enjoy remarkable stories and historical food facts of Antwerp Get more tips to so you know where to go for the rest of your stay and your next visit 5 Foodstops and 1 Special beer. Equal to a lunch!

Inclusions: 5 Foodstops and 1 special beer in one of the cafées, street food stalls, shops, bars ... enough to keep you going and equal to a lunch. All fresh regional food from the best entrepreneurs!

Exclusions: Please bring an extra bottle of water as we will not drink at every stop

Reviewed By Chris11982

We were a group and contacted Nina last minute for a tour of the city. Eventhough it was so short notice, she made every effort to accomodate us for a beer tour. On the day of the tour she met us and was fun from the start. We even had a couple locals in our group who learned new things about the city, too! During the entire tour there was never a dull moment and it was a lot of fun. I hope to go on another tour with Nina in the future again. We really appreciated the last minute tour! It was a great day. Thank you Nina!

2. Antwerp Bike Tours

Paradijsstraat 15, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium Antwerp Bike Tours
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Cycle through the city on this guided bike tour in Antwerp.  Interesting and fun for all ages, including children seats, baskets, helmets, bikes, e-bikes, classical bikes, and more. You have different tours to choose from: Classic, De Koninck Tour (beer tasting and brewery visit), Chocolate Lovers Tour, as well as the Bike & Boat Tour. 

Inclusions: Helmet (for kids), Yepp-seat, Basket, Lock, Local guide, Poncho (depending on weather), Bike, Beer or chocolate tasting (depending on option selected)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Reviewed By soupynorman1

My girlfriend and I did this tour in early December and so we were the only ones registered for the day. We were thus given what was an essentially private tour of the city for 3 hours. Our guide was Steven and he did a fantastic job demonstrating the many elements of the city, both old and new, that we would never have seen if we were on our own. Despite the very cold weather, it was a very enjoyable experience, and one that we shall certainly recommend to others travelling in the future.

3. Antwerp BeerWalk with English Guide

De Konincklijke Snor, Adriaan Brouwerstraat 33, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium BeerWalk
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Discover Antwerp and its incredible history during a three-hour beer tour. This fascinating beer walk allows you to discover the many historic sites during a city tour and beer tasting with guide in Antwerp. Five beer tasting sessions and an official BeerWalk glass are included in the price.

Inclusions: Beverages, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Alcoholic Beverages

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Reviewed By Karleen H

The Beerwalk people were extremely helpful and accommodating for us. We had two ceoliac with us and our guide,Jean-Pierre, even sourced some gluten free beer for them to try. His knowledge of the history was wonderful. Thoroughly recommended it.

4. Antwerp Beer Tour

Restaurant Antwerpen, Groenplaats 11, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium Brussels Walking Tours

The second city of Belgium and home to the biggest port in the country, Antwerp is perhaps the world’s beer culture capital. It’s certainly the diamond capital of the world, among other claims to fame! The diamond industry plays an important role in the economy of the city, as it has done throughout its history. Today, the city also has a reputation for art and fashion. Antwerp has everything a traveller could wish for in a European city – world class museums and art, beautiful architecture, great food (Antwerp’s delicious cuisine) and great drinks! Antwerp offers local micro-breweries and authentic Trappist beer-tasting rooms. There are more of these in some of the more provincial parts of Flanders. However, the Westmalle Trappist brewery is in the province of Antwerp itself. And as the capital of the Flanders region, Antwerp does serve as the showcase for all that’s best and most eclectic across the entire range of Belgium’s wonderfully diverse beer universe (https://globalenterprisestours.com/produit/brussels-beer-tasting-tour/). Maybe this is because the region is such a melting pot of diverse beer tastes, lying as it does at the crossroads of Holland, France, and Germany. Or maybe it’s something to do with this port city’s need for thirst-quenching beverages – for its hard-working dockworkers! Most likely it’s because Antwerpers just know a good thing when they taste one.           It’s no coincidence that new beers frequently crop up for tasting! Antwerp is, after all, the beer destination – and beer is also gaining popularity worldwide. Beers like Bosbier, Korsakov, Gageleer, Kamil, ’t Lekske, IQ, Cabardouche, De Hopjutters and Seefbier – to name a few – were recently launched in Antwerp. Yes, beer is trendy – and trending! In addition to all the new beers, attention is once again being paid to beers that have been undeservedly ignored. For example, Saison Dupont. Today everyone knows it, but 5 years ago it was unknown, even though the brewery has existed for four generations. The beer trend ensures that niche beers with a very distinct flavour are able to capture a place on the beer menu. And that’s good news. More and more ultra-hoppy beers and heavy stouts are emerging. Until recently, stout was as good as dead. Now it’s back and in different variants, with alcohol percentages ranging from a mild four to a sturdy twelve percent. New beer brands dare to push the boundaries of flavour. Gageleer, for example. A beer that is noticeably flavoured – with bog myrtle, which was very popular in the Middle Ages. Our expert beer guide will further unravel the secrets of beer with you, by taking you on a beer and genever gin tasting experience, paired with local snacks (https://globalenterprisestours.com/produit/culinary-evening-tour/) like Belgian cheeses, frites with mayonnaise and other taste delights.  

Inclusions: Entry or admission fee, Food and drinks, Geneva Gin Tasting,  Additional snacks: frites with mayonnaise, chocolate, Belgian cheeses  ,  Professional belgian tour guide,  See the major sights: Our Lady Cathedral, Market Square, Steen Castle     ,  Selection of 6 local beers of Antwerp,  Visit the most local and authentic Antwerp bars  

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Reviewed By JammieMY

This tour perfectly shows the most underestimated part of Belgian culture - its cuisine. Not only beer, but the kitchen as general. Mussels, chips and chocolate (for dessert) are the first thing to taste when on Belgian soil.

5. 7 Day Rail Tour - Belgium (Amsterdam Return)

Amsterdam, Netherlands InterrailingPackages Ltd

This 7-day rail tour departs from Amsterdam and takes you to Rotterdam, Antwerp, Brussels, Ghent, and Bruges. The tour includes hotel accommodation, complete rail transport, and 24/7 support. When booking a tour with us, we handle everything! All you need to do is show up. Every traveler that books with us will receive complimentary access to our InterrailingPackages app, whereby you can access your itinerary for your trip, reservations, hotel directions, discounted sightseeing tickets, discounted food tours, all to name but a few. With our app, you don't have to carry all your travel documents with you, reducing the impact on the environment and keeping your documents safe. All our tours are completely independent, you will not be part of a group and your time is free to spend it how you like in every city. We have made some itinerary recommendations and will provide you with city guides through your InterrailingPackages app to help make the most of your time in each of the cities.

Inclusions: All travel between cities including rail, ferry and bus tickets where applicable., Accommodation staying with our top-rated hotel partners, 24/7 emergency contact for any medical or travel assistance required while away, Financial security and protection via ABTOT.

Exclusions: Airport transfers are not included., Meals are not included., Travel insurance is not included., Tour is self guided

6. Half-Day Private Beer Tour in Antwerp

Antwerpen-Centraal, 29,, Pelikaanstraat 15, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium Best Antwerp Tours

Our Private Antwerp Beer Tour is the best you can get. Our knowledgable guides will give you all you need to understand and appreciate the beer in Antwerp in all it’s charm. Our tour is especially developed to give you the best possible experience. With us, you will get a fully private and personalised beer tour that is adaptable to all your needs.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Private transportation

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