Bruges Center Travel Guide

Bruges

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Popular places to visit

Bruges Christmas Market

Bruges Christmas Market

4/5(82 reviews)

During your trip to Bruges, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bruges Christmas Market. Discover the area's stunning cathedral or seek out its local tours.

Bruges Christmas Market
Bruges Market Square featuring a city and heritage architecture

Bruges Market Square

4.5/5(376 reviews)

The historical heart of Bruges is framed by guild buildings and the Provincial Court. Presiding over the square is the imposing Belfort.

Bruges Market Square
Bruges Belfry which includes street scenes, horse riding and a city

Bruges Belfry

4.5/5(256 reviews)

Bruges' multi-aged bell tower dominates the skyline and is the city's most recognizable feature. Views from the top are stunning.

Bruges Belfry
Basilica of the Holy Blood

Basilica of the Holy Blood

4.5/5(93 reviews)

The blood of Christ, preserved for over 2,000 years, is the focal point of this 12th-century church, drawing reverent pilgrims from all over the world.

Basilica of the Holy Blood
Bruges which includes a river or creek, a small town or village and night scenes

Burg

4.5/5(67 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Bruges when you take a trip to Burg. Add the area's stunning cathedral or shops to your travel plans.

Burg
Begijnhof which includes a small town or village, a bridge and heritage architecture

Begijnhof

4.5/5(58 reviews)

Step from the busy market square into a tranquil, centuries-old commune inhabited by nuns blessed with the singing voices of angels.

Begijnhof

Things to do

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

£68
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour

Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour (+ beer tasting opt)

£31
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour (+ beer tasting opt)
Witches

Day trip to Bruges in group

£60
per adult
Day trip to Bruges in group
Unique Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop in Bruges

Unique Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop in Bruges

£42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Unique Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop in Bruges
Bruges by night tour

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges

£3
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges
"Yes, that's really what they did in the Middle Ages."

Storytelling Tour Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips

£3
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Storytelling Tour Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips
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Top hotels in Bruges Center

Martin's Relais

Martin's Relais

4 out of 5
Genthof 4, Bruges
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £104 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£104
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"The hotel's location is great, central yet on a quiet street. Check in was fine, but didn't have a warm welcome feeling here, quite cold actually. At least that was my experience as an asian women traveler. The hotel itself is dated but cute and cozy, the room was clean. Overall it's a good ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Martin's Relais
Martin's Brugge

Martin's Brugge

3.5 out of 5
Oude Burg 5, Bruges
The price is £97 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£97
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,325 reviews)
"Bed was comfy, super central"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Martin's Brugge
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges

Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges

4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 6, Bruges
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £146 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£146
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,019 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel. Excellent location. Only downside was the gym facility. Dated with some broken equipment and did not allow for some equipment use if someone was getting a massage."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection

Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection

5 out of 5
Prinsenhof 8, Bruges
The price is £168 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£168
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Make sure to ask for some sort of view. Some rooms look out into a window well and at a brick wall a few feet away. Location and facilities were top notch. Breakfast buffet was great, but there are also many other great breakfast options nearby."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Hotel Navarra Brugge

Hotel Navarra Brugge

4 out of 5
41 St Jakobsstraat, Bruges
The price is £109 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£109
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
Nice convenient hotel.
"Nice big room. Great location. Two blocks from the main square."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Hotel Navarra Brugge
Dukes’ Arches – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection

Dukes’ Arches – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection

4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 20, Bruges
The price is £137 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
£137
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"It is almost impossible to fault this hotel. Their breakfast is fantastic, their beds and bedding excellent. The staff is helpful and kind. I have stayed several times in this hotel and will continue to return. The only issue that can be addressed is the soundproofing. Late returns in neighbouring ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Dukes’ Arches – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Bruges Center

Bruges Market Square showing markets, heritage architecture and street scenes

Historical Center Bruges

4.5/5(692 area reviews)

Travellers to Historical Center Bruges praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Choco-Story Museum and Burg.

Historical Center Bruges
West Flanders featuring a cemetery and flowers

Burg Quarter

If you're spending some time in Burg Quarter, Choco-Story Museum and Burg are top sights worth seeing.

Burg Quarter
Bruges showing boating and a river or creek as well as a large group of people

Steenstraat Quarter

If you're spending some time in Steenstraat Quarter, Bruges Christmas Market and Bruges Market Square are top sights worth seeing.

Steenstraat Quarter
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Sint-Anna Quarter

If you're spending some time in Sint-Anna Quarter, St. George's Archers Guild and Kantcentrum are top sights worth seeing.

Sint-Anna Quarter
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Magdalena Quarter

If you're spending some time in Magdalena Quarter, Godshuis St-Jozef & De Meulenaere and Fish Market are top sights worth seeing.

Magdalena Quarter
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Ezelstraat Quarter

Though Ezelstraat Quarter may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bruges City Theater and Bruges Christmas Market.

Ezelstraat Quarter

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