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Best Things to Do
Top 10 Best Things to Do in Bruges [2025]
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Belfort
4.5
/5
149 reviews
6.4
Based on 8,036 reviews
134m from downtown
Phone +3250448743
Address: Markt 7, 8000 Brugge, Belgium
Recommended sightseeing time: 1 hour
Highlights:
Panoramic Bruges view from 272ft
Historic tower: treasury & prison
33% positive reviews
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The Belfort is a medieval bell tower in the heart of Bruges, Belgium, located south of the Market Square. Construction began in 1240, with the main structure completed in stages between the 13th and 15th centuries. Standing 83 meters tall, the tower features a chime system of 47 bells that chime every 15 minutes. Historically, it was used to preserve municipal records and detect fires. During sieges, the bells masked the sound of artillery fire. Visitors can ascend to the summit via 366 narrow steps for panoramic views, with access limited to designated hours. The tower served as a filming location for the 2008 film "In Bruges."
the vintage city of Belgium, amazing by night. you should definitely visit in the in winter time, it’s so charming. the restaurants are also affordable here with good food. spend sometime during the day to walk across all those building, you will get an amazing experience.
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Basilica of the Holy Blood
4.2
/5
85 reviews
5.4
Based on 5,226 reviews
186m from downtown
Phone +3250336792
Address: Burg 13, 8000 Brugge, Belgium
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Holy Blood Procession spectacle
Romanesque & Gothic coexistence
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The Basilica of the Holy Blood is a Roman Catholic basilica located in Bruges, Belgium. Originally built in the 12th century as a chapel for the palace of the Counts of Flanders, it houses the Holy Blood Relics collected by Joseph of Arimathea, which were reportedly brought from the Holy Land by Henry of Alsace, Count of Flanders, on April 7, 1150. The basilica consists of two chapels: the lower chapel of St. Basil, a well-preserved Romanesque structure, and the upper chapel, remodeled in Gothic style in the 16th century and then in Neo-Gothic style in the 19th century. The chapel of St. Basil was built between 1134 and 1149, and the relics were brought from Asia Minor by Robert II, Count of Flanders. The basilica was elevated to a minor basilica in 1923.
Belgium, Basilica of the Holy Blood This Basilica of the Holy Blood is very important in the local area. I personally feel that it is worth visiting. The building outside looks very distinctive. The collection is also very rich every year, including some murals on the walls.
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Church of Our Lady
4.0
/5
30 reviews
5.3
From £6.69
Based on 2,496 reviews
559m from downtown
Phone +3250345314
Address: Mariastraat, 8000 Brugge, Belgium
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5–1 hour
Highlights:
Discover the treasured Valois relics behind the high altar
Climb the Church of Our Lady for panoramic views of Bruges
29% positive reviews
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The Church of Our Lady in Bruges combines Gothic and early Romanesque styles. It is one of the few places outside of Italy to boast Michelangelo's sculpture of the Madonna and Child. Its second name is "Our Lady of Bruges." Originally created for Siena Cathedral, the sculpture was later purchased by a local merchant and donated to the church. The "Our Lady of Bruges" was stolen twice—once by the French in the 18th century and again by the German occupiers in the 20th century—and both times the sculpture was returned. The Church of Our Lady is the tallest church in Bruges. Its 122-meter tower stands out against the cityscape dominated by rather modest houses. Admission to the church is free, but a 4-€ ticket is required to access the altar and admire the fascinating interior.
The Church of Our Lady in Bruges, Belgium, dates from the 13th, 14th, and 15th centuries. The church's tower, at 115.6 meters, remains the tallest structure in the city and the second tallest brick tower in the world. The church displays Gothic influences in its striking façade flying buttresses, which were built in the 1270s.
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Minnewater
4.4
/5
95 reviews
4.8
Based on 3,785 reviews
1.1 km from downtown
Phone +3250372609
Address: 8000 Bruges, Belgium
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Named after a tragic love story
Swan haven & idyllic scenery
27% positive reviews
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The Lake of Love in Belgium is very romantic. If you come here in spring, when the flowers are blooming, walking on this bridge will be very exciting. The colors of the houses here are also very good, which will make you feel better.
Lake of Love is also the most beautiful lake in Belgium. The natural scenery here is quite beautiful, and there are many cultural landscapes to appreciate. Lake of Love is also a good place with lush natural scenery and abundant green vegetation resources.
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Market Square
4.3
/5
90 reviews
4.5
Based on 6,278 reviews
76m from downtown
Phone +3250444646
Address: Markt, 8000 Brugge, Belgium
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Hero statue at square center
14th-century hero statue & south
32% positive reviews
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Century Square in Belgium is a medieval square that is relatively well preserved in Europe. I personally think it is worth visiting, and visiting here can give you a sense of the life of the local people. It is still very good.
The Markt of Bruges is located in the center of the city and covers an area of about 1 hectare. Some of the historic sites around the square include the 12th century bell tower and the West Flemish Provincial Court (originally the Water Hall), which was demolished in 1787 and replaced by a classical building that served as a Provincial Court since 1850. The fire was rebuilt in 1878 and became a neo-Gothic style in 1887. The statues of Jan Breydel and Peter de Koningk (Pieter de Coninck) are located in the center of the market.
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Bonifaciusbrug (Boniface Bridge)
4.0
/5
33 reviews
4.2
Based on 601 reviews
495m from downtown
Phone +3250444646
Address: Groeninge 6, 8000 Brugge, Belgium
Recommended sightseeing time: 20–40 minutes
Highlights:
Romantic bridges over Baker Canal
Historic charm & moss-covered bridge
30% positive reviews
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🌟A stone bridge located in the center of Bruges, on the east side of the Church of Our Lady.
🌟The bridge itself is very short, and you can walk across it in a few steps, but people who come here to play will take a photo on this bridge, mainly because of the legend of this bridge.
🌟It is said that when you step on this bridge, the first person of the opposite sex you meet will fall in love with you at first sight💘... Although I don’t know why... and... there are really a lot of people on the bridge, who is the first one [laughing and crying]
🌟The scenery under the bridge is still very good~ suitable for taking pictures📷Haha Legends, so be it😄
The Love at First Sight Bridge is also a stone bridge. This building also has many things. The Love at First Sight Bridge is also very interesting. You can see many scenic spots from this bridge, and it is also a witness to love.
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Bruges City Hall
4.2
/5
73 reviews
4.1
Based on 1,290 reviews
202m from downtown
Phone +3250448743
Address: Burg 12, 8000 Brugge, Belgium
Recommended sightseeing time: 1–2 hours
Highlights:
Walk to Notre Dame & Love Lake
Gothic hall's 12 Bruges murals
25% positive reviews
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It turns out that this station is called Bruges Nord. This is indeed a building in Bruges. Compared with Brussels, Bruges is indeed more worth visiting. Bruges, located in the northwest of Belgium, is the capital of the Belgian West Flanders Province. It is also a famous cultural city and tourist destination in Belgium. "Bruges" means "bridge" in Flemish. It is named after an ancient Roman bridge on the Lei River that flows through the city. It was one of the largest commercial ports in Europe in the 14th century. There are also teams and people named after it.
Bruges Town Hall was built between 1376 and 1420, making it one of the oldest town halls in the Low Countries. The building inspired architects of the town halls of Brussels, Ghent, Leuven and Oudenaarde, and had a great influence on the city's Gothic municipal architecture. Even today, it is the beating political heart of the city. Bruges' City Council still holds its monthly meetings in the Gothic hall.
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