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Lovely day trip to Bruges and Ghent
Had a lovely day to Bruges and Ghent , both beautiful cities . Oscar and Diego our guides were super knowledgeable, we had enough free time to explore . Well managed trip . Highly recommend .
Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels
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At a glance
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Price from
- $53 / person
- Location
- Brussels, Belgium
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 912 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 45
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Buendía
- Meeting point
- In the Carrefour de l'Europe square under the columns of the main entrance of the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Our guides will be wearing ID of Buendia Tours.
Description
Make the most of your time in Belgium during this full-day excursion to Bruges and Ghent from Brussels. Don’t worry about time-consuming public transit; instead, benefit from round-trip transfers, as well as the insight of a local guide who can share context you might not have discovered alone, before exploring independently at your own pace.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:30 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $53
- Child (ages 3–12)
- $26
- Infant (ages 0–2)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our bus will leave us in Bargeplein. Here we will have 10 minutes to go to the bathroom. The guide will explain at what time should we be back in the bus
Our first stop will be Minnewater, also known as the "Lake of love". With the beautiful lake on the background our guide will explain the history of Bruges as well as the love story occurred in this lake.
The next step of our tour will be the Begijnhof. Founded in 1245, this place saves the history of an incredible group of women.
Chocolalino
In one of the few certified artisan chocolate shops, we will have the chance to taste artisan chocolates. Our guide will also tell us about the famous Bruges chocolate and will give you some tips to distinguish the handmade chocolate from the industrial one.
Walplein
In this beautiful square, our guide will explain us the history of Bruges beer.
Here our guide will teach us how to identify the original medieval houses.
You will have the chance to take some beautiful photos from the little bridge.
In front of Old St. John’s Hospital our guide will explain how the health system in medieval Bruges worked.
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk
In front of old St. John’s Hospital, we will find the Church of Our Lady. From the outside, our guide will explain us some curiosities of the white marble sculpture of the Madonna and Child created by Michelangelo that is inside the church mentioned before.
Gruuthusemuseum
In the front of Gruuthuse, we will get to know the most famous and powerful family of Bruges between the XVII and XVIII centuries.
Boniface Bridge
In one of the most charming spots of Bruges, our guide will explain the interesting legend of this bridge. You will also have time to take photos.
Quai du Rosaire / Rozenhoedkaai
In the most photographed place of Bruges, our guide will tell us about the history surrounding the "Pier of the roses". You will also have the chance to take some pictures.
Huidenvettersplein
Our next step is Tanners square, here we will learn about how tanners worked in the medieval Bruges.
Burg Square
In this square we find the Gothic Town Hall, the Old Court House and the Basilica of the Holy Blood.
The Markt
The last point of our guided tour in Bruges is The Market Square or Grote Markt. Here our guide will explain the different buildings around the square and will give some tips about where to eat or which are the best shops to buy the traditional chocolate. The guide will also remember you when and where you must be to take the bus to Ghent.
Bruges
Free time, you will enjoy about 1,5 hours of free time (it depends on the traffic and the rhythm of the group).
Here waits our guide and the bus. Time to continue our trip to Ghent.
Ghent
We arrive to Ghent, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. We walk to the centre, where the guided tour will begin.
Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)
We start our guided tour in front of the Town Hall. Here our guide will explain us the different architectural styles of the building.
Het Belfort van Gent
Our guide will explain this emblematic tower and the history surrounding its dragon.
St. Bavo's Cathedral
You will discover the outside and the inside of Ghent’s Cathedral, where the most stolen painting in history is kept, the famous painting of the Van Eyck brothers “The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb”.
Esglesia de Sant Nicolau
Do you know that Belgian churches host concerts and other events?
Masons' Guild Hall
In front of the original facade of the Masons guild house, our guide will explain what guild houses are and the peculiarity of this one.
Korenmarkt
In front Saint Nicholas Church, we found the Korenmarkt. In this spot will be explained the peculiar history of the building where the post office used to be.
Upon this bridge you will be able to take incredible photos. Here will also be explained the story of the tower of Saint Michael's Church.
Graslei and Korenlei
We are going to follow the Lys riverbank. We will get to know the buildings surrounding Lys river such as the Masons’ Guild House or the current Marriot Hotel. You will also have the chance to take some photos.
The Great Butchers’, which dates back to the 15th century, was originally a covered market.
In front the Great Butcher's Hall, we will make a little stop in a traditional market stall where the seller will tell us about Ghent’s more famous candy, the cuberdon.
