3 days in Bruges Itinerary

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Brugse Vrije and The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Bruges: Les Galeries Royales Saint-Hubert (in Brussels), Antwerpen-Centraal (in Antwerp) and Menin Gate Memorial (in Ieper (Ypres)). And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Burg Square, sample the tasty concoctions at Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Our Lady Bruges, and steep yourself in history at Basilica of the Holy Blood.

To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Bruges online day trip planner.

If you are flying in from United Kingdom, the closest major aiports are Brussels Airport, Ostend-Bruges International Airport and Antwerp International Airport (Deurne). In September, daytime highs in Bruges are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.