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“Well worth the money”
I booked my husband and myself on this tour - I am a great lover of chocolate but he is not so much. This tour is not just about the chocolate as our guide, Marie, told us a lot about the general history of the buildings and sites we were passing on the way to the chocolate. I was amazed at how many chocolate shops there are in Brussels and how they all manage to keep going! We went to some very classy joints but some more affordable ones as well. The workshop was very well organised and I enjoyed eating what I had made afterwards! We were a small group - we were the only English, the rest were Americans - but we all got on very well. Marie was an excellent guide as she was very informative but made the whole thing fun as well. I would suggest that you make a note of the names and locations of your favourite chocolate shops as it took us two days to find the one that sold the most amazing macaroons! This trip is suitable for all but involves a lot of walking so maybe not for young children. There are also quite a few steps and stairs in some of the shops so not suitable for buggies or wheelchairs.
“Food & beer tour was a great experience”
We were taking a break from Paris and took the train to Brussels for a day. We decided to do the food tour which included mussels, cheese, beer, waffles and chocolate. Our tour guide was amazing! We walked about the main square, stopping in various shops and restaurants. She did an excellent job showing us the city and giving us the scoop on the local life and also where to avoid. She recommended a restaurant for dinner that night, which was incredible. It was a great way to spend one day in Brussels. Tip - don't each lunch before the 1P meet. You will get plenty of food and drink over the 3 hour tour.
“What an amazing experience!”
This was one of a kind experience for us! Guided beer tour with a history lesson of this beautiful city! Our guide was amazing, funny and very friendly. Also spoke English. It felt like a walking tour with your friends. All participants on our tour were Americans so we end up hanging little bit after the tour. If you haven't done it, we highly recommend it!!!!
“More than just a chocolate tour!”
We booked this tour last minute and weren't disappointed. There were 8 of us on the tour in total and the small number really worked we'll. it was more than just a chocolate tour. We were informed of many historical aspects of Brussels. The walking tour was divided by the chocolate workshop - which was great fun for all ages! The tour guide was well informed and the shops visited were friendly and accommodating and the samples were delicious. This is more than just a chocolate tour and well worth the money!
“Guaranteed Fun”
All these reviewers are right. This is a can't miss 4 hours of fun and education. My wife doesn't usually drink beer and she had a blast. Mary was our guide, it was raining and it didn't matter. Mary took us to several bars and introduced us to 8 very special different beers. Some of the bars had locals only inside because a casual tourist would have no way to find them. During the 4 hours Mary would revisit each of us personally several times with anecdotes and to answer questions. Also between bars Mary would give us valuable inside information about the restaurants and shops along the way. Add to all of this you begin with a group of strangers who gradually get happier and happier until the end when you have a bunch of very nice new friends. We will do this again when we return.
“Fantastic Tour”
Our guide was knowledgeable and shared her understanding of chocolate and also the history of this amazing city. We visited several places and had amazing chocolate - some choices, some were chosen for us. A particular highlight was the chocolate-making portion of the tour where we got to participate in making various chocolates (which we were able to take with us when the tour ended). A fantastic way to experience the city.
“A brilliant tour!”
I booked a trip to Brussels for my partner's birthday and I decided to take her on a tour of the city. After finding this one and reading reviews on tripadvisor I knew I had to book it. Delectable chocolate and interesting facts about the city, what more could a tourist want?
I hadn't expected the tour to be as good as it was, visiting many chocolate shops, and stopping at interesting points in the city. The tour guide (Marie) was brilliant, everyone sang her praises at the end and were thrilled with how much enthusiasm she had. It was by no means a bog standard tour where the guide just reeled off a script half heartedly and this really made the difference between a good tour and a great one.
If you're reading this and wondering whether or not to go on the tour, definitely do it! The chocolate is abundant and the city is beautiful.
“You Should take this Tour”
We had an awesome tour. Our tour guide was perfect. We went to 3 chocolate shops and along the way she stopped and told us about the history of the area as well as points of interest such as restaurants , coffee shops and even great places to shop. It was her first day and you would have never known it. At the end of the tour she even offered to hang around and share a list she had made of things to see and do around the city. Everyone loved our guide. You should take this tour because not only is it fun , it is the best chocolate ever. I was amazed at the amount of chocolate that we had during the tastings, at now location we tried 3 pieces. It is so hard to decide what you like because it was all great. However; I must say that they save the best for last.... save room ( and some Money to buy some to take home ) at MARY's. In the middle of the tour we went to their office ( which is lovely ) and made chocolates and tasked some that they had made. It was a lot of fun. Truly it was one of the best things we did in Brussels. Loved this tour.