"Everything exceeded expectations, from the clean buses to the helpful staff. The audio guide was clear, informative, and filled with fascinating facts about the city's history."
Brussels Smart Tour (Hop-On Hop-Off, Ferris Wheel, Walking Tour and AI City Guide)
Overview
Experience Brussels with unparalleled flexibility through this comprehensive Smart Tour. Travel on our fully electric hop-on hop-off buses and discover the Belgian capital at your own pace, from the historic Grand-Place to the modern Atomium and the European Quarter. Enhance your experience with a ride on The View Ferris Wheel for breathtaking panoramic vistas, continue your exploration on foot with Tootwalk audio tours, and depend on Tootie, our AI-driven city guide, for tailored recommendations during your visit.
About the activity
Free Cancellation
Mobile Voucher
Wheelchair Access
Family Friendly
Instant Confirmation
Audio Guide
English
French
German
Italian
Spanish
Portuguese
Russian
Dutch
Japanese
Chinese
Arabic
Highlights
- Hop-on, hop-off bus pass for one, two, or three days in Brussels
- The View Ferris Wheel offers a panoramic journey.
- The Tootbus app offers three walking excursions that are self-guided.
- Tailored advice from Tootie, the AI conversational urban planner
- Adult multilingual audio guide
- Children's comments in English, French, and Dutch
- Take an electric bus with reduced emissions.
Itinerary
Discover Belgium’s vibrant capital with the Brussels Smart Tour — the most complete sightseeing pass in Brussels, combining panoramic bus routes, skyline views and immersive walking experiences in one flexible package.
Explore Brussels by 100% Electric Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Travel comfortably aboard modern, 100% electric hop-on hop-off buses with strategically located stops near the city’s top landmarks. Enjoy unlimited access to both the Red and Blue routes, allowing you to hop off at must-see attractions and rejoin the tour whenever you’re ready. This flexible Brussels bus tour is ideal for first-time visitors and returning travellers alike.
Along the route, discover iconic highlights including:
- Grand-Place
- Manneken Pis
- Mont des Arts
- Royal Palace of Brussels
- Atomium
- Place Royale
- Parc du Cinquantenaire
- Sablon
- European Quarter
Tour features:
- Unlimited hop-on hop-off access
- Multi-stop city coverage
- 100% electric buses
The View Ferris Wheel Experience
Complete your city break with a ride on The View Ferris Wheel, located at Place Poelaert. From the top, enjoy breathtaking 360° panoramic views over Brussels’ historic rooftops, the Royal district and modern neighbourhoods — a perfect photo opportunity.
Tootwalk Audio-Guided Walking Tours
Go beyond the bus and explore Brussels on foot with immersive self-guided routes available in the Tootbus app. These themed walking tours help you uncover hidden gems, comic-strip heritage and charming districts at your own pace.
Included routes:
- Brussels Historic Centre – Grand-Place essentials
- Brussels Comic Strip Trail
- European Quarter discovery
Meet Tootie, Your AI City Guide
Enhance your visit with Tootie, your AI-powered local guide. Ask questions in real time, receive personalised recommendations and uncover places tailored to your interests.
Looking for the nearest Belgian waffle, a hidden viewpoint or the story behind a monument? Tootie provides instant answers — in your language and even your accent — making your Brussels experience interactive, seamless and uniquely personal.
What's Included
What's Included
- 1, 2 or 3-day Brussels hop-on hop-off bus pass
- Panoramic ride on The View Ferris Wheel
- 3 self-guided walking tours on the Tootbus app
- Personalised tips with Tootie, the AI conversational city guide
- Multilingual audio guide for adults
- Kids commentary available in EN, FR and NL
- Travel on low-emission electric buses
Schedule
1st April 2026 to August 31th 2026:
- Central Red route: First departure: 09:30 AM - Last departure: 6:00 PM
- Frequency: Buses every 20 minutes.
- Atomium Blue Shuttle: First departure: 10:00 AM - Last departure: 6:00 PM
- Frequency: Buses every hour.
September 1st 2026 to September 30th 2026:
- Central Red route: First departure: 10:00 AM - Last departure: 6:00 PM
- Frequency: Buses every 30 to 40 minutes.
- Atomium Blue Shuttle: First departure: 10:30 AM - Last departure: 4:00 PM
- Frequency: One departure every 2 hours.
October 1st 2026 to January 03rd 2027:
- Central Red route: First departure: 10:00 AM - Last departure: 5:00 PM
- Frequency: Buses every 20 to 30 minutes.
- Atomium Blue Shuttle: First departure: 10:30 AM - Last departure: 4:00 PM
- Frequency: One departure every 2 hours.
- Timings: 11:00am - 11:00pm (Last Entry at 10:30pm)
- Duration: Approx. 15 minutes
- Meeting Point:Place Poelaert, 1000 Brussels, Belgium
Redemption Info
- Passengers may board the bus at any designated stop, and vouchers can be directly exchanged with the driver.
- Upon exchanging your voucher, you will receive a ticket, which must be retained until the expiration date or the conclusion of the tour.
