Historical Center Bruges Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Historical Center Bruges
Popular places to visit
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 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 Belfry
Bruges' multi-aged bell tower dominates the skyline and is the city's most recognisable feature. Views from the top are stunning.
Burg
Learn about the local history of Bruges when you take a trip to Burg. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.
Minnewater Park
The “lake of love” is a gorgeous spot for a scenic stroll or waterside picnic, a relaxing haven from the busy streets of Bruges' historical centre.
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.
Activities
Bruges: Musea Brugge Card with Entry to 11 Museums
Bruges: Ticket Stadhuis (City Hall)
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Bruges: Ticket Groeningemuseum (Groeninge Museum)
THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips
Our pick of the best Historical Center Bruges Hotel Deals
Martin's Brugge
Room was spotless, staff helpful and friendly. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
A lovely characterful hotel with everything on your doorstep.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
Very comfortable bed, friendly service. Good location for walking into the old city centre but hard to find, being two floors above the station car park and not visible from ground level.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Novotel Brugge Centrum
Reception staff were friendly & helpful at all times. Great room with double bed & sofa plenty of room for two nice touches with Rituals shower gel etc. very convenient for all of Brugge attractions while still quiet
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Absolutely lovely hotel. Right in the centre, 4 minute walk from bars and squares, churches and cathedrals! Spotless and high level of customer service.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Boutique Hotel Sablon by CW Hotel Collection
The stay was great. The only downside was the room was really cold. Tried turning up the air con, that didn’t work. Eventually found the radiator adjustment. Which sorted the issue.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historical Center Bruges
Bruges Center
Bruges Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Choco-Story Museum and Historium, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Bruges.
Burg Quarter
If you're spending some time in Burg Quarter, Choco-Story Museum and Historium are top sights worth seeing.
Steenstraat Quarter
If you're spending some time in Steenstraat Quarter, Bruges Christmas Market and Bruges Market Square are top sights worth seeing.
Sint-Anna Quarter
If you're spending some time in Sint-Anna Quarter, Kantcentrum and Jerusalem Church are top sights worth seeing.
Magdalena Quarter
If you're spending some time in Magdalena Quarter, Fish Market and Godshuis St-Jozef & De Meulenaere are top sights worth seeing.
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.
