Historical Center Bruges Travel Guide
Bruges
Visit Historical Center Bruges
Popular places to visit
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 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 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.
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 center.
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
Bruges: Guided Tour & Boat Ride with Optional Beer Tasting
Top hotels in Historical Center Bruges
Martin's Brugge
Great hotel. Close to centre. Staff were helpful and friendly will definitely be back
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Martin's Relais
Great staff great place
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Staff was excellent, room was great. Location is perfect for sightseeing and ships and restaurants. We will definitely be back!
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Novotel Brugge Centrum
We didn’t have breakfast just because we wanted to venture out and explore but the check in was easy, the room was very clean and comfortable and the location was perfect.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Hotel de Orangerie by CW Hotel Collection - Small Luxury Hotels of the World
The bed was extremely comfortable. The staf was very courteous.
Reviewed on 17 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
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.
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 Christmas Market and Choco-Story Museum.
Sint-Anna Quarter
If you're spending some time in Sint-Anna Quarter, Kantcentrum and Jerusalem Church are top sights worth seeing.
