Bruges Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bruges Center
Popular places to visit
Bruges Market Square
This square has been a central part of Bruges for centuries, surrounded by attractions such as medieval guild buildings, the Provincial Court and the iconic 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
Views from the top of this bell tower are the most impressive in the city. This remarkable building is Bruges’ most recognisable landmark.
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.
Begijnhof
Escape the bustle of the central market square and step into the oasis that is this centuries-old nunnery, where you can hear the enchanting songs of evening prayer.
Basilica of the Holy Blood
Many pilgrims travel to this 12th-century church to see a relic of the blood of Christ, which has been preserved for over 2,000 years.
Activities
Bruges: Musea Brugge Card with Entry to 11 Museums
Bruges Day Trip from Amsterdam
Bruges: The Beer Experience Museum Entry with Audio Guide
Bruges: Choco-Story Museum with Audio Guide and Tastings
Our pick of the best Bruges Center Hotel Deals
Martin's Brugge
Fantastic,
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel Casselbergh Bruges
Very attentive staff, great location
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Novotel Brugge Centrum
Great location, couldn't have been easier to get to all the main sights on foot. Lovely hotel, mostly very clean (except our toilet!). Friendly, helpful staff on reception. Rooms a good size, and very comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Grand Hotel Normandy by CW Hotel Collection
Nice breakfast and lovely pool. The room was pleasant. The downstairs bathroom in the hotel had a really bad smell coming from it.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Boutique Hotel Sablon by CW Hotel Collection
Lovely clean rooms, friendly helpful staff, excellent location in the centre of Brugge. Good selection for breakfast. Had a lovely stay, would recommend to anyone. Shower takes a minute to warm, once it does it's excellent, good temperature and good water pressure. Couldn't ask for more, ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Hotel Ter Brughe by CW Hotel Collection
Absolutely gorgeous little hotel! Right next to the canal, very homey and unique decor. Loved the wooden beams on the roof and throughout the building. Very quaint and quiet. Very friendly and helpful staff, very clean, and has all the facilities you would need for a nice stay. Even got a little ...
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bruges Center
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.
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, Noordzandstraat and Bruges Christmas Market are top sights worth seeing.
Sint-Anna Quarter
If you're spending some time in Sint-Anna Quarter, Kantcentrum and Jerusalem Church 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 Bruges Christmas Market and Choco-Story Museum.
