Bruges Day Trip
Tour Options
When booking your day trip to Bruges from Brussels, you can choose one of the following options:
Guided Tour Without Boat Ride
At the designated time, we will meet in front of Brussels Central Station, and from there, we'll take a short panoramic bus tour of the Belgian capital. Next, we'll leave Brussels and travel to the Flanders region, located in the north of the country.
After a 1.5-hour drive, we'll first arrive at the picturesque town of Damme. In this charming Flemish town, we will take a short guided tour of its beautiful historic center.
Afterward, we'll return to the bus and, from Damme, we will take a short 20-minute drive to Bruges. Once we arrive in the so-called Venice of the North, we'll first take a short panoramic tour of Bruges. Without leaving the bus, we'll see the Kruisvest windmills and the medieval gates of Kruispoort and Gentpoort.
We'll conclude the panoramic tour at Bargeplein. Upon arriving at this park, we'll get out of the vehicle to enjoy a walking tour of Bruges.
During the city tour, we'll see the Lake of Love, the charming Walplein square, the narrow Stoofstraat alley, and the Beguinage, a complex founded in 1245 and inhabited by Benedictine nuns.
We'll continue our walk through the center of Bruges, passing other emblematic sites such as the medieval St. John's Hospital, the Church of Our Lady, the Grote Markt square, and St. Salvator's Cathedral.
After the walking tour of the old town, you'll have approximately 5 hours of free time in the center of Bruges for lunch and leisurely strolls.
Finally, in the afternoon, we'll meet again at Bargeplein park to begin our return journey by bus to the meeting point in Brussels, where this approximately 10-hour day trip will conclude.
Self-Guided Tour + Boat Ride
In this case, we'll follow the same itinerary as the previous option, but without the guided tour of Bruges city center.
Upon arrival at Bargeplein Park, we'll give you a digital guide to Bruges with an interactive map and points of interest. From then on, you'll have approximately 4 hours of free time to have lunch and explore Bruges city center at your leisure.
You'll also enjoy a boat ride along the canals of Bruges, allowing you to experience this Flemish city in a unique way.
Finally, in the afternoon, we'll meet again at Bargeplein Park in Bruges to begin our return journey to Brussels.
Why Book a Day Trip?
Booking the Bruges tour is the best way to visit the city because if you don't choose this tour, the train ticket alone costs anywhere between € 20 (US$ 22.75) and € 30 (US$ 34.12), depending on the season. For a little more, you'll take a tour with an English-speaking guide in a small group.
Combine Destinations
You can also visit both Bruges and Ghent in one day with this Ghent and Bruges Day Trip.
Guided Tour Without Transport
If you are staying in Bruges or prefer to arrive on your own, take a look at our Bruges Guided Tours.
Children Under 2
Children under 2 years old must travel on the bus in a baby seat. Please remember to bring your own car seat so that babies can participate in the activity.
More Information
Duration
10 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Transport by bus
English–speaking guide
Guided tour of Bruges (depending on selected option)
Map of Bruges with local recommendations (depending on selected option)
Boat ride on the canals of Bruges (depending on selected option)
Not included
Lunch
Headphones: € 1 (US$ 1.13) per person
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability conditions
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Is it possible to leave luggage in the bus?
A - Yes, you can leave luggage in the bus with no extra cost.
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Q - Is it possible to bring a pushchair/stroller on the tour?
A - Yes.
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Q - Anything I should bring for this activity?
A - Belgian regulations require the use of radio guides in certain situations, making it manditory to wear headphones. You can bring your own (with a 3.5 mm jack, approximately 0.14 inches, and not wireless) or purchase disposable ones for 1EUR.
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Q - Which local supplier will be providing the tour?
A - Buendía Corporate name: BUENDIA TRAVEL & TECH SL Registered Office: Calle Uría 58 3ª Planta, Oviedo, Spain Tax Identification Number (VAT ID): B74461054 Contact information Email: reservas@buendiatours.com Phone: +32 471587908 This supplier is commited to providing services in accordance with applicable European Union laws.
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Q - Is there a bathroom on the buses?
A - We cannot guarantee that all buses will have a bathroom as they travel short distances. Nevertheless, if any client needs to stop at a service area for any urgent reason, a stop will be made during the journey.
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Q - Is a minimum number of participants required?
A - This activity requires a minimum of 4 participants. Should this number not be reached, we'll get in touch with you to offer alternatives.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
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