Bruges: Full-Day Guided Tour from Brussels in English Full-Day Tour

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ID: GYG168011-253592
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Country: Belgium

Duration: 09:30 hours


Description

Explore the Venice of the North on a 7-hour guided day trip of Bruges, with round-trip transfers from Brussels. Discover one of the most fascinating medieval cities in Europe with an English-speaking guide, and go to the Lake of Love and much more.
Depart the Belgian capital at 10:30 AM, and transfer to the charming town of Bruges. Upon arrival, see why the entire historic center of Bruges is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Go to the Lake of Love to see a calm oasis in the heart of the city. Marvel at the 13th-century Begijnhof,  covered in a carpet of daffodils in the spring. Continue to the quiet, paved square of Walplein, and stroll down the narrow Stoofstraat.

See sights such as the 800-year-old St. John’s Hospital, and the imposing façade of the Church of Our Lady. Learn the history of the opulent palace of Gruuthuse, and walk alongside the banks of the Dijver Canal. Other highlights include the charming canal-side houses of the Rozenhoedkaai, the tiny square of the Huidenvettersplein, and the site of the 1st count’s castle on Castle Square. 

Then, enjoy 2 free hours for lunch and explore the city as you please. Taste some of the exclusive chocolates of Bruges and pop into some of the legendary lace shops. Transfer back to Brussels, with an approximate 6:00 PM arrival time.

Highlights

  • Discover the Venice of the North on a fully-guided tour of Bruges
  • Walk by the side of canals in the historic UNESCO-listed heart
  • Marvel at the monuments of Castle Square and Market Square
  • Go to calm city oases, such as the Minnewaterpark and Begijnhof

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• It is recommended that you arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance
Meet in front of the Hilton Grand Place Hotel at the Central Station in Brussels, SNCB Brussel Centraal Station, 1000 Brussel, Bélgica
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NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.