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A Day in Enchanting Bruges: Exploring the Christmas Market and Historic Landmarks

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10 Oct 2023

Join me on a captivating journey through Bruges, Belgium. Discover the magic of the Christmas Market, marvel at the Belfry of Bruges, and soak in the history at the Basilica of the Holy Blood. Indulge in a delicious lunch at Chez Albert and explore the charming De Burg and Bruges City Hall. Relax in the serene Koningin Astridpark and admire the beauty of Boniface Bridge. Finally, immerse yourself in the tranquility of the Beguinage 'Ten Wijngaerde'.

Trip to Bruges

Day 1
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$230

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$ 14

Huisje van Majutte
Preserved 18th-century fisherman's cottage museum, with exhibits & a bar serving regional products.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Christmas Market, Market square Bruges
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Belfry of Bruges
Medieval bell tower with 366 steps leading to views, plus treasure chamber & 47-belled carillon.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$75
2 - 3 min

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Basilica of the Holy Blood
Minor basilica most famous for housing a phial claimed to contain a cloth with Christ's blood.
12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
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$25
2 - 3 min

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Chez Albert
Freshly baked waffles every day!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$130
1 - 2 min

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De Burg
Ancient cobblestone plaza surrounded by grand Gothic buildings, stores, bars & eateries.
2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Bruges City Hall
City hall built in 1376 with a grand Gothic interior, plus a museum dedicated to art & area history.
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Koningin Astridpark
Once a monastery garden, this park offers a gazebo & a picturesque pond with a fountain.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Boniface Bridge (Bonifaciusbrug)
Quaint, early-20th-century pedestrian bridge with romantic views of the canal & town.
6:00 PM - 6:15 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Beguinage "Ten Wijngaerde"
Nuns & religious lay women occupy this ancient, tranquil complex with exhibits of 17th-century life.
6:45 PM - 7:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $244 In total

Activities & Food:$230
Transport:$14