Historical Center Bruges Travel Guide
Bruges
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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.
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.
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.
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 Historical Center Bruges
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
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Great room and staff were excellent
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
ibis Styles Brugge Centrum
Room was clean , breakfast was very nice. Just didn’t like that you need to walk across to the other hotel for breakfast.
Reviewed on 13 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 City Theater and Bruges Christmas Market.
Sint-Anna Quarter
If you're spending some time in Sint-Anna Quarter, Kantcentrum and Jerusalem Church are top sights worth seeing.
