Walk down cobbled streets and past gothic buildings in Bruges, capital of West Flanders. See intact medieval buildings and gorgeous canals. Visit the monastery of Le Béguinage, the Basilica of the Holy Blood, the huge belfry of Notre Dame, and more.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1 day
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- Host or greeter
- Spanish, Japanese, English
Experience
Highlights
- Cross the border of France and Belgium to the capital of West Flanders and discover why Bruges is a UNESCO protected city
- See intact medieval buildings and canals that date back to the 12th century
- Visit the Basilica of the Holy Blood, an almost intact Romanesque chapel of the 12th century
- Cruise down the canals in summer and see Renaissance and Gothic architecture from a different perspective
- Try the national dish of moules frites and Belgian beer
- Enjoy free time to shop for lace products or luxury Belgian chocolates
- Tour the galleries of the Groeningemuseum and admire paintings by Hieronymous Bosch and van Eyck
Full description
Escape Paris for the day and cross the border to the capital of the West Flanders region of Flemish Belgium. The full-day tour, with round-trip transfers from central Paris, will take you to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bruges, sometimes referred to as the “Venice of the North.”
Enjoy a guided walk of the historically rich center, admiring the gothic-style City Hall, the ornate Renaissance architecture of the Place du Bourg, and the 12th-century Basilique du Saint-Sang (Basilica of the Holy Blood), among other attractions. Free time will be allocated for lunch at a local restaurant, where you can enjoy Belgian specialties, such as traditional moules frites (mussels and French fries) and an extensive selection of Belgian beers.
A visit to the Groeningemuseum, home to Flemish master painters, such as van Eyck and Hieronymous Bosch is a popular way to spend an afternoon in Bruges. Alternatively, shop for handmade lace and Belgian chocolates in the city’s boutique stores. During the summer season, you can also take a boat cruise along some of the famous canals of Bruges, built as far back as the 12th century.
Includes
- Transportation by luxury air-conditioned coach
- Toll taxes
- Licensed multilingual guide (if option selected)
- Canal cruise (summer season only)
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Traveler requirements
- Customers must bring their own headphones
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Meeting point
Please meet at the Pyramides Paris Vision Agency, 2 Rue des Pyramides 75001 Paris (Métro line 1, 7, or 14 - Stop Tuileries, Pyramides, or Palais Royal) Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
Not allowed
- Pets
- Smoking
- Luggage or large bags
Know before you go
- Please wear good walking shoes and warm clothing in winter
- Please note that Bruges has an especially humid climate
- Try the national dish of Moules Frites, served with various sauces, such as wine, cheese, onions, or garlic, accompanied by Belgian beer