Bruges and Ghent Day Trip

Bruges and Ghent are notable medieval cities in Europe and highly visited in Belgium. This day trip from Brussels offers a thorough exploration of these historic locations.

Highlights

Old Saint John’s HospitalChurch of Our LadyMarket SquareThe Lake of LoveSt Bravo’s CathedralBelfry of Ghent

Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels

The trip begins from Brussels’ city centre at the scheduled time. We will board a coach and drive to Bruges, located 100 km (62 miles) northeast of Brussels.

Bruges Tour

Upon arrival, we will tour Bruges, visiting landmarks such as Old Saint John’s Hospital, the Church of Our Lady, Market Square, the Basilica of the Holy Blood, and the Belfry of Bruges. Additional sites include the Lake of Love, the Begijnhof, Walplein Square, Dijver Canal, Tanners Square, and Castle Square with its Gothic Town Hall. After the guided tour, you will have free time for lunch or leisure activities.

Following Bruges, we will proceed to Ghent.

Ghent Tour

In Ghent, we will explore St Bravo’s Cathedral, famous for the painting “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb”. Other sites include the Belfry of Ghent, Saint Nicholas’ Church, Gravensteen, and the Patershol district. You will have additional free time to enjoy the city.

After a day filled with culture and history, we will return to Brussels, concluding the trip after 10 hours.

Want to Spend More Time in Bruges and Ghent?

If you wish to explore Bruges and Ghent in greater detail, consider spending a full day in each city. A full day trip can be booked for both destinations.