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Places to Visit in Bruges

 

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Historic Centre of Brugge
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Ranked #1 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Historic Sites
Owner description: The historic center of Bruges has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000 thanks to its status as one of the... more » Owner description: The historic center of Bruges has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000 thanks to its status as one of the commercial and cultural capitals of Europe and its enduring Gothic architecture. The Belgian city center is cited as a great example of a medieval historic settlement, even while it has evolved over the years. « less
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Ranked #2 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #3 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Bodies of Water
Owner description: Looking for a scenic place to take a romantic daytime or evening stroll? Minnewater Lake offers urban nature lovers a perfect... more » Owner description: Looking for a scenic place to take a romantic daytime or evening stroll? Minnewater Lake offers urban nature lovers a perfect setting regardless of the season or time of year. « less
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Ranked #4 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
This chapel contains a phial that reputedly contains Christ's blood brought back from the Crusades.
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Ranked #5 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #6 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Architectural Buildings
Owner description: The Bruges Town Hall was built in 1376—and amazingly, the city has been governed from this building for more than 700 years.... more » Owner description: The Bruges Town Hall was built in 1376—and amazingly, the city has been governed from this building for more than 700 years. Go inside to see the Town Hall’s 19th century Gothic Chamber and the painted figures that shed light on the city’s incredible past. « less
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Ranked #7 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Art Museums

Home of the Flemish Primitives from the 15th century, this museum includes works of Jan van Eyck, Rogier van der Weyden, Gerard David, Hugo van der Goes, Petrus Christus,and... more »

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Ranked #8 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Historic Sites; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
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Ranked #9 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest

Bruges Markt is a large square in the centre of town surrounded by dozens of tourist-oriented gift shops and restaurants. Highlights include the TinTin store and a store where you... more »

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Ranked #10 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Religious Sites; Speciality Museums

St Saviour's Cathedral is the oldest parish church in Bruges (12th-15th century). Of note are, among other things, the choir stalls, the rood loft with organ, the medieval tombs... more »

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Ranked #11 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Monuments/ Statues
This church features a 122m spire and what is claimed to be the only Michaelangelo statue to have left Italy in his lifetime.
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Ranked #12 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Speciality Museums; History Museums
Owner description: Learn about the Bruges of the 17th century at this museum, which features almshouses, a cobbler’s, barrel and hat maker’s... more » Owner description: Learn about the Bruges of the 17th century at this museum, which features almshouses, a cobbler’s, barrel and hat maker’s workshop—and other depictions of life long ago. On Thursday afternoons, the museum serves up fresh sweets made using traditional recipes and techniques. « less
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Ranked #13 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Art Museums; Speciality Museums

The Memling in Sint-Jan Hospitaalmuseum was originally the 12th century Hospital of Saint John. In the 1400s the painter Hans Memling arrived in Brugge to study under Rogier van... more »

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Ranked #14 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Castles; Historic Sites
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Ranked #15 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #16 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
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Ranked #17 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Transportation
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Ranked #18 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Trails
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Ranked #19 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Art Museums
First floor contains the works of Frank Brangwyn, a versatile Brugge artist.
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Ranked #20 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Bar/ Clubs; Speciality Museums
This model train and mini city display offer a pleasant way to spend a couple of hours. Grab lunch at the cafeteria.
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Ranked #21 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Art Galleries
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Ranked #22 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Owner description: It’s all about kids here, where theme park rides and dolphin shows reign supreme. Water rightly takes center stage here,... more » Owner description: It’s all about kids here, where theme park rides and dolphin shows reign supreme. Water rightly takes center stage here, whether you’re talking the Orca-themed water slide, pirate ship, or daily show within the indoor Dolfinarium. « less
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Ranked #23 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Speciality Museums; Museums
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Ranked #24 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Speciality Museums
Owner description: Although the Belgian city of Antwerp is generally better known for the diamond trade, the Diamond Museum sheds a fascinating... more » Owner description: Although the Belgian city of Antwerp is generally better known for the diamond trade, the Diamond Museum sheds a fascinating light on Bruges’ gem connection (diamonds were traded and polished here as far back as the 14th century). The museum features permanent and temporary exhibitions, a shop dedicated to all things diamond-related, and offers its unique “Diamond Polishing Show” each day. « less
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Ranked #25 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: History Museums; Speciality Museums
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Ranked #26 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #27 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Speciality Museums
Owner description: Belgium is famous for its frites—and the Friet Museum gives visitors a chance to sample fried potatoes and various... more » Owner description: Belgium is famous for its frites—and the Friet Museum gives visitors a chance to sample fried potatoes and various complementary sauces, as well as typical Belgian dishes such as meat balls and beef stew. Digest a bit of learning and history along with your food at this educational spot, housed in a building that dates back to the 14th century. « less
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Ranked #28 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #29 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Speciality Museums; Historic Sites; Art Museums; History Museums
Restored 15th-century palace containing a large collection of Brugge tapestries and furnishings from the 13th-19th centuries.
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Ranked #30 of 42 attractions in Bruges
Category: Museums
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