Historical Center Bruges Travel Guide
Bruges
Visit Historical Center Bruges
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.
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.
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.
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)
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 Historical Center Bruges
Martin's Brugge
Friendly staff. Clean room. Incredible location!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
Nice place to stay for one night! Reasonable price for breakfast buffet! Very close to the Bruges station!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Loved our stay! Would recommend.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Novotel Brugge Centrum
The bed was the comfiest hotel bed I have slept in for years. Location was 10/10. Great stay
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Staff were very friendly and attentive. Beautiful building and very clean. Very close to market, and shops.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
ibis Styles Brugge Centrum
Great hotel in a great location. We had no breakfast, but the room was clean and big as it was wheelchair-accessible as hubby need a mobility scooter, and we could take that into the room. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The car park was next door and with reasonable prices. The TV had Netflix ...
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
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.
