Information for: Bruges
Bruges may be a major tourist destination, but it certainly hasn’t forgotten its 13th century roots. A wealth of wandering canals and ornate houses, the city’s Medieval charm is enhanced by Gothic spires and the pedestrianised cobbled streets. Friendly locals line the streets and they take great pride in showing their city’s many sights.
Hotels located in: Bruges
Relais Ravestein
The hippest hotel in Bruges – by a mile. Perfect central location. Interesting high-end dining restaurant. Small, expensive and impressive.
Molenmeers 11Bruges
Tel No: +32 50 47 69 47
Hotel de Orangerie
There couldn’t be a better location for this up-market and classy city hotel. Offering traditional elegance with an expensive price tag! The Orangerie has a calm private and non-touristy atmosphere and is perfect for a luxurious and relaxing stay.
Kartuizerinnenstraat 10Tel No: +32 50 34 16 49
Hotel Navarra
Highly rated Best Western option in a great location with good views to match. It is an older hotel but with modern and well sized rooms. Also offers a gym swimming pool and sauna for when you want to relax.
Sint-Jakobsstraat 41Tel No: +32 50 34 05 61
Pand Hotel
Refined boutique hotel within 50 metres of the canal which literally oozes class with service to match. Voted Europe’s ‘Best Charming Hotel’ in 2007 this place is leafy, quiet and stylish. A lovely place to spend a day or two.
Pandreitje 16Tel No: +32 50 34 06 66
Hotel Erasmus
Popular hotel in a great location. Quite small but with a lively atmosphere. Has a reputation for great food. Not the most expensive, this is a real ‘value-for-money’ option.
Wollestraat 35Tel No: +32 50 33 57 81
Apollo Arthotel Brugge
A striking 4-storey hotel combining traditional and modern architecture. Located only 2km from the city centre this hotel offers 120 rooms and all the facilities you could want or need. It is a larger chain option – but a safe alternative to the traditional city centre offerings.
Handboogstraat 1Tel No: +32 50 25 25 25
Relais Ravestein
The hippest hotel in Bruges by a mile with a perfect central location. The hotel also houses an interesting high-end dining Restaurant which is small, expensive and impressive.
Molenmeers 11Tel No: +32 50 47 69 47
Culture & Entertainment Located in: Bruges
Brugs Beertje
Pleasant and attractive Beerhouse in a ideal central location. A vast range of beers at this 25 year old tasting house make it very popular with locals and visitors – particularly men -so it’s a pretty good place to meet people if that’s what you’re looking for.
Kemelstraat 5Tel No: +32 50 33 96 16
De Garre
Tucked away in a great location less than 2 minutes walk from Market Square is a true Bruges gem! De Garre is a very popular local haunt with an outstanding range of beers – after all when in Bruges!
De Garre 1Tel No: +32 50 34 10 29
Cambrinus
Modern and spacious Bruges pub with a retro-style thats perfect for a lazy afternoon with over 400 beers to choose from! Serves great food also. It has warm wooden and brass décor with a smoke free atmosphere.
Philipstockstraat 19Tel No: +32 50 34 63 42
De Kelk
Popular bar with a huge choice of quality beers and wine. De Kelk has a rustic interior yet almost Art Deco style feel to it.Open from 5pm to 4am daily this has a night cafe style and is frequented by plenty of locals.
Langestraat 69Tel No: +32 47 37 33 460
Charlie Rockets
If you’re looking for something a bit different from the typical Bruges offerings then Charlie Rockets could be the place for you. A trendy bar and restaurant aimed at a younger crowd. It opens from 8am until 4am and also includes an Italian restaurant next door.
Hoogstraat 21Tel No: +32 50 33 06 60
B-In
Trendy city lounge bar and restaurant with a smart and modern layout. Popular with a younger cool crowd, it gets very busy in here at weekends.
ZonnekemeersOud St-Jan
Tel No: +32 50 31 13 00
Restaurants Located in: Bruges
Park Restaurant
Park Restaurant is an elegant and romantic restaurant housed in a grand mansion. It serves delicious dishes such as snails or scampi dosed in riesling or chicken stewed in Leffe beer – all of which come very highly recommended!
Minderbroederstraat 1Tel No: +32 50 34 64 62
De Karmeliet
One of the most reputed restaurants in Belgium offering 3 Michelin stars at this culinary highlight. Upmarket and luxurious atmosphere where you can expect to pay more for what may be the very best in town.
19 LangestraatTel No: +32 50 33 82 59
Hostellerie Le Fox
Part of the Hostellerie Le Fox this is one of the best restaurants Bruges has to offer. It is definitely worth the short trip. Offering 2 Michelin stars and a huge wine selection. This is quality fine dining for all the gourmets out there!
2 WalckierstraatDe Panne
Tel No: +32 58 41 28 55
Duc de Bourgogne
Well known and expensive restaurant which is part of the Hotel of the same name. Enjoying an excellent central location this is high quality and elegant dining with prices to match.
