Discover Brussels with a Greeter in a dozen different languages. These passionate inhabitants will share their Brussels with you during an extraordinary encounter. They welcome you in their free time to help you experience the city the way the locals do and discover their neighbourhoods and their atmospheres, along with all their favourite places to go and things to do in the Brussels-Capital Region!
Discover Brussels and its neighborhoods with the Brussels Greeters. A unique and friendly experience!
Greeters take you off the beaten track
Brussels Greeters are passionate about sharing their love for the city. During a friendly walk, they take visitors to their favourite spots, local addresses and hidden gems, while sharing personal stories and anecdotes along the way. Each Greeter offers a unique and personal experience in a relaxed atmosphere, completely free of charge. Visits are for a maximum of 6 people and are available in around ten languages. Exchange is at the heart of the experience: discover Brussels through the eyes of someone who lives here and truly knows the city.
Brussels has mastered the art of a warm, down to earth welcome, thanks to the atmosphere that only its inhabitants know how to create.
Jacques Delors
🌼 Fan mail 🌼
- Sean is incredibly kind and thoughtful. Under his guidance, we became much more familiar with the history of Brussels and its cityscape. He led us on a tour around the city centre, visiting landmarks such as the cathedral, city hall, sopping galleries, and the former stock exchange. Additionally, he provided helpful tips on purchasing transport tickets and shared excellent food recommendations. Meeting him made our time in Brussels truly memorable. Yunying, Finland, 21/12/2024
- Charly was very professional and yet personable. He showed us not only the major tourist monuments as we walk along but also little details that only locals know about. For me, the most enjoyable part was when he brought us to a local café to enjoy a delicious Christmas brew. He knows the person in charge well and so we had an incredible time. Han Ming, USA, 26/12/2024
- This was my first foray into Brussels and my first time using a resource like Brussels Greeters. Thierry was the absolute definition of what I hoped this programme to be. Friendly, personable and a really good knowledge of the local area. Not only was it educational but it was casual and thorough without being rushed. Honestly, I don't think I could have had a better introduction. Thank you! Josh, USA, 24/03/2025
- It was a very interesting time with Alexandros! He explained in a very detailed way the story of Brussels' street art scene and its architecture in the beautiful streets of Saint-Gilles. The visit took place as agreed and lasted just over 3 hours, which flew by! Alexandros was very kind and spoke in a pleasant way! I would very recommend the tour and the enjoyable stay with the greeter Alexandros. We were very thankful for the occasion to join a Greeters walking tour and for getting this unique service! Thank you Alexandros, thank you Greeters! Alexander, Italy, 15/04/2025
- Thierry was fantastic!! He loaned me a bike and we explored Brussels faster this way and could see more things! We shared similar interests and he even did his research before meeting me!! If I could rate him over 10, I would!! Edwin, Singapore, 14/04/2025
- What a fantastic stroll! We had a wonderful time with Rachel as she showed us some hidden street art gems in Brussels. It was great to meet someone so familiar with the city. All in all it was a highlight of our trip and an enriching experience. Karen, Great Britain, 07/07/2025
- The greet was the best thing we did. It was authentic, heartfelt, intensive and so much more. Sean was not only a Greeter. He was and is really interested in giving us a comprehensive insight in Brussels and Belgium as deep as that can be in a few hours. He gave us the feeling having so much time only for us. Thank you very much for that. Anke, Germany, 05/08/2025
- What a great 3 hours. Lisette was informative and a pleasure to walk around Brussels with. We saw areas which I'm sure we would not have found by ourselves. An amazing idea. We would have been happy to pay for the experience. Caroline, Great Britain, 27/10/2025
The International Greeter Association
The International Greeter Association promotes participatory and sustainable tourism. All its members share the same core values: volunteering, small groups, free experiences, non-discrimination, sustainable tourism and cultural exchange. They favour unique discoveries with a personal story and are present in many countries and destinations.
Become a Greeter
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Would you like to help people discover Brussels in a novel way and volunteer to share what you love about your neighbourhood in a stroll through the city?
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Do you live in Brussels?
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Would you like to meet people from different cultures?
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Do you like sharing and cultural exchanges?
© Visit Brussels - Jean-Paul Remy
Brussels Greeters: discover the team
The Greeters are a team of over 100 Brussels inhabitants, from all walks of life. They welcome you in their free time to help you experience the city the way the locals do and will take you both into the centre of the city and into the neighbourhoods that they love in all 19 of the capital’s communes. Each visit is unique, as every Greeter has their own areas of interest that appeal to them. There’s something for everybody: history, Art Nouveau and Art Deco, Europe, street art, green spaces, LGBTQI+, gastronomy, beer, jazz, BD…
The Greeters network is a free service born of participative tourism based on volunteering and the enthusiasm of the locals. It is coordinated by visit.brussels and is a part of its mission to provide discoveries and a warm welcome for visitors.
Frequently asked questions
How can I meet a Greeter?
Around a month prior to your arrival, send us your request by filling in the online “Book a Greet” form, detailing your availability, contact details and interests. The Brussels Greeters network will do its very best to find an available Greeter and put you in contact with him/her. If you arrange for a tour on the day of your arrival in Brussels, remember to take into consideration any possible travel delay. We advise you to keep half a day between your arrival and the tour.
How much does it cost?
Greeters' services are completely free of charge. Greeters are volunteers who live in the capital.
How am I matched with a Greeter?
We will, of course, do our best to find you the perfect Greeter! We always try to match your language choices, but we cannot guarantee a perfect match with your interests.
When and how will I receive information about my Greeter?
You will receive information on your Greeter by email as soon as the tour is confirmed.
Are there routes or guided tours available as well?
No. Each tour with a Greeter is authentic! The tour is meant to be off the beaten track, so it does not include museums, city tours, exhibitions. For these services we recommend professional tour organisations, which you can find here:
Which other cities have Greeter organisations?
Many cities around the world have a Greeter network. Visit the International Greeters Association website to find out more: www.internationalgreeter.org
Do you want more information?
Contact us by email: greeters@visit.brussels.
Want to join the team?
Do you live in Brussels and want to help people discover the capital in a novel way? Are you eager to volunteer to share what you love about your neighbourhood on a tour through the city? Would you like to meet people from different cultures? Do you like exchanging with others and sharing knowledge and anecdotes? Then you are in the right place. Click here.
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