- It is essential to verify the expiration date on your ticket. Once the voucher is exchanged for a ticket, the voucher becomes invalid.
- The company is not responsible for any refunds in the event of a lost voucher or ticket.
Know Before You Go
Tour Validity :
- Remember that your vouchers will remain valid for the specific date and time that you selected during the booking process.
Important Info:
- There may be disruptions due to weather, traffic, and events. Refunds due to weather will not be issued unless the service is suspended due to weather.
- Infants will continue to travel free of charge and without a ticket while placed on the lap of a paying adult (up to two infants per adult). If the infant needs a separate individual seat, a kid category ticket must be ordered.
- You can start your Brussels hop-on hop-off tour at any stop.
- The Ferris Wheel ride can be taken anytime during your pass validity.
- Walking tours and Tootie require the Tootbus mobile app.
- Buses are wheelchair accessible.
- Buses that are 100% environmentally friendly
- Multiday tickets may only be used on consecutive days.
- Complimentary ear phones are provided, or you may use your own wired earbuds with a jack plug.
- Tickets are valid for the date booked. Once validated onboard for the first time, they remain active for 48, 72, or 120 hours, depending on the pass selected.
- Mobile App: Download "TooTBus" mobile app to find the nearest bus stops, operational updates and monuments on our interactive map.
- Stops and timings are subject to alter. There will be an updated map on the bus. There may be a small delay in the bus's arrival and departure schedules. Road closures and heavy traffic can result in delays, reduced trips, and route modifications. We'll make every effort to deliver a seamless and regular service! Under these circumstances, there will be no refund.
- Audio guide languages: English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Dutch, Arabic, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese and Russian.
- Kids commentary: Available in English, French and Dutch.
Cancellation Policy
- To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time.
- If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
- Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time.
- You must contact us through email. The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.
Disclaimer
- There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
- Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
- The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can easily book tours and activities through our website. Simply browse our destinations, select your preferred tour, choose your date and number of participants, and complete the secure online payment process. You'll receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase.
After booking, you'll receive a voucher via email. For hop-on-hop-off tours, exchange your voucher with the bus driver or staff at any designated stop to receive your physical ticket. For other activities, present your voucher (digital or printed) at the meeting point specified in your booking confirmation. Keep your ticket safe throughout the tour validity period.
We accept all major credit/debit cards. You can pay with a VISA debit or credit card, a MasterCard debit or credit card, Maestro, Visa Electron or American Express card.
Please note: We are based in the United Kingdom. Depending on your bank, an international transaction fee may apply. For more details about potential charges, please contact your card provider directly.
Yes. Your payment is absolutely safe with us. All transactions are protected with SSL encryption and processed securely. With our secure online payment system, your information is encrypted and protected against fraud. We use industry-standard SSL (Secure Socket Layer) protocols to safeguard data transfer, and all personal information is stored in secure environments not accessible to the public.
You will receive a confirmation email with your booking voucher immediately after purchase. If you do not receive it within a few minutes, please check your spam/junk folder.If any activity requires manual confirmation from the supplier/ tour operator, your booking will be confirmed within 24 hours.
Still haven’t received it? Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com and our team will be happy to assist you.
Your reference number will be displayed on the confirmation page after you complete your booking and in the confirmation email you receive once your tour is confirmed. All booking reference numbers begin with “ACTXXXX”.
If you don't receive your confirmation email within 30 minutes of booking, please check your spam/junk folder first. If it's not there, contact our customer support at booking@activity-crest.com with your payment details and booking information. We'll resend your confirmation and voucher immediately.
Yes. You can modify your booking after purchase. Modifications depend on the specific tour's terms and conditions. Some bookings allow date changes up to 24-48 hours before the tour, while others may have stricter policies. Contact us at booking@activity-crest.com as soon as possible if you need to modify your booking. Please note that changes may be subject to availability and additional fees.
Please bring a printed copy of your ticket voucher. Some local suppliers also accept vouchers shown on a mobile device (check the activity page for details). A valid photo ID is required for the traveler named on the ticket. For certain activities, a valid ID for each participant may be required – this will be clearly stated on your ticket.
Our cancellation policy varies by tours. Most tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. For specific cancellation terms and refund conditions, please check the individual tour page before booking. To cancel your booking, contact us at booking@activity-crest.com with your booking reference number.
Customer Reviews
4.6
based on 2,077 reviews
Rating Distribution
"The open-top deck provided incredible panoramic views and excellent photo opportunities. We enjoyed every minute and appreciated the freedom to create our own sightseeing schedule."
"Buses arrived on time throughout the day, making transfers effortless. The entire experience was organized, comfortable, and perfect for exploring the city's major attractions."
"The tour covered important landmarks, but delays, overcrowding, and inconsistent service overshadowed the positives. It didn't meet our expectations for a premium sightseeing experience."
"This tour helped us cover far more attractions than walking alone. Comfortable rides, beautiful views, and excellent route planning made our vacation even more memorable."
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