12 HuidenvetterspleinTel No: +32 50 33 20 38
Pergola Kaffee
In-house restaurant of the Hotel de Swaene situated in a beautiful central location and offering trendy and upmarket dining. Not the most expensive in town but still a bit special. Perfect for those more intimate moments.
SteenhouwersdijkTel No: +32 50 34 27 98
Bhavani
The better of Bruges’ pair of traditional Indian restaurants which offers a wide range of Subcontinental cuisine. Offering a mix of cosiness, Colonial atmosphere, Indian music and exotic charm. This is a nice choice for a relaxed night and best of all it’s not going to do too much damage to your credit card!
Simon Stevinplein 5Tel No: +32 50 33 90 25
Celtic Ireland Brugge
Traditional Irish Bar-Restaurant which is only one of five throughout Belgium and serves surprise surprise – Irish/British food at pretty low cost. A total contrast to Bruges’ mainstream dining offerings if you fancy a tast of old blighty this is the place to go.
Burg 8Tel No: +32 50 34 45 02
Sporting/Leisure/Beauty Located in: Bruges
Bruges Markets
Market days are on Wednesday mornings from 7am at Market Square. Saturday mornings at ‘t Zand Square and Beursplein. Also a charming Flea Market which is held on Saturday and Sunday afternoons along Dijver. Seasonally fromMarch through to October.
Bruges
Van Oost
Make sure you pay a visit to the Master Chocolatier Van Oost in his small establishment which is renowned for handmade Belgian pralines. Due to its busy location on Bruges busy shopping street it is easily overlooked – but follow your nose and the scent of warm chocolate will lead you to rich displays of [...]
Wollestraat 11Tel No: +32 50 33 14 54
2be
For souvenier shopping – you cannot miss this 15th century Gothic mansion emporium. It stocks a mouth watering selection of artisan chocolates, wines, conserves, confectionary, biscuits and other Belgian goodies such as local Bruge Zot and a large selection of other Belgian beers. As an added bonus the house which belonged to the former Spanish Mayor [...]
Wollestraat 43Tel No: +32 50 61 12 22
De Werf Jazz Club
Probably Bruges’ No 1 Jazz Club which is often host to Belgian and International names and groups as well as being the organisers of the annual Bruges Jazz Festival. CDs are available for purchase too from this little diversion into the world of Jazz….
Werfstraat 108Tel No: + 32 50 330 529
Het Hemelhuis
The historic inner city of Bruges now has its very own oasis of peace, quiet and luxury bodycare. Het Hemelhuis is the perfect place to relax after a hard day roaming the city. There is a regular sauna as well as a bio sauna and a bath house complete with plunge bath and steam bench. [...]
Groenerei 16Bruges
Tel No: +32 50 67 96 93
Zilverpand Brugge
Bruges is one of the most attractive shopping cities in West Flanders. However its shopping centres are fairly basic. Located in the heart of the city Zilverpand Brugge, is one of the smarter shopping malls. Set around 3 indoor courtyards you will find fashion and clothing stores, lots of chocolates and some pleasant cafes. Open [...]
NoordzandstraatEntertainment located in: Bruges
Centre Belge de la Bande Dessinee
Opened in 1906 the Belgian Comic Strip Centre brings together everything related to the comic strip on more than 4000 square metres of museum floors – and it isn’t just for kids! One of the major tourist attractions of the city (they take their comics pretty seriously here!) The Centre welcomes over 260,000 visitors each [...]
Rue des Sables 20Tel No: +32 2 219 1980
Absolute Art Gallery Brugge
This modern contemporary art museum is one of two in Belgium (the other is in Knokke). And this is definitely a million miles away from ‘stuffy’ or ‘traditional’ art. Here you’ll find exciting and vibrant collections and exhibitions from both Belgian and international artists. This fun gallery is open from 11am to 6pm daily (excluding [...]
Dijver 4-5Tel No: +32 50 49 10 12
Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
You can find these carriages everywhere throughout the city but we recommend starting at either Market square or The Begijnhof, where they offer rides for a set price for up to 5 people.
Market Square or Begijnhof
The Chocolate Museum
North of the town centre is the Choco Story Museum- a tempting chocolate making museum just full of tasty goodness! Please Note: this is not the place for calorie counting!
Wijnzakstraat 2Tel No: +32 50 61 22 37
Groeninge & Gruuthuse Museums
Groeninge Museum showcases Belgian and Dutch paintings which includes work from Jan van Eyck and Hieronymous Bosch. The Gruuthuse Museum located nearby has a fine collection of Medieval Art for you to peruse at your leisure.
Dijver 12 & 17 RespectivelyTel No: +32 50 44 87 43/44 87 62
Diamantmuseum Brugge
Centrally located Diamond Museum which offers a unique view into the diamond world. It is open daily from 10.30am until 5.30pm. A precious pearl in Bruges’ crown – don’t miss the chance to meet a girls best friend.
Katelijnestraat 43Tel No: +32 50 34 20 56