The city is a masterpiece itself but apart from this fact Bruges features the country's most compelling art collections and splendid museums.
The Groeninge Museum is a must. The paintings exhibited there represent six centuries and include a variety of styles. The Memling Museum is also not to be missed, with the wooden Shrine of St. Ursula. The Church of Our Lady shows the work of art created by Michelangelo. It's the only one painting to leave Italy during his lifetime.
You can stretch your legs strolling along the Belfort Markt. The place that is always crowded with locals and tourists like you. Take a ride on a horse-drawn carriage and admire the breathtaking view over Bruges on the top of the belfry.
Bruges offers its visitors over 300 varieties of beer. This diversity is also reflected in the countless establishments: from Belgian cafes to proper English pubs.
The city boasts with a busy social calendar. Don't miss the week-long Festival Musica Antiqua which takes place in early February. In July you can witness the three-day Cactusfestival with thousands of music fans gathered in one place. Those who fancy some film entertainment can enjoy it during the Cinema Novo Film Festival. This festival highlights Asian, African and Latin American films over ten days every March.
If you are planning on staying awhile think over lodging options available. Whether you prefer something simple or luxurious our site has a wide variety of hotels to offer.
5 stars Hotels in Bruges
Kempinski Hotel Dukes Palace
Add a royal touch to your stay in the wonderful city of Bruges and lodge at this former ducal palace, only newly opened.
Nuit Blanche
With its medieval garden and uniquely authentic interior, this exceptional guesthouse offers an extraordinary experience of Bruges, right on the Groenerei canal.
4 stars Hotels in Bruges
Relais Bourgondisch Cruyce
"The very epitome of a Bruges experience"Allow yourself to be enchanted by this extraordinary waterfront residence with half timbered facade and stained glass windows, at a unique location in the historic center of Bruges, where 2 canals cross.
Die Swaene
Die Swaene is a sanctuary overlooking one of the most picturesque canals in Bruges.
Hotel Prinsenhof
This 20th century Flemish mansion, in the very heart of Bruges, has been renovated with great flair and is now a superb small hotel hidden down a side street.
3 stars Hotels in Bruges
Pannenhuis
This small hotel near the town centre enjoys a unique and quiet location only 5 walking minutes away from the concert hall and the station.
Hotel Fevery
Quiet located, small family run hotel with more than 40 years of tradition, in the historic centre of Brugge, 10 minutes walk from the Market and only 150 meters away from the Romantic Canals.
Hotel Loreto
A renovated 18th century mansion located in the heart of Bruges, close to the main attractions, and with good transport links to the surrounding areas.
2 stars Hotels in Bruges
Hotel Cordoeanier
Veele en Kris Veireman-Hoorelbeke and their 4 children, wish you a hearty welcome in their family hotel.
Bonobo Apart Hotel
The Bonobo Apart Hotel is situated in the historical centre of Bruges on a very quiet location.
Hotel 't Voermanshuys
Family hotel situated in the centre of the city, close to the Marketsquare, shops, museums and the canals.
1 stars Hotels in Bruges
Hotel Notre Dame
This charming little hotel is conveniently situated in the historic centre of Bruges.
Hotel Central
Situated in the heart of the historic city centre, this cosy hotel has the ideal central location on the market square of Bruges and opposite the 13th century belfry.
Unrated Hotels in Bruges
Aragon House
Aragon House new from February 2003 with holiday flats, each of themwell decorated with finest English fabrics, are equipped with allmodern comfort.
Graaf Van Vlaanderen
At our hotel you can stay for low rates.
Exclusive Guesthouse Number 11
The luxurious and romantic accommodation of the Exclusive Guesthouse Number 11 is located in the historical heart of Bruges and overlooks the beautiful Groenerei canal.