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Bruges Day Trip from Brussels

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Brussels, Belgium

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Overview

In this full-day tour, explore the “Venice of the North” Bruges, with round-trip transfer from Brussels. Enjoy one of the most fascinating medieval cities in Europe with an English-speaking guide, and discover why the entire historic centre of Bruges is a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Enjoy 4 free hours for lunch and explore the city as you please. Taste some of the exclusive chocolates of Bruges and pop into some of the legendary lace shops.

What's Included

  • City tips
  • Round-trip with A/C
  • Guided walking tour in Bruges
  • Food and drinks
  • Bruges has a tourist regulation and sometimes the service is provided using radios with headphones.
  • Customers can use their headphones, if they don't have them, we offer headphones for only €1
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Carrefour de l'Europe
1000 Bruxelles, Belgium

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Bargeplein (Katelijnparking)

Our bus will leave us in Bargeplein. Here we will have 10 minutes to go to the bathroom. The guide will explain at what time should we be back in the bus.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Minnewater Lake

Our first stop will be Minnewater, also known as the "Lake of love". With the beautiful lake on the background our guide will explain the history of Bruges as well as the love story occurred in this lake.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Begijnhof

The next step of our tour will be the Begijnhof. Founded in 1245, this place saves the history of an incredible group of women.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Walplein

In this beautiful square, our guide will explain us the history of Bruges beer.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Stoofstraat

Here our guide will teach us how to identify the original medieval houses.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mariastraat 23 (Pass By)

You will have the chance to take some beautiful photos from the little bridge.
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Saint John’s Hospital

In front of Old St. John’s Hospital our guide will explain how the health system in the medieval Bruges worked.
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8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk

In front of old St. John’s Hospital, we will find the Church of Our Lady. From the outside, our guide will explain us some curiosities of the white marble sculpture of the Madonna and Child created by Michelangelo that is inside the church mentioned before.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Gruuthusemuseum

In the front of Gruuthuse, we will get to know the most famous and powerful family of Bruges between the XVII and XVIII centuries.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St Bonifacius Bridge

In one of the most charming spots of Bruges, our guide will explain the interesting legend of this bridge. You will also have time to take photos.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Quai du Rosaire / Rozenhoedkaai

In the most photographed place of Bruges, our guide will tell us about the history surrounding the "Pier of the roses". You will also have the chance to take some pictures.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Huidenvettersplein

Our next step is Tanners square, here we will learn about how tanners worked in the medieval Bruges.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Burg Square

In this square we find the Gothic Town Hall, the Old Court House and the Basilica of the Holy Blood.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Markt

The last point of our guided tour is The Market Square or Grote Markt. Here our guide will explain the different buildings around the square and they will also give some tips about where to eat or which are the best shops to buy the traditional chocolate. The guide will also remember you when and where you must be to take the bus back to Brussels.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bruges

Free time, you will enjoy about 4 hours of free time (it depends on the traffic and the rhythm of the group).
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Bargeplein (Katelijnparking)

Here waits our guide and the bus. Time to go back to Brussels.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You will receive the confirmation at time of booking
  • Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
  • No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you some great food spots.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Bruges Day Trip from Brussels?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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488 reviews

Average 4.36 out of 5 stars based on 488 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • City tips
  • Round-trip with A/C
  • Guided walking tour in Bruges
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Bruges has a tourist regulation and sometimes the service is provided using radios with headphones.
  • Customers can use their headphones, if they don't have them, we offer headphones for only €1

Additional Info

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Belgian regulations require the use of radio-guides on some occasions; you can use your own, 3.5 mm jack and not wireless, or buy disposable ones for 1€.
  • You will receive the confirmation at time of booking
  • Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
  • No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you some great food spots.
  • Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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100% refund
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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