Bruges Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Bruges Christmas Market

Bruges Christmas Market

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 showing a city and heritage architecture

Bruges Market Square

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 showing street scenes, horse riding and a city

Bruges Belfry

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

Bruges Belfry
Basilica of the Holy Blood

Basilica of the Holy Blood

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, mist or fog and a small town or village

Burg

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 featuring heritage architecture, a river or creek and a small town or village

Begijnhof

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

Begijnhof

Activities

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$141
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option

Bruges: Guided Tour & Boat Ride with Optional Beer Tasting

AU$64
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Bruges: Guided Tour & Boat Ride with Optional Beer Tasting
Bruges Small-group Full-day trip by Minivan from Paris

Bruges Small-group Full-day trip by Minivan from Paris

AU$474
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bruges Small-group Full-day trip by Minivan from Paris
Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour

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

AU$64
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour (+ beer tasting opt)
Witches

Day trip to Bruges in group

AU$123
per adult
Day trip to Bruges in group
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges

AU$5
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges
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Our pick of the best Bruges Center Hotel Deals

Martin's Relais

Martin's Relais

4 out of 5
Genthof 4, Bruges
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$248 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$248
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"A quaint property with lots of character and full of original features. Ideally situated for the sights but in a quiet area. My bedroom was large and comfortable. Staff are very friendly and breakfast was lovely with white linen and views of the canal. I recommend this highly."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Martin's Relais
Martin's Brugge

Martin's Brugge

3.5 out of 5
Oude Burg 5, Bruges
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$191 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$191
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,330 reviews)
Brilliant Overnight Stop
"Easy to find, smooth friendly check-in and excellent rooms. The underground carpark makes this an 11/10 for me, and we will certainly return for future visits to the city."

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

Martin's Brugge
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection

Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection

5 out of 5
Prinsenhof 8, Bruges
The price is AU$444 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
AU$444
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
Wonderful
"Gorgeous hotel and wonderful staff. Located just behind shopping street full of restaurants and retail …all you could want. The room was beautiful as were the grounds and public sitting areas. Would stay again of course!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

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

Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges

4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 6, Bruges
The price is AU$283 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$283
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Great location near to everything plenty of bars and restaurants nearby.Rooms spacious ,clean and good coffee machine.location excellent and good price"

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2025

Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Crowne Plaza Bruges by IHG

Crowne Plaza Bruges by IHG

4 out of 5
Burg 10, Bruges
Fully refundable
The price is AU$271 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$271
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Great Place
"Great location, clean, good sized rooms, fully recommend."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Crowne Plaza Bruges by IHG
Hotel 't Putje

Hotel 't Putje

't Zand 31, Bruges
The price is AU$149 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
AU$149
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (817 reviews)
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Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Hotel 't Putje
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Other neighbourhoods around Bruges Center

Bruges Market Square showing markets, heritage architecture and street scenes

Historical Center Bruges

5/5(67 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 flowers and a cemetery

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 a river or creek and boating 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

Bruges Center Travel Guide

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