Sint-Gillis Travel Guide

Bruges

Photo by Martijn Scheepers
Photo by Martijn Scheepers
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Popular places to visit

Bruges Christmas Market

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 Christmas Market
Bruges Market Square featuring a city and heritage architecture

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 Market Square
Bruges Belfry which includes street scenes, horse riding and a city

Bruges Belfry

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

Bruges Belfry
Basilica of the Holy Blood

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.

Basilica of the Holy Blood
Minnewater featuring a park as well as a couple

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.

Minnewater Park
Bruges which includes a river or creek, a small town or village and night scenes

Burg

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

Things to do

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam

฿2,954
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Bruges: Walking Tour, Canal Boat Trip w/Beer Tasting Option

Bruges: Guided Tour & Boat Ride with Optional Beer Tasting

฿1,346
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Bruges: Guided Tour & Boat Ride with Optional Beer Tasting
Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour

Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour (+ beer tasting opt)

฿1,346
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Guided tour of Bruges and Boat Tour (+ beer tasting opt)
Witches

Day trip to Bruges in group

฿2,580
per adult
Day trip to Bruges in group
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges

Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges

฿112
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges
Unique Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop in Bruges

Unique Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop in Bruges

฿2,019
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Unique Belgian Chocolate Making Workshop in Bruges
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Top hotels in Sint-Gillis

Hotel Ter Brughe by CW Hotel Collection

Hotel Ter Brughe by CW Hotel Collection

4 out of 5
Oost-Gistelhof 2, Bruges
The price is ฿4,115 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿4,115
฿4,663 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excelente lugar para quedarse y disfrutar de Brujas"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hotel Ter Brughe by CW Hotel Collection
Hotel Augustyn

Hotel Augustyn

3 out of 5
Augustijnenrei 18, Bruges
The price is ฿4,175 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿4,175
฿4,727 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (210 reviews)
"Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was professional and courteous. Front desk is not available 24/7, only during select hours. Street parking available, but expensive during the day. Parking garage accessible, 7 min walk. Very close to city center, shops and restaurants. No refrigerator in the ..."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hotel Augustyn
Martin's Relais

Martin's Relais

4 out of 5
Genthof 4, Bruges
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,675 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,675
฿5,256 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"We loved this hotel, the family room was large, the beds comfortable and the bathroom was excellent. Didn’t eat breakfast at hotel as we preferred to go out and eat at nearby cafes. Its position was central and it was easy to walk around Bruges which is exactly what we wanted. The staff were kind ..."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Martin's Relais
Martin's Brugge

Martin's Brugge

3.5 out of 5
Oude Burg 5, Bruges
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,533 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,533
฿4,046 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,338 reviews)
"A high quality hotel with an excellent family owned restaurant in the courtyard. Easy access to the old town. Good underground secure parking at 30€ a night."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Martin's Brugge
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection

Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection

5 out of 5
Prinsenhof 8, Bruges
The price is ฿9,920 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
฿9,920
฿10,817 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Wonderful
"Gorgeous hotel and wonderful staff. Located just behind shopping street full of restaurants and retail …all you could want. The room was beautiful as were the grounds and public sitting areas. Would stay again of course!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges

Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges

4 out of 5
Hoogstraat 6, Bruges
The price is ฿5,588 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿5,588
฿6,225 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bruges. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Try nice place to stay. Central to everything. Everything was very clean. Room was great."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
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Other neighbourhoods around Sint-Gillis

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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
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 Market Square showing markets, heritage architecture and street scenes

Historical Center Bruges

4.5/5(692 area reviews)

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.

Historical Center Bruges
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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
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
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Kristus-Koning

Visitors to Kristus-Koning enjoy its coffee shops, and if you want to do some exploring, Graaf Visartpark is worth a stop.

Kristus-Koning

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