Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels
by Buendia Tours
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This full-day bus tour runs about 10 hours and visits the Belgian cities of Bruges and Ghent, starting and ending in Brussels. A professional English-speaking guide travels with the group and leads walking tours in both Ghent and Bruges. The tour includes round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned bus and city tips from the guide. The trip begins with a bus drop-off at Bargeplein in Bruges, where participants have 10 minutes for a bathroom break and receive instructions for the return time. The guided walking tour in Bruges includes stops at Minnewater (Lake of Love) where the guide tells the city’s history and a local love story, the Begijnhof founded in 1245, and a visit to Chocolalino, a certified artisan chocolate shop offering tasting and information about Bruges chocolate. The guide explains the history of Bruges beer at Walplein square, points out original medieval houses, and shows the little bridge ideal for photos. Further stops cover Old St. John’s Hospital with explanations of the medieval health system, Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk church where the guide describes the Michelangelo Madonna and Child sculpture seen inside, and the Gruuthusemuseum, home of a prominent Bruges family in the 17th and 18th centuries. The tour continues to Boniface Bridge with its local legend, Quai du Rosaire (Pier of the Roses) for photos, Huidenvettersplein (Tanners square) to learn about medieval tanning, Burg Square with the Gothic Town Hall, Old Court House, and Basilica of the Holy Blood, and finally The Markt (Market Square). The guide gives details about buildings here and tips on local chocolate shops and eateries, along with instructions for meeting the bus to Ghent. After about 1 to 1.5 hours of free time in Bruges (dependent on traffic and group pace), the group meets the guide and bus to proceed to Ghent. Upon arrival, participants walk to the city center for the guided tour. The Ghent walking tour starts at the Town Hall, where architectural styles are explained, then visits Het Belfort van Gent tower and its dragon story. St. Bavo's Cathedral is next, where both the exterior and interior are shown, including the Van Eyck brothers’ painting "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb." The guide mentions events held at Esglesia de Sant Nicolau church and explains guild houses at the Masons' Guild Hall. At Korenmarkt square by Saint Nicholas Church, the history of the former post office building is discussed. The tour moves to a bridge offering photo opportunities and the story of Saint Michael's Church tower. Along the Lys riverbank, the guide highlights buildings like the Masons’ Guild House and the current Marriott Hotel. The Great Butchers’ Hall, a 15th-century covered market, is explained, followed by a short stop at a traditional market stall to learn about Ghent’s cuberdon candy. The final tour stop is Sint-Veerleplein Square, where the guide talks about the square’s history, local beer spots, and souvenir shops, and reminds participants about the bus return schedule. After the guided part, about one hour of free time is available in Ghent, depending on traffic and group pace, before the return journey to Brussels. Food and drinks are not included. Radio-guides may be used in Bruges due to local regulations; participants can use their own wired headphones or rent disposable ones for 1€. The tour operates regardless of weather conditions, so appropriate clothing is advised. Children under 2 must use a car seat on the bus, which guests must provide. Headphones are not included but can be purchased or brought by participants.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Bargeplein
The bus stops at Bargeplein where participants have 10 minutes to use the bathroom. The guide informs the group about the time to return to the bus.
15 min
Minnewater
At Minnewater, known as the Lake of Love, the guide presents the history of Bruges and a love story associated with the lake.
5 min
Begijnhof
The group visits the Begijnhof, founded in 1245, which preserves the history of a notable community of women.
10 min
Chocolalino
Stop at Chocolalino, a certified artisan chocolate shop, for a tasting and information about distinguishing handmade chocolates from industrial ones.
5 min
Walplein
At Walplein square, the guide explains the history of beer brewing in Bruges.
5 min
Medieval houses area
The guide points out how to identify original medieval houses during this brief stop.
5 min
Little bridge
Participants have time to take photos at a small bridge noted for its views.
Old St. John’s Hospital
In front of Old St. John’s Hospital, the guide describes how the health system functioned in medieval Bruges.
8 min
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk
Outside the Church of Our Lady, the guide shares details about the white marble sculpture of Madonna and Child by Michelangelo inside the church.
5 min
Gruuthusemuseum
At Gruuthusemuseum, the guide discusses the prominent Bruges family that was influential in the 17th and 18th centuries.
5 min
Boniface Bridge
The guide tells the legend of Boniface Bridge, a charming Bruges location, with time allotted for photos.
5 min
Quai du Rosaire / Rozenhoedkaai
At the Pier of the Roses, the most photographed spot in Bruges, the guide explains the history and allows for photos.
5 min
Huidenvettersplein
Tanners square is visited to learn about the medieval tanning trade in Bruges.
5 min
Burg Square
Burg Square includes the Gothic Town Hall, Old Court House, and Basilica of the Holy Blood, all described by the guide.
10 min
The Markt
The guided Bruges tour ends at Market Square where the guide talks about surrounding buildings and recommends places to eat and buy chocolate, also giving instructions for the bus to Ghent.
15 min
Bruges
There will be about 1,5 hours of free time in Bruges, depending on traffic and the group's pace.
60 min
Bus departure to Ghent
The group reunites with the guide and bus for the journey to Ghent.
10 min
Ghent
The bus arrives in Ghent. The group walks to the city center to start the guided tour.
5 min
Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)
The tour begins at the Town Hall, where the guide explains its architectural styles.
5 min
Het Belfort van Gent
The guide describes this emblematic tower and the history of its dragon.
10 min
St. Bavo's Cathedral
The group visits the exterior and interior of St. Bavo's Cathedral, home to the Van Eyck brothers’ painting "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb."
25 min
Esglesia de Sant Nicolau
The guide mentions that this church hosts concerts and other events.
3 min
Masons' Guild Hall
In front of the original facade, the guide explains the guild houses and what makes this one special.
2 min
Korenmarkt
At Korenmarkt square by Saint Nicholas Church, the guide shares the history of the building that was once a post office.
5 min
Bridge by Saint Michael's Church
The guide tells the story of Saint Michael's Church tower and participants can take photos from the bridge.
7 min
+ 5 more places this tour can include
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.
End 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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels
by Buendia Tours
Choose from 6 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€92Overview
This full-day bus tour runs about 10 hours and visits the Belgian cities of Bruges and Ghent, starting and ending in Brussels. A professional English-speaking guide travels with the group and leads walking tours in both Ghent and Bruges. The tour includes round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned bus and city tips from the guide. The trip begins with a bus drop-off at Bargeplein in Bruges, where participants have 10 minutes for a bathroom break and receive instructions for the return time. The guided walking tour in Bruges includes stops at Minnewater (Lake of Love) where the guide tells the city’s history and a local love story, the Begijnhof founded in 1245, and a visit to Chocolalino, a certified artisan chocolate shop offering tasting