Sint-Gillis Travel Guide
Bruges
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Popular places to visit
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 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 Belfry
Bruges' multi-aged bell tower dominates the skyline and is the city's most recognizable feature. Views from the top are stunning.
Begijnhof
Step from the busy market square into a tranquil, centuries-old commune inhabited by nuns blessed with the singing voices of angels.
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.
Things to do
Bruges: Ticket Groeningemuseum (Groeninge Museum)
Bruges: The Beer Experience Museum Entry with Audio Guide
Bruges: Musea Brugge Card with Entry to 11 Museums
Top hotels in Sint-Gillis
Canal View Hotel Ter Brughe by CW Hotel Collection
Beautiful room, excellent location, super friendly staff.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Augustyn
Bruges demands the perfect base, and Hotel Augustyn delivers exactly that. We visited as a family — myself, my husband, and our 8-year-old daughter — and it was a joy from start to finish. The location is ideal. Close enough to all the major sights to feel connected to the magic of Bruges, yet tucked ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Martin's Brugge
Wonderful time spent there. Staff was amazing. Especially the bartender, keep me well stocked in peanuts.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Novotel Brugge Centrum
Rooms were clean. Lobby was really nice. Staff was so friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Boutique Hotel Sablon by CW Hotel Collection
Yes in both cases
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Perfect location. Beautiful inside and out. Fancy aged decorated. Staff are nice. Room is very clean and spacious. The bar was very nice.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sint-Gillis
Seminariek Quarter
While visiting Seminariek Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Our Lady of the Pottery and OLV-ter-Potterie.
Burg Quarter
If you're spending some time in Burg Quarter, Choco-Story Museum and Historium 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.
Sint-Anna Quarter
If you're spending some time in Sint-Anna Quarter, Kantcentrum and Jerusalem Church are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Historium and Choco-Story Museum.
