Bruges

Bruges: x2 days, x2 nights (this page is travel ready and printable below!)

Travel: Eurostar – London to Bruges (travel with “any Belgian station” ticket.)

Local travel: Bear in mind that much of Bruges’ city centre is pedestrianised.

Hotel: Hotel De Orangerie

Address:  Kartuizerinnenstraat 10, 8000 Brugge, Belgium

BRUGES DAY 1:

Start the day in the Markt before climbing the 366 steps of the Belfry tower.

Afterwards, head over to Burg square to enjoy the gothic architecture.

Whilst there, witness the veneration of the Holy Blood relic.

Indulge in Belgian waffles at the Gingerbread Tea Room.

Take a boat ride along the canal to experience Bruges’ waterways.

Step back in time by entering Begijnhof, exploring how the beguines used to live.

Enjoy a cherry bier by the canals at 2be bruges and admire the impressive beer wall.

Finish the day in true Belgian style with a Moules et Frites, dining at Bistro t’ Lammetje

Take an evening stroll along the canal, admiring the Rozenhoedkaai view at night.

BRUGES DAY 2:

Head over to the St-Anna district early, to catch a glimpse of the old windmills.

Shop for some antique traditional lace at Bruges’ best lace shop, T’ Apostelientje.

Catch an afternoon bobbin lace session at Kantcentrum.

Meet Sister Francis to receive an exclusive tour of The English Convent.

Head back to the Markt to grab some frites to go at Friterie 1900.

Have a chocolate pit-stop, exploring the best three choc shops: Moeder BabelutteChocolatier Dumon and Mary Chocolatier.

End the afternoon with a 30-minute picturesque horse & carriage tour.

Grab a Belgian bier at the most romantic bar in Bruges, Café Red Rose.

Fresh fish is on the menu at this intimate family-affair restaurant, De Stove.