{"id":25788,"date":"2026-07-02T08:22:32","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T07:22:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/?p=25788"},"modified":"2026-07-17T09:00:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T08:00:46","slug":"one-day-in-bruges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/","title":{"rendered":"One day in Bruges Itinerary and the best things to see in Brugge"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"><script src=\"https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/dist\/pa.umd.production.min.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\" data-gyg-partner-id=\"ASEFBW2\"><\/script>Bruges is one of those cities that looks exactly like the photos, and yes, it\u2019s just as beautiful in real life. But it\u2019s also one of the most visited places in Belgium, which means how you plan your one day here really matters.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\">We\u2019ve visited Bruges more than once, including a slower winter trip and a quicker stop in summer combined with Ghent. This itinerary is based on what actually works when you\u2019re short on time: what\u2019s worth it, what to skip, and how to experience the city beyond just ticking off landmarks.<\/p>\n<p class=\"my-2 [&amp;+p]:mt-4 [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [&amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\">In this guide, you\u2019ll find a realistic one day in Bruges itinerary that helps you see the highlights, avoid the biggest crowds, and still leave time for what Bruges does best\u2014canals, chocolate, and a slower pace in between.<\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We arrived from <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ghent<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (you should definitely check this hidden gem out) in the late afternoon and explored Bruges for one whole day.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 0.7rem; font-style: italic; color: #666666;\">This article contains ads and affiliate links and is a member of the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. If you purchase using one of the links, we may receive compensation at no extra cost to you. More about it in the Disclosure Policy.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a63448138657\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a63448138657\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#One_Day_Itinerary_For_Bruges_Brugge\" >One Day Itinerary For Bruges (Brugge)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#Things_To_Do_in_Bruges_in_One_Day\" >Things To Do in Bruges in One Day<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#1_Boat_trip_in_the_Canals_of_Bruges\" >1. Boat trip in the Canals of Bruges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#2_Chocolate_Tour\" >2. Chocolate Tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#3_Belfry_Tower\" >3. Belfry Tower<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#4_Grote_Markt_Main_Square_in_Bruges\" >4. Grote Markt (Main Square in Bruges)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#5_Brewery_De_Halve_Maan_Beer_Tour\" >5. Brewery De Halve Maan \/ Beer Tour<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#6_Walk_around_the_historical_center\" >6. Walk around the historical center<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#Where_To_Eat_in_Bruges\" >Where To Eat in Bruges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#Lunch_at_the_main_square\" >Lunch at the main square<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#Dinner_at_the_Kok_au_Vin\" >Dinner at the Kok au Vin<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#Cockaigne_for_Beer_and_Chocolate_Lovers\" >Cockaigne for Beer and Chocolate Lovers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#PARKING_IN_BRUGES\" >PARKING IN BRUGES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#HOTELS_AND_ACCOMMODATION_IN_BRUGES\" >HOTELS AND ACCOMMODATION IN BRUGES<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-bruges\/#About_the_Author\" >About the Author<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"One_Day_Itinerary_For_Bruges_Brugge\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One Day Itinerary For Bruges (Brugge)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being one day in a beautiful city like Bruges in Belgium is probably not enough, but you can see most of the attractions in one day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of its relatively small old town, you can walk around the town or see it during a boat tour.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruges should absolutely be included in your <\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Europe itinerary<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for several reasons: the city in Belgium is full of amazing architecture, nature, and culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not to mention the beer and chocolate culture that is truly one of a kind.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it&#8217;s very popular, you can still find off-the-beaten-path experiences with the help of our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/bruges-hidden-gems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hidden gems in Bruges<\/a> recommendations. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>These are just some of the reasons why Bruges is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/most-beautiful-cities-in-europe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most beautiful cities in Europe<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_To_Do_in_Bruges_in_One_Day\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Things To Do in Bruges in One Day<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what are the things you should consider seeing and visiting during your short trip:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/ZIzSUcRbH0Y?si=vEZQEQOLlWzbKyEX\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruges is well known for its historic center with beautiful and charming old buildings, a river that winds gently next to the old stone buildings, and lots of delicious food and beer.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Boat_trip_in_the_Canals_of_Bruges\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Boat trip in the Canals of Bruges<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23442\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23442\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23442\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/canal-boat-tour-bruges-belgium.jpg\" alt=\"View from a boat during a boat tour in Bruges with the Belfort in the background.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/canal-boat-tour-bruges-belgium.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/canal-boat-tour-bruges-belgium-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/canal-boat-tour-bruges-belgium-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/canal-boat-tour-bruges-belgium-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23442\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Canal boat tour with the Belfort in the background.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You haven\u2019t seen Bruges without joining a boat trip along the charming canals. Try to be there early, because that\u2019s when the queues are typically shorter. The boat tour takes about 30 minutes, and you will see a different view of the historical part of Bruges.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Chocolate_Tour\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Chocolate Tour<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Babelutte-Bruges-Br\u00fcgge.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3369\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Babelutte-Bruges-Br\u00fcgge-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"milk chocolate bar in the hand of author Christina\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Babelutte-Bruges-Br\u00fcgge-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Babelutte-Bruges-Br\u00fcgge-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/Babelutte-Bruges-Br\u00fcgge-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruges is famous for its chocolate. Brands like Godiva have their shop here, as well as other famous brands. The best way to learn more about Belgian chocolate while seeing Bruges is by joining a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.at\/bruegge-l854\/bruegge-3-stuendige-private-bier-und-schokoladen-tour-t70705\/?partner_id=ASEFBW2&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=city_sea_country&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=Brugge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">chocolate tour<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During this tour, you can also see and enjoy the old town of Bruges. Great, if you like chocolate and want to see a good part of Bruges.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Belfry_Tower\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Belfry Tower<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-What-to-do.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4044\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-What-to-do.jpg\" alt=\"one day in bruges\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1953\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-What-to-do.jpg 2204w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-What-to-do-92x150.jpg 92w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-What-to-do-184x300.jpg 184w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-What-to-do-300x488.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Belfry Tower, also known as the Belfort van Brugge, is one of the highest buildings in Bruges and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Situated at the Markt of Bruges the Belfry Tower is, besides the rooftop of the brewery The Halve Maan, a great place to see the city from above.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BEST TOURS IN BRUGES<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/bruges-l854\/private-2-hours-walking-tour-of-bruges-t72348\/?partner_id=ASEFBW2&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=city_sea_country&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=Brugge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BRUGES 2 HOURS PRIVATE WALKING TOUR<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/bruges-l854\/bruges-beer-chocolate-tasting-t70705\/?partner_id=ASEFBW2&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=city_sea_country&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=Brugge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 HOUR BEER AND CHOCOLATE TASTING TOUR<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Grote_Markt_Main_Square_in_Bruges\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Grote Markt (Main Square in Bruges)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4045 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Things-to-do-in-the-UNESCO-World-Heritage-Town-e1734509655449.jpg\" alt=\"one day in bruges\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Grote Markt or Markt (Market) of Bruges is the main square and place to be in Bruges. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around the square, you have the famous Belfry Tower, as well as the old, colorful buildings. In case you are hungry or fancy a strong beer, there are countless opportunities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Brewery_De_Halve_Maan_Beer_Tour\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Brewery De Halve Maan \/ Beer Tour<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_3354\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-3354\" style=\"width: 1014px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/DSC_2730-e1489483155534.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-3354 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/07\/DSC_2730-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"view from the rooftop of the brewery de halve maan overlooking the old town of bruges with the canal and two church towers\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-3354\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">View from the rooftop of the brewery De Halve Maan.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.at\/bruegge-l854\/bruegge-3-stuendige-private-bier-und-schokoladen-tour-t70705\/?partner_id=ASEFBW2&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=city_sea_country&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=Brugge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brewery De Halve Maan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a beautiful building where you can learn more about brewing. The top of the building offers an amazing view of the city.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the end of the tour, you can enjoy a beer in an old chair while watching the river flow by.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you only have one day in Bruges, I recommend booking a combined chocolate and beer tour. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This way, you not only able to experience the famous beer, but also the chocolate culture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can book a chocolate and beer walking tour through Bruges. Here are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.at\/bruegge-l854\/bruegge-3-stuendige-private-bier-und-schokoladen-tour-t70705\/?partner_id=ASEFBW2&amp;utm_medium=online_publisher&amp;utm_source=city_sea_country&amp;placement=content-middle&amp;cmp=Brugge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">available options, tickets and prices<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Walk_around_the_historical_center\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Walk around the historical center<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_4048\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4048\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-Swans-symbol-of-Bruges.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4048\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-Swans-symbol-of-Bruges-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"one day in Bruges\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-Swans-symbol-of-Bruges-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-Swans-symbol-of-Bruges-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/01\/One-day-in-Bruges-Belgium-Swans-symbol-of-Bruges-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4048\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">swans &#8211; the landmark of Bruges<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are many other places to see and things to do in Bruges, but if you have only a short amount of time, the listed above are our favorites. Just walk around the old city center, and you will not miss any of the important sights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To see the best of Bruges, you can check out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partner.viator.com\/de\/19442\/tours\/Bruges\/Bruges-Highlights-Tour-With-a-Local\/d4836-24380P81\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this tour<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you still have enough time, you can walk to see the swans, the symbols of Bruges. You can find them for example at the Minnewater, the Lake of Love, and at the Lovers Bridge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_To_Eat_in_Bruges\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where To Eat in Bruges<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lunch_at_the_main_square\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lunch at the main square<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are into <\/span><b>french fries <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(in this case, the famous Belgium fries) \ud83d\ude42 , it\u00b4s a good idea to look for them at the main square (Markt of Bruges). You can enjoy them while sitting inside or on a warm day while sitting and enjoying the view of the old houses around the main square and the Belfry.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dinner_at_the_Kok_au_Vin\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dinner at the Kok au Vin<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We had a four-course dinner with wine in the Ezelstraat at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Restaurant_Review-g188671-d694777-Reviews-Kok_au_Vin-Bruges_West_Flanders_Province.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kok au Vin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u00b4s a small restaurant with delicious food. We would definitely have dinner there again. They even prepared a vegetarian three-course menu for us (even if it\u00b4s not on the menu).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cockaigne_for_Beer_and_Chocolate_Lovers\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cockaigne for Beer and Chocolate Lovers<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruges is THE city when it comes to chocolate and beer. We walked to the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/bruegge-bruges-schokolade-und-bier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brewery De Halve Maan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where we enjoyed the view from the rooftop (highly recommended), learned about beer brewing, and tried a strong beer while sitting in old leather chairs.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23434\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23434\" style=\"width: 1190px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23434\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Brewery.jpg\" alt=\"The inner courtyard of the brewery De Halve Maan at night.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Brewery.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Brewery-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Brewery-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Brewery-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23434\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Brewery De Halve Maan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>During our second visit, where we visited <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/bruges-in-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bruges in winter<\/a>, we had dinner at the restaurant. The beer is good, but be careful, as it&#8217;s very strong. I had a tasty vegetarian burger with fries. I would go there again.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"PARKING_IN_BRUGES\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PARKING IN BRUGES<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we traveled to Bruges by car, we want to mention that the public <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">parking <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">place is within walking distance of the old town of Bruges. It is surprisingly cheap for a European city.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HOTELS_AND_ACCOMMODATION_IN_BRUGES\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HOTELS AND ACCOMMODATION IN BRUGES<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We stayed at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/be\/nicolas.en.html?aid=1866216&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hotel Marcel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the city center of Bruges. It is right in the center of Bruges, close to the main square (Markt of Bruges), in the old town.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You find more available hotels and accommodations here: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.en.html?city=-1955473&amp;aid=1866216&amp;no_rooms=1&amp;group_adults=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">check out prices and dates<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have more time traveling around Belgium, you should visit Ghent. It is about a 1-hour drive from Bruges and as beautiful (and less crowded) as Bruges. You can read more about it below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might also enjoy:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/bruegge-bruges-schokolade-und-bier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bruges beer and chocolate tour experience<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/gent-veggie-kultur\/\">Best things to do in Ghent<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/ghent-in-one-day\/\">One day in Ghent itinerary<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/en\/one-day-in-leuven\/\">One day in Leuven<\/a> (a hidden gem in Belgium)<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_23436\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-23436\" style=\"width: 890px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23436\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Christmas-Markets.jpg\" alt=\"Author Christina from Cityseacountry during a winter trip to Bruges in Belgium\" width=\"900\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Christmas-Markets.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Christmas-Markets-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Christmas-Markets-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Bruges-Christmas-Markets-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-23436\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Christina in Bruges, Belgium<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"author-box\">\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_Author\"><\/span>About the Author<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Christina Leutner is an experienced travel blogger and author specializing in road trips, city trips, luxury travel, and outdoor adventures.<br \/>\nShe has been sharing her travel experiences on CitySeaCountry for over 10 years.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cityseacountry.com\/about-cityseacountry\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more about Christina<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to City Bruges for the invitation. 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