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: Ticket Groeningemuseum (Groeninge Museum)
From Bruges: Great War Flanders Fields Minibus Tour w/ Lunch
Bruges: The Beer Experience Museum Entry with Audio Guide
Bruges: Ticket Stadhuis (City Hall)
Bruges: Musea Brugge Card with Entry to 11 Museums
Top hotels in Historical Center Bruges
Martin's Brugge
The Martin’s is a great hotel; very friendly and helpful staff and so close to the main square of Bruges.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Good WiFi, great property right near Market Square. Great location for Christmas market and sightseeing. Room was large with a canal view. Small shower but worked great. Definitely recommend!!
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Novotel Brugge Centrum
Very good , the problem was air condition!!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Boutique Hotel Sablon by CW Hotel Collection
Really nice boutique hotel in a great location. The staff were all lovely and helpful. Nice sized room and bathroom with everything you needed and a delicious fresh breakfast.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Lovely hotel in a wonderful location, but still very quiet. Helpful and professional staff and beautifully decorated for the holidays. Breakfast was 38 euro which seemed very high (although there was unlimited sparkling wine). However, no complaints about the hotel or service!
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
ibis Styles Brugge Centrum
Clean room
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
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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.
Sint-Anna Quarter
If you're spending some time in Sint-Anna Quarter, Kantcentrum and Jerusalem Church 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.