St. Veerleplein
The last point of our guided tour is Sint-Veerleplein Square. Here our guide will explain the story of the square and the different buildings around it. Also, will give some tips about where can you drink the traditional beer or which are the best souvenir shops. The guide will also remember when and where you must be to take the bus back to Brussels.
Ghent
Free time, you will enjoy about 1 hour of free time (it depends on the traffic and the rhythm of the group).
What's included
Included
Professional English-speaking guide
City tips
Guided walking tour in Ghent
Guided walking tour in Bruges
Round-trip with A/C
Not included
Food and drinks
Headphones
Bruges has a tourist regulation and sometimes the service is provided using radios with headphones.
Customers can use their headphones, if they don't have them, we offer headphones for only €1
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
912 reviews
How it compares in Brussels
- No. 9 by number of reviews among 677 tours in Brussels
- Starting price $53 is 91% below the typical $613 for tours of similar length in Brussels
Excurgo comparison of 677 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- You will receive the confirmation at time of booking
- Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.
- No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you some great food spots :)
- Belgian regulations require the use of radio-guides on some occasions; you can use your own, 3.5 mm jack and not wireless, or buy disposable ones for 1€.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels take?
Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 30 stops.
How much does Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels cost?
Prices start at $53 per person for this Brussels experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM.
How much does Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels cost for children?
Children aged 3–12 pay from $26, adults from $53. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is In the Carrefour de l'Europe square under the columns of the main entrance of the train and metro station, in front of the Hilton Grand Place hotel. Our guides will be wearing ID of Buendia Tours. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 45 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 912 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Buendía.
Reviews(912)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
Not so good… waste of time and money
The described itinerary was not what we experienced. The tour guide showing lack of enthusiasm. Waste of money and time.
L
100 metre sprint in Bruges / Ghent!
The walking pace was far too quick for children or elderly people. They do not wait and radio contact is lost as the guide gets too far ahead.
C
Forewarned is forearmed
You have to understand you are going to walk further and faster than you have ever done before when you were on holdiday. If you lose concentration while your group is being walked through an area crowded by other tourists you may misplace your guide and suffer a sudden panic attack because you will have no idea where you are or where the coach is parked. This can easily occur if you linger too long in one place, say for that perfect photo. You will risk being able to understand only a fraction of what your guide says because of his/her thick foreign accent. Expect your guide to take you on a route that weaves its way kilometers away from the bus park and then to abandon you to find your own way back to the tour bus that may look identical to the dozen other tourist buses that arrived at the same time. You will be regarded by the locals as an irritant in their everyday lives except of course those trying to sell you overpriced food or fridge magnets. Expect to be a target for bag-snatchers and pickpockets trying to lift your wallet or phone or both, and as a result be prepared to take pre-emptive measures to keep your property safe. All of this will raise your stress levels, and that's before you have to worry about how much, if anything, to tip the tour guide, the local assistant guides, and the driver, and still have enough Euros in your caefully concealed wallet to buy lunch. And yet, you will take that in your stride, because you will probably never pass that way again, and a tour offers you a far less riskier opportunity to tick off those bucket list items than going it alone.
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S
Great day to see Bruges and Ghent
A wonderful day trip to Bruges and Ghent, beautiful architecture and interesting history. George and Julian our guides were amazing and also gave great tips of places to eat, which beers and chocolate places to try. Wonderful day out.
D
Apparently in Bruges...
Apparently in Bruges there is a rule that tour groups must only comprise of 20 people max. We were split off from our main tour guide and placed with another whose English was not good. Haris was very hard to understand and we finally just took out our earbuds and enjoyed the seeing the city without listening to the tour guide. We were not the only ones who did this. The entire radio and earbuds was not the best way to experience the city. I would have liked to spend more time in Bruges than in Ghent, so maybe the way to go is just take the bus and tour the city on your own.
K
Bruges/Ghent
Bruges was a good visit and could have spent more time enjoying the sites and skipped Ghent. Didn’t like that it was 2 languages in the bus-splitting conversations and tour groups, but understood why it was done.
K
Experience Bruges and Ghent
A very informative tour of the history, people and architecture with time to explore the local food and specialties of both towns. Our guide Peter was outstanding! Knowledgeable, personable and a shared list of personal recommendations.
R
Brugge and Ghent
Is a reasonable tour seeing some of the highlights of these two beautiful Belgian towns. I would’ve actually rather done this on my own and taking the train, but we were pleasantly surprised with the nice tour bus and the congenial tour guide Operator. We actually missed the bus on the way back from Ghent but we ended up coming back with a Spanish tour from the same company so that was very kind of them.
H
Good tour
There is a fair bit of construction in both cities, not as impactful in Bruges. Tour guides were rear, very knowledgeable.
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