Bruges and Ghent - Belgium's Fairytale Cities - from Brussels

4.2

based on 4,902 reviews

| Brussels, Belgium

Reviews Summary

Mixed reviews. Many enjoyed the cities' beauty and history. Some felt rushed, while others appreciated the efficient use of time. Bilingual tours were a common point of frustration.

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Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

10.5 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Professional guide (tour may include bilingual commentary)
Radios and earphones
Air-conditioned vehicle
Organization of boat trip (at extra cost)

Hotel pick up & drop-off
Food and drinks

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Access to the Mystic Lamb at St Bavo's Cathedral is not possible on Sundays
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Our guides are pleased to guide the tours in English, Spanish and/or French depending on the language need of our guests on the tour
Please note that we cannot accomodate latecomers

Discover Flanders’ two most enchanting cities and follow your guide on his walking tour way back in time! We take you to Ghent. We visit Saint-Bavo’s Cathedral, home to the world-famous Mystic Lamb painting (optional) and walk along the Castle of the Counts of Flanders, the picturesque medieval harbor and...

Duration 10 Hours and 30 Minutes
Group Tour
Max 200 people in the group

1
Het Belfort van Gent
The 91-metre-tall belfry of Ghent is one of three medieval towers that overlook the old city centre of Ghent, Belgium, the other two belonging to Saint Bavo Cathedral and Saint Nicholas' Church.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
2
Graslei and Korenlei
A quay in the historic city center of Ghent, Belgium, located on the right bank of the Leie river.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only

St. Bavo's Cathedral

The Saint Bavo Cathedral an 89-meter-tall Gothic cathedral in Ghent, Belgium. It is the seat of the diocese of Ghent, is named for Saint Bavo of Ghent, and contains the well-known Ghent Altarpiece.

No Admission Ticket Required

Gravensteen

The current castle dates to 1180 and was the residence of the Counts of Flanders until 1353. It was subsequently re-purposed as a court, prison, mint, and even as a cotton factory.

No Admission Ticket Required•
Drive-By Only

Esglesia de Sant Nicolau

St. Nicholas' Church is one of the oldest and most prominent landmarks in Ghent, Belgium. Begun in the early 13th century as a replacement for an earlier Romanesque church.

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Basilica of the Holy Blood

The Basilica of the Holy Blood is a Roman Catholic basilica in Bruges, Belgium. The church houses a venerated relic of the Holy Blood allegedly collected by Joseph of Arimathea and brought from the Holy Land by Thierry of Alsace.

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk

The Church of Our Lady in Bruges, Belgium, dates mainly from the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries. Its tower, at 115.6 metres in height, remains the tallest structure in the city and the second tallest brickwork tower in the world.

Duration 15 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Stadhuis

The Bruges City Hall is one of the oldest city halls in the entire Netherlands region. It is located in Burg Square, the area of the former fortified castle in the centre of Bruges.

Duration 10 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Minnewater Lake

The famous area is called the "Lake of Love" and" Lovers bridge" .

It’s a romantic place to be with someone you love! An amazing location within the confines of the city.

Duration 15 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

Burg Square

The Burg Square is the political center of Bruges. It is a lovely place where architecture lovers can enjoy the amazing mix of beautiful buildings.

Duration 20 Minutes•
No Admission Ticket Required

The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde

The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaerde is the only preserved beguinage in the Belgian city of Bruges. There are no more Beguines living there, but since 1927 it functions as a convent for Benedictines, founded by canon Hoornaert.