Box of assorted Belgian chocolates
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Belgium · Gift guide

What to Bring Back From Belgium: 12 Gift Ideas (Chocolate, Beer and More)

🎁 12 ideas🍫 Chocolate🍺 Beer
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The best things to bring back from Belgium are chocolate, beer, speculoos biscuits and local food gifts. They are easy to pack and loved by almost everyone, and the holiday season makes them even better as presents. Taste before you buy: our chocolate tour and beer tour show you what is worth taking home.
🎁Ideas
12
🍫Top pick
Chocolate
🍺Second pick
Beer
🎄Perfect for
Holiday gifts
Cold outside, warm inside
  • Hot chocolate
  • Waffles
  • Festive lights

12 gift ideas from Belgium

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Pralines

Filled chocolates are the classic Belgian gift.

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Chocolate bars

Good for people who prefer plain chocolate.

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Belgian beer

Choose a few styles for a tasting set.

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Speculoos

Spiced biscuits, easy to pack.

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Spreads

Biscuit and chocolate spreads travel well.

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Beer glasses

Many beers have their own glass.

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Mustard and sauces

Small jars for food lovers.

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Waffle mixes

Make a Belgian waffle at home.

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Biscuits and sweets

Regional sweets and biscuits.

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Lace

A traditional local craft.

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Comics

Belgium is known for its comic-book tradition.

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Hot chocolate

Chocolate to melt into hot milk.

Table of Belgian chocolate candies in Brussels
Hot chocolate in a cupCold glass of Belgian beer

What is included

  • 10 chocolate tastings at the best chocolatiers of Brussels
  • 1-hour chocolate workshop: make your own creations
  • Take your chocolate creations home
  • Guided walking tour past the major sights
  • Entry and admission fees
  • A live guide in English or French

Not included: tips or gratuities for your guide.

Pack and carry tips

Chocolate melts, so keep it in a cool place and out of a warm bag. Wrap glass bottles in clothes. Check your airline and customs rules for liquids and alcohol before you travel.

Taste before you buy

Join our chocolate tour and workshop or our beer tasting tour to know what you like before you shop.

Is this tour right for you?

Great if you

  • love chocolate and want real variety, not just one shop
  • travel with children from 6 years old
  • want a souvenir you made yourself
  • want to see the city centre between tastings

Think twice if

  • you use a wheelchair or a stroller: the tour is not accessible
  • you travel with an infant: infants are not allowed
  • you cannot be at the start on time: late arrivals are not accepted or refunded

Practical tips before you book

  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. The tour starts on time.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for the walking part.
  • Plan to eat lightly beforehand: 10 chocolate tastings add up.
  • Children aged 6 to 11 have a reduced price on the booking form.
  • Booking closes 1 hour before the start. Public transportation is nearby.

Where the tour starts

The tour starts at Grand Place 23, 1000 Brussels. Meet your guide outside Mary Grand'Place at least 15 minutes before departure. Open the meeting point in Google Maps.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best souvenir from Belgium?

Chocolate is the classic, followed by beer and speculoos biscuits.

Can I bring beer on a plane?

Check your airline and customs rules. Pack bottles carefully in checked luggage.

How do I keep chocolate from melting?

Keep it cool and out of warm bags or cars.

Can I taste before buying?

On our chocolate and beer tours you taste several options with a guide.

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