Historical Center Bruges Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bruges Market Square showing markets, heritage architecture and street scenes
Groeningemuseum
Historical Center Bruges
Bruges Belfry which includes horse riding, a square or plaza and skyline
Bruges Market Square showing a city and heritage architecture

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
Minnewater showing a garden as well as a couple

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.

Minnewater Park
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

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 Historical Center Bruges 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$251 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$251
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! (1,001 reviews)
"We loved this hotel, the family room was large, the beds comfortable and the bathroom was excellent. Didn’t eat breakfast at hotel as we preferred to go out and eat at nearby cafes. Its position was central and it was easy to walk around Bruges which is exactly what we wanted. The staff were kind ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025

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

Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection

5 out of 5
Prinsenhof 8, Bruges
The price is AU$489 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
AU$489
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Fantastic location, staff and property!!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
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$193 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$193
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! (1,351 reviews)
"Friendly service muy bien."

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Martin's Brugge
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges

Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges

4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 6, Bruges
The price is AU$291 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$291
24 Aug - 25 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)
"excellent breakfast, and wonderfull position"

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Hotel 't Putje

Hotel 't Putje

't Zand 31, Bruges
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$135 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$135
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (823 reviews)
A nice hotel but needs refurbishment
"Very good location and a nice old property but it shadowing its age and is in urgent need of refurbishment. But still comfortable and close to many restaurants and cafés."

Reviewed on 17 Aug. 2025

Hotel 't Putje
Hotel Navarra Brugge

Hotel Navarra Brugge

4 out of 5
41 St Jakobsstraat, Bruges
Fully refundable
The price is AU$233 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$233
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"A group of us stayed before a bike and barge trip and LOVED this hotel! Beautiful, clean, roomy, helpful friendly staff, close to restaurants, shopping and attractions. Hope to stay again."

Reviewed on 12 Aug. 2025

Hotel Navarra Brugge
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Other neighbourhoods around Historical Center Bruges

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

Bruges Center

Bruges Center is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Choco-Story Museum and Burg, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Bruges.

Bruges Center
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

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