Historical Center Bruges Travel Guide

Bruges

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

Bruges Belfry

Bruges' multi-aged bell tower dominates the skyline and is the city's most recognizable 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 featuring a park 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 center.

Minnewater Park
Bruges which includes a river or creek, a small town or village and night scenes

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

Things to do

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Rp1.511.444
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

Rp688.759
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Bruges: Guided Tour & Boat Ride with Optional Beer Tasting
Witches

Day trip to Bruges in group

Rp1.320.122
per adult
Day trip to Bruges in group
Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour

Visit to Bruges with EN boat trip and DE beer tasting (optional)

Rp688.759
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Visit to Bruges with EN boat trip and DE beer tasting (optional)
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges

Rp57.205
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges
2-Hour Historical Walking Tour in Bruges with Praline Included

2-Hour Historical Walking Tour in Bruges with Praline Included

Rp57.397
per adult
2-Hour Historical Walking Tour in Bruges with Praline Included
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Top hotels in Historical Center Bruges

Martin's Relais

Martin's Relais

4 out of 5
Genthof 4, Bruges
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.337.558 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp2.337.558
Rp2.628.476 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 Rp4.960.737 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp4.960.737
Rp5.409.031 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful hotel in the heart of Bruges! Rooms are elegant and spacious. Staff was welcoming and we had a lovely time. Highly recommend!!!"

Reviewed on 19 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 Rp1.766.504 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.766.504
Rp2.022.996 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,356 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 Rp2.425.041 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp2.425.041
Rp2.721.109 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 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 Rp1.192.469 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.192.469
Rp1.414.584 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (825 reviews)
"Close to the centre and easy to walk to from the station. Basic facilities but my room had a balcony and a much needed fan. Clean and great shower pressure. Happy!"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Hotel 't Putje
ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station

ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station

1 out of 5
Marie Popelinplantsoen 4, Bruges
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.224.501 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.224.501
Rp1.448.537 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"We stayed in a triple room. The shower is inside of the bedroom as is the sink. With a separate toilet ensuite. Fans were very comfortable. The breakfast was very good and the location is excellent just a short walk from the station."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
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Other neighbourhoods around Historical Center Bruges

Bruges showing boating and a river or creek 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 a cemetery and flowers

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 boating and a river or creek 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

Historical Center Bruges Travel Guide