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 Brugge
Martin's Brugge
3.5 out of 5
Oude Burg 5, Bruges
The price is AU$223 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$223
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! (1,298 reviews)
Good central option
"Great location. Very helpful staff. Good buffet breakfast. General condition of the hotel was fine, but there were some tired edges. Would have been nice to have a mini fridge and kettle in the family room."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Martin's Brugge
Martin's Relais
Martin's Relais
4 out of 5
Genthof 4, Bruges
The price is AU$213 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$213
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! (1,012 reviews)
Bruges for 24hrs
"Great location, beautiful hotel, very good service"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Martin's Relais
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 6, Bruges
The price is AU$261 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$261
21 July - 22 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! (1,010 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’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
5 out of 5
Prinsenhof 8, Bruges
The price is AU$431 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$431
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Amazing property! We stayed here on our 25th Wedding Anniversary, loved it! Such a great location, staff, and experience. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
1 out of 5
Marie Popelinplantsoen 4, Bruges
The price is AU$153 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$153
30 July - 31 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
Hotel Navarra Brugge
Hotel Navarra Brugge
4 out of 5
41 St Jakobsstraat, Bruges
The price is AU$246 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$246
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Wonderful Stay
"Our stay at Hotel Navarra was wonderful! It is in a great location, just a quick 4 minute walk to the main square. Although it is on a busy road, they provide earplugs if you are sensitive to noise when sleeping like I am. The hotel is beautiful, well maintained for a historic building, and has a ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Hotel Navarra Brugge
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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

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