The largest locks in the world, impressive cranes and vast docks: discover Port of Antwerp-Bruges, Europe's second-largest port, with a guide. Whether you like bustle of port terminals, extraordinary nature or charming villages, there is a tour for everyone. With a guided tour by boat, bike, bus or Vespa, you'll learn all about Antwerp's extraordinary port.

Guided boat tours of the port

The port once began where the Eilandje is now located and stretches for miles up to the Dutch border. A boat tour is an ideal way to explore both the historic and new port. Enjoy the wind in your hair, the sun on your face and an impressive view of large terminals and huge ships. Choose from several boat tours: a traditional port tour, a short trip through the old docks or a fast cruise aboard the Waterlimo. Each tour offers a unique perspective.

Guided bike tours of the port: past docks, cranes and nature

Thanks to the excellent cycle paths, a guided bicycle tour of the port is a great way to explore docks, cranes and natural areas. Perfect for active families and groups of friends. Antwerp by Bike offers a two-hour Port of Antwerp Tour of the historic port and a three-hour Port of Antwerp Tour XL that also passes by the vanished village of Oosterweel. At Cyclant and Discover Antwerp, you can also book a guide to take you by bike from the old port to the new port.

Guided tours of Port of Antwerp by car or bus

For those who want to explore the entire port, car and bus tours are ideal. Antwerp Port Tours offers a complete, 2.5-hour (100 km) tour of mega terminals, port villages and nature reserves. Antwerp City Guides also organises port tours by bus in several languages. These are ideal if you want to get a complete overview of the port in a short time.

Visit the port on a Vespa

For an original experience, you can explore the port on a Vespa. Depart from the heart of the city with a guide from Antwerp Port Tours and discover old port quays, new container terminals and unusual birds in nature reserves. The programme is flexible and your guide will tailor it to your interests.

Bike & boat: cycling and boating

How about biking AND boating? With Antwerp Bike Tours, you start with a guided bike tour of the city and then hop on a boat towards the port. There you continue cycling along the river Scheldt, admiring Antwerp's skyline and experiencing the bustling port in a special way.

Frequently asked questions about guided port tours

Can I book a private guide?

Yes, the organisations mentioned usually offer private guides. Gather a group of family, friends or colleagues together and book a guide to suit you. Sometimes, you can also join a tour on your own or as a couple.