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8 Days in Brugge: A Journey of Delights

Sevil Ekici

9 Jan 2024

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Embark on an unforgettable adventure through the charming streets of Brugge. Discover hidden tearooms, admire glittering diamonds, and immerse yourself in the rich history of Saint John's Hospital. Indulge in mouthwatering cuisine and experience the vibrant culture of this enchanting city. Get ready for a week filled with excitement and wonder!

Trip to Brugge

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Tea, Diamonds, and History

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$63

Tearoom Carpe Diem

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$19

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Diamond Museum

Museum on the history of diamonds & the Bruges diamond industry with a daily polishing show.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Saint John’s Hospital

Museum in a medieval hospital with an apothecary, medical tools & artwork by painter Hans Memling.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$10

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Marcopolo

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$21

Day 2Urban Greenhouses and Heavenly Brews

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$55

Basiel Urban Greenhouse

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Church of Our Lady

Gothic church, founded in the 13th-century, known for its soaring tower & statue by Michelangelo.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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$10

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan

Family-run brewery with guided tours, a museum showcasing old brewing techniques plus dining areas.

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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$13

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Salade Folle

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Day 3Quaint Cafes, Art Galleries, and Cathedrals

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$55

't Eekhoetje

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Groeninge Museum

Extensive collections of Flemish primitive artworks, 18th & 19th-century works & modern pieces.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$18

7 - 10 min

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Directions

O.L.V.-kerk Museum

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Sint-Salvatorskathedraal

A mighty Gothic tower rises from this 1300s cathedral, with cavernous interior & noted Flemish art.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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$8

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Otomat

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 4Immerse in Museums and Sacred Treasures

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$53

De Verbeelding

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$15

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Gruuthusemuseum

Ancient palace museum housing historic furniture, sculpture & tapestries, with an audio guide.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$13

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Basilica of the Holy Blood

Minor basilica most famous for housing a phial claimed to contain a cloth with Christ's blood.

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$5

2 - 3 min

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Directions

The Olive Tree

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 5Gastronomic Delights and Historical Curiosities

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$45

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$ 3

De Mangerie

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$19

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Salon Arents (Arentshuis)

Museum in an 18th-century townhouse with a garden, featuring works by British artist Frank Brangwyn.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Torture Museum Oude Steen Brugge

Collection of 100+ torture & execution instruments from history in one of Europe's oldest prisons.

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Our Lady of the Pottery

Historic Gothic church with baroque decor, a famous statue & a hospital now serving as a museum.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Sforno

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 6Plaza Vibes and Towering Views

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$42

Plaza Café

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Brugse Vrije

Monumental 1700s courthouse featuring an opulent baroque facade & an elaborate mantelpiece inside.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Belfry of Bruges

Medieval bell tower with 366 steps leading to views, plus treasure chamber & 47-belled carillon.

10:15 AM - 11:15 AM

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$15

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Soup

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$15

Day 7Tranquil Gardens, Lace, and Architectural Marvels

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$39

Sint-Anna

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$11

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Kantcentrum vzw

Museum devoted to the history & techniques of lacemaking, with hands-on training & workshops.

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Bruges City Hall

City hall built in 1376 with a grand Gothic interior, plus a museum dedicated to art & area history.

10:15 AM - 11:00 AM

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$8

1 - 2 min

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Directions

De Burg

Ancient cobblestone plaza surrounded by grand Gothic buildings, stores, bars & eateries.

11:30 AM - 12:15 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

The Olive Tree

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 8Bakeries, Historical Tales, and Authentic Thai Cuisine

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$42

Bakkerij Sint-Paulus Nv

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Historium Bruges

Fictional characters tell a story in medieval Bruges at this unique museum with audio guides.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Nakhon Thai

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$17

Budget breakdown: $395 In total

Activities & Food:$392

Transport:$3