Bruges

A curated guide to Bruges, Belgium: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Rosary Quay 4.8★ (2,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Belfry of Bruges 4.7★ (29,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. De Burg 4.7★ (4,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Market Square 4.7★ (17,000 reviews) · Historical landmark
  5. Basilica of the Holy Blood 4.6★ (5,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. Groeninge Museum 4.6★ (3,000 reviews) · Art museum
  7. Church of Our Lady 4.6★ (12,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  8. Minnewater Park 4.6★ (12,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. House of waffles 4.6★ (5,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. Mozart Restaurant Brugge 4.6★ (3,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. Carpe Diem Bakery & Tea-room 4.6★ (2,000 reviews) · Bakery
  4. Sanseveria Bagelsalon 4.6★ (2,000 reviews) · Cafe
  5. Poules Moules 4.3★ (3,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  6. Bij Koen & Marijke 4.8★ (1,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  7. Délice Brugge 4.5★ (1,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  8. Lion Belge - Brugge 4.7★ (711 reviews) · Diner

Where to drink

  1. De Garre 4.6★ (3,000 reviews) · Bar
  2. Le Trappiste 4.5★ (3,000 reviews) · Bar
  3. Groot Vlaenderen 4.7★ (1,000 reviews) · Cocktail bar
  4. Cafe Rose Red 4.7★ (1,000 reviews) · Bar
  5. 't Poatersgat 4.5★ (1,000 reviews) · Bar

Where to stay

  1. Hotel Dukes' Palace 4.7★ (2,427 reviews) · 5-star hotel
  2. Grand Hotel Casselbergh 4.7★ (2,460 reviews) · 4-star hotel
  3. Hotel Navarra Brugge 4.6★ (1,475 reviews) · 4-star hotel
  4. Hotel Jan Brito 4.5★ (1,124 reviews) · 4-star hotel
  5. Luxury Boutique Hotel De Castillion 4.8★ (575 reviews) · 4-star hotel

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Bruges?

With 22 notable sights and 16 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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