Bruges Center Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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: Ticket Groeningemuseum (Groeninge Museum)
Bruges: The Beer Experience Museum Entry with Audio Guide
Bruges: Ticket Stadhuis (City Hall)
Bruges: Musea Brugge Card with Entry to 11 Museums
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges
Top hotels in Bruges Center
Martin's Brugge
Extremely convenient and comfortable hotel. Right in the centre - which did make it a little noisy with people walking past and in particular the tourist horse and carts right under our window all day. The carillon bells were also noisy, although pleasant. The breakfast was good, we had a pleasant ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Martin's Relais
I loved the location, facing at a quiet canal, a short stroll away from the bustle of the touristy areas. Wonderful dining options nearby. There is a bus stop a few steps away that take you to the train station or the farthest reaches of the city. The room was spacious, nicely furnished, with a beautiful ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Novotel Brugge Centrum
Clean, good sized room, very nice staff, convenient location.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Lovely stay for a night in this hotel but bed comfort was not to my liking.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Lovely. Stay at Grand Hotel Casselberg, the best hotel we stayed on our vacation through Belgium and Netherlands. Just a charming town and location. Highly recommend this hotel all around. I cannot comment on the breakfast as we went out for brunch.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Dukes’ Academie – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Very clean room and very well located
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bruges Center
Historical Center Bruges
Travellers to Historical Center Bruges praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Choco-Story Museum and Burg.
Burg Quarter
If you're spending some time in Burg Quarter, Choco-Story Museum and Burg 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.
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.
Magdalena Quarter
If you're spending some time in Magdalena Quarter, Godshuis St-Jozef & De Meulenaere and Fish Market 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.
