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Bruges: 1.5-Hour Dark Side of Bruges Private Tour

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4.5272727 out of 5 stars
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Bruges: 1.5-Hour Dark Side of Bruges Private Tour
4.5272727 out of 5 stars
4.5
4.5272727 out of 5 stars
55 reviews

Get off the beaten track and discover the dark side of medieval Bruges with a private guide as you discover the history and mystery of the city. Visit historic highlights and the city's hidden gems.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, French, Dutch, German, English
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Jodi – Australia

Fantastic tour, Martin was an excellent guide, very friendly and informative. Can't recommend enough.

S
Steeve – Canada

It was fantastic. The guide was very knowledgeable and generous of his time.

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Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Markt 14

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    Huis Ter Beurze

    Guided tour (10 minutes)

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    Jan Van Eyck Square

    Guided tour (10 minutes)

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    Gouden-Handrei

    Guided tour (10 minutes)

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    Sint-Anna Quarter

    Guided tour (10 minutes)

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    Jeruzalemkerk

    Guided tour (10 minutes)

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    Sint-Janshuismolen

    Guided tour (10 minutes)

  • Finish at:

    Bauhaus Bar

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Skip the “touristy trail” and get to know the real Bruges
  • Discover the city from a local's perspective with its unique and hidden gems
  • Learn about its history, mystery, dark stories and old legends

Full description

Explore the lesser-known side of Bruges with your professional private guide to hear the story about the rise and fall of our city. During the 1.5-hour walking tour you'll learn about the city's history, find out interesting facts about medieval Bruges and discover dark stories and old legends. We'll finish the tour at a bar with a complementary beer. 

Enjoy a perfect mix of history and dark stories, myths, old legends, interesting facts, and hidden gems — everything to make your time in Bruges memorable and exciting. As it is a private tour, it can be customized based on your preferences and indications. The tour ends at the Bauhaus bar, a famous local pub where you will receive a Belgian beer and a €3 discount for the boat tours.

Stops included on the tour:
+ the Market Square,
+ Jan Van Eyck Square,
+ the Ghost house,
+ the Golden Hand Canal,
+ Sint-Anna Quarter,
+ the Jerusalem Church,
+ St. John's Mill, and many more!

Includes

  • Professional private guide
  • 1 Beer
  • Headsets to hear your guide clearly (if the group is bigger than 24 people)
  • Food and other drinks
  • Tips

Meeting point

Meet your guide at the Grote Markt Square of Bruges, in front of the statue. Look out for the guide with the red umbrella.

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

  • This tour will take place rain or shine.

From $202 per group up to 2

Reserve now & pay later to book your spot and pay nothing today
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Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 55 reviews

Review summary

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  • Value for money
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Jodi – AustraliaSeptember 11, 2024 – Verified booking
Fantastic tour, Martin was an excellent guide, very friendly and informative. Can't recommend enough.
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Steeve – CanadaAugust 18, 2024 – Verified booking
It was fantastic. The guide was very knowledgeable and generous of his time.
K
Kip – United StatesNovember 3, 2023 – Verified booking
Our guide was exceptional and very personable. We learned a lot about Brugge. I would recommend this tour…day or night version.

Product ID: 387616

Activity provider:Legends Experiences
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