NEW Ghent Brewery Visit, Beer Tasting Tour & Chocolate Pairing

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About this activity

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

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: BeerSecret

Ages: Adults (16–75 years)

What is included

Included

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

Itinerary

Ghent City Center

30 min

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.
Ghent

30 min

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.
Ghent City Center

15 min

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.
Ghent

40 min

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.
Ghent

30 min

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.
Ghent

30 min

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.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

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