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

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

4.5/5(37 reviews)

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

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Bruges' multi-aged bell tower dominates the skyline and is the city's most recognisable feature. Views from the top are stunning.

Bruges Belfry
Minnewater showing a garden as well as a couple

Minnewater Park

4/5(7 reviews)

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
Basilica of the Holy Blood

Basilica of the Holy Blood

4.5/5(11 reviews)

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
Bruges which includes a river or creek, mist or fog and a small town or village

Burg

4/5(5 reviews)

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

All Day Bruges from Paris

All Day Bruges from Paris

AU$233
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
All Day Bruges from Paris
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

AU$141
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Bruges Full-Day Trip

Bruges Full-Day Trip Guided From Paris

AU$304
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bruges Full-Day Trip Guided From Paris
Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option

Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option

AU$64
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option
Bruges Small-group Full-day trip by Minivan from Paris

Bruges Small-group Full-day trip by Minivan from Paris

AU$475
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
96% of travellers recommend
Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour (+ beer tasting opt)
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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$212 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$212
15 July - 16 July
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! (1,011 reviews)
Bruges for 24hrs
"Great location, beautiful hotel, very good service"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 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$445 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$445
18 July - 19 July
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing palace like property and very friendly staff. Loved it."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Martin's Brugge
Martin's Brugge
3.5 out of 5
Oude Burg 5, Bruges
The price is AU$230 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$230
27 July - 28 July
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,289 reviews)
"Amazing location!! Got a 2 room for 4 people and there was tons of room."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Martin's Brugge
ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
1 out of 5
Marie Popelinplantsoen 4, Bruges
The price is AU$143 per night from 17 July to 18 July
AU$143
17 July - 18 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"No more"

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 6, Bruges
The price is AU$261 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$261
22 July - 23 July
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! (1,007 reviews)
Absolutely delightful stay!
"This hotel is BEAUTIFUL! The staff was friendly, helpful and accommodating. Do not miss the spa- it is wonderful (steam/sauna and comfy chaise chairs). Our room was clean, the mattress comfortable, and the bathroom had both a tub and shower. Great location in the heart of Bruges - minutes from the ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Dukes’ Arches – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Dukes’ Arches – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 20, Bruges
The price is AU$286 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$286
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent hotel staff very helpful professional and efficient. Don’t worry if you don’t get a limited parking space. There is an excellent underground parking two minutes drive from the back of the hotel which is half the price of the hotels parking"

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Dukes’ Arches – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
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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. Anne's Church and St. George's Archers Guild 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

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