Bruges Center Travel Guide
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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 recognizable 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.
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.
Begijnhof
Step from the busy market square into a tranquil, centuries-old commune inhabited by nuns blessed with the singing voices of angels.
Things to do
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Bruges: Musea Brugge Card with Entry to 11 Museums
THE Storytelling Tour of Bruges | First Day Must | History & Tips
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges
Top hotels in Bruges Center
Martin's Brugge
Hotel was great very close to the center of the city!
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Martin's Relais
Everything. Amazing stay! Best of our Europe Christmas markets trip. Would definitely stay there again & recommend.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Excellent room
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Novotel Brugge Centrum
great location, friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Boutique Hotel Sablon by CW Hotel Collection
Really nice boutique hotel in a great location. The staff were all lovely and helpful. Nice sized room and bathroom with everything you needed and a delicious fresh breakfast.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Great room and staff were excellent
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bruges Center
Historical Center Bruges
Travellers to Historical Center Bruges praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Historium and Choco-Story Museum.
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.
