Bruges Day Trip

Known widely as “The Venice of the North”, Bruges is one of Europe's most charming medieval towns. This day trip from Brussels offers an opportunity to discover this captivating city along with a knowledgeable guide fluent in English.

Tour Options

When organizing your excursion to Bruges from Brussels, you have the choice of the following alternatives:

Guided Tour Only

At the appointed time, we will gather in front of Brussels Central Station. From here, we’ll embark on a brief panoramic bus tour of Brussels. Afterward, we’ll depart from the capital heading towards the Flanders region in northern Belgium.

After a drive of about 1.5 hours, we will reach Bruges. Welcome to the Venice of the North! Upon arrival, a short panoramic tour of Bruges will begin. While still on the bus, we’ll pass by the Kruisvest windmills and the historic gates, Kruispoort and Gentpoort.

Our bus tour will conclude at Bargeplein. Here, we’ll exit the vehicle to commence a walking tour of Bruges.

During our exploration, we will visit the scenic Lake of Love, the delightful Walplein square, the narrow Stoofstraat alley, and the Beguinage, a site established in 1245 as a home for Benedictine nuns.

As we move through Bruges' heart, we’ll encounter iconic landmarks like the medieval St. John's Hospital, the Church of Our Lady, the Grote Markt square, and St. Salvator's Cathedral.

Following our walking adventure through the old quarter, you will have approximately 5 hours of free time in Bruges for lunch and leisurely exploration.

In the afternoon, we’ll reconvene at Bargeplein park to begin our bus journey back to the meeting point in Brussels, concluding this roughly 10-hour day trip.

Guided Tour + Boat Ride

This option follows the same itinerary outlined previously, but includes an added experience of a scenic boat ride along the canals of Bruges, offering a unique vantage point of the city.

Self-Guided Tour + Boat Ride

panoramic tour of Brussels as previously mentioned, though without an accompanying guide during your time in Bruges.

Upon reaching Bargeplein Park, you will receive a digital guide to Bruges complete with an interactive map highlighting points of interest. Following this, you’ll have around 4 hours of free time to enjoy lunch and discover Bruges at your leisure.

The package also includes a boat ride along the canals of Bruges, providing another fantastic way to appreciate this Flemish city.

We’ll gather once more at Bargeplein Park in Bruges before we head back to Brussels together.

Why Book a Day Trip?

Opting for the Bruges day trip is the most efficient way to experience the city, as a train ticket alone typically ranges from 20EUR to 30EUR, based on the season. For a slightly higher price, you gain the benefit of an English-speaking guide leading a small group.

Combine Destinations

It is also possible to experience both Bruges and Ghent in a single day through our Ghent and Bruges Day Trip.

Guided Tour Without Transport

If you are residing in Bruges or prefer to arrive independently, consider our Bruges Guided Tours.

Visit to Damme

Weather permitting and if time allows, prior to returning to Brussels, we will make a stop in the picturesque town of Damme. In this charming Flemish locale, we’ll take a brief guided tour of its beautiful historical center.

Afterwards, we will board the bus to begin our return journey from Damme back to Brussels.

Children Under 2

Children under 2 years of age are required to be seated in a baby seat during the bus ride. Please ensure you bring a suitable car seat to allow infants to participate in the excursion.