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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  Belgium  /  Flanders  /  West Flanders Province  /  Bruges  /  Historic Centre of Brugge

Historic Centre of Brugge, Bruges

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#1 of 1,946 in Things to do in Flanders
Must see · World heritage site · Historic Site · Tourist Spot
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Step into Old World charm in Historic Centre of Brugge. Once a medieval settlement, this quiet city center still features preserved Gothic buildings and was at one time considered to be a major commercial city, due mainly to its port. Walk the cobbled streets to find endless chocolate shops, pubs featuring doubles and triples, and a mix of architectural styles. View the historic city on a boat tour through the canals, or sit back during a carriage ride through the canal-lined streets. If you've seen the film "In Bruges," you may want to take a guided tour, which can pinpoint major locations from the film. Add Historic Centre of Brugge and other attractions to your Bruges trip itinerary using our Bruges vacation tool.
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Tours to Historic Centre of Brugge

FROM $3 BOOK WITH VIATOR Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges
4.9
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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FROM $79 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges Private Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Bruges
4.9
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
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FROM $17 BOOK WITH VIATOR Bruges Night Package: Evening Tour & Beer Tasting Bruges Night Package: Evening Tour & Beer Tasting
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $54 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private History Tour of Bruges - Customize Your Authentic Experience Private History Tour of Bruges - Customize Your Authentic Experience
5.0
Duration: 2 hours
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FROM $44 BOOK WITH VIATOR Photo Tour "Jan van Eyck" Photo Tour "Jan van Eyck"
3.5
Duration: 2 hours
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FROM $6 BOOK WITH VIATOR Bruges Self-Guided Audio Tour Bruges Self-Guided Audio Tour
1.0
Duration: 6 to 9 hours
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  • By HNBISOFF
    We did a walking tour of Bruges and this quaint little town was absolutely beautiful. The cobblestone streets, the beautiful stores and traffic controls made a beautiful and exciting visit. 
    We did a walking tour of Bruges and this quaint little town was absolutely beautiful. The cobblestone streets, the beautiful stores and traffic controls made a beautiful and exciting visit.  more »
  • By 760billa
    I understand that this is subjective; but, I believe that Bruges is one of the most picturesque cities in the world. It is filled with cobble stone streets, beautiful canals and lots of medieval... 
    I understand that this is subjective; but, I believe that Bruges is one of the most picturesque cities in the world. It is filled with cobble stone streets, beautiful canals and lots of medieval...  more »
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