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Bruges and Ghent day trip from Brussels

  • 10.5 hours
  • Carrefour de l’Europe
  • 4.6(10,092 reviews)

Two medieval Flemish cities in one day

A coach takes you to Bruges, the 'Venice of the North', and to Ghent. Choose a guided walk in each or an independent visit with an audio guide.

In Bruges: the Lake of Love, the 1245 Beguinage and the Market Square. In Ghent: St Bavo's Cathedral, the Belfry and the Castle of the Counts. Beer tasting or a canal cruise can be added.

Best for

  • Seeing two cities beyond Brussels in a day
  • Medieval canal towns
  • Both guided and independent travellers

Highlights

  • Bruges and Ghent in one day
  • Guided tour or audio guide
  • Panoramic drive through Brussels
  • Optional beer tasting or canal cruise

Itinerary

  1. Brussels to Bruges

    ~1.5 hours

    A panoramic drive past Cinquantenaire Park and the European Quarter, then on to Bruges.

  2. Bruges

    ~2 hours guided, plus free time

    The Lake of Love, the Beguinage and the Market Square, guided or self-paced.

  3. Ghent

    ~1 hour guided, plus free time

    St. Bavo’s Cathedral, the Belfry and the Castle of the Counts of Flanders.

What's included

  • Round-trip transportation from Brussels
  • Professional guide throughout (walking tour not included in self-paced options)
  • Panoramic introduction to Brussels
  • Free time in both Bruges and Ghent
  • Lunch and drinks
  • Entrance tickets to monuments and attractions
  • Optional beer tasting or canal cruise unless selected

Important information

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users or people with mobility impairments; cobblestones are involved.
  • Departs Brussels at 8:30am and returns around 7pm.
  • Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure; the bus cannot wait for late arrivals.

Meeting and end point

Meeting point

Carrefour de l’Europe, Brussels — meeting point may vary by option booked.

Get there with Meilora

A private car from your hotel to the meeting point, timed for your slot. Fixed price, booked on Meilora.

ToCarrefour de l’Europe, Brussels — meeting point may vary by option booked.
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