Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels
Make the most of your time in Belgium during this full-day excursion to Bruges and Ghent from Brussels. Don’t worry about time-consuming public transit; instead, benefit from round-trip transfers, as well as the insight of a local guide who can share context you might not have discovered alone, before exploring independently at your own pace.
At 8.30 am you will meet your guide in the centre of Brussels and head to the charming city of Bruges, located 100km/62mi north-west of the Belgian capital and only 15km/9mi from the North Sea.
Discover the charm of “the Venice of the North” and the reason why its entire historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage site. During your tour in Bruges, you will have the opportunity to see: the Lake of Love, the Begijnhof (founded in 1245), Walplein Square, the Stoofstraat, Old St. John’s Hospital, the Church of Our Lady, the Gruuthuse Palace, the Dijver Canal, Rozenhoedkaai, Tanners Square (Huidenvettersplein), the castle Square with the Gothic Town Hall, the Basilica of the Holy Blood, the Market Square (Grote Markt) with the Bell Tower (Belfort) and, finally, the St. Salvator’s Cathedral.
After the visit, you will have one hour to have lunch and enjoy the delicious chocolate from Bruges (not included).
Your next destination will be the beautiful and powerful city of Ghent, residence of the famous Van Eyck brothers. Come and discover with your professional guide the charm of Ghent and its inhabitants, popularly known as "the noose-bearers“ from the time of Charles V. It is a fabulous place full of history. See the following highlights: the Castle of Gerald the Devil, the Saint Bavo's Cathedral, where you can see the famous painting of the Van Eyck brothers “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb”, the Belfort bell tower, the peculiar Gothic and Renaissance Town Hall, St. Nicholas’ Church, the Masons’ Guild House, the Graslei embankment, the majestic Castle of the Counts of Flanders, The Patershol neighbourhood, the Great Butchers’ Hall, the Old Fish Market, the Friday Market Square...
At the end, take the shuttle back to Brussels.
Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"You will receive the confirmation at time of booking"
"Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group."
"No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you some great food spots :)"
"Groups over 24 pax must use headphones in Bruges, you can purchase them for 1€ a pair directly to our guides"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
08:30 AM
Duración: 10 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Brussel-Centraal, Carr de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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