Historical Center 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.
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 Day Trip from Amsterdam
Bruges: Musea Brugge Card with Entry to 11 Museums
Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges
Bruges: Ticket Groeningemuseum (Groeninge Museum)
Top hotels in Historical Center Bruges
Martin's Brugge
All good
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
ibis budget Brugge Centrum Station
Quiet and clean I definitely return.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Novotel Brugge Centrum
Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Beautiful hotel!! Great common, living spaces with bar! Gorgeous! Lovely and clean room. Very spacious! Mini bar with fridge space. Large room and large bathroom, lots of closet space! Wonderful and helpful staff!! The best!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Dukes’ Palace – by Dukes’ Hotel Collection
Amazing! We had a great room. Very clean and spacious. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 14 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
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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, Muntplein and Bruges Christmas Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Muntplein and Bruges City Theater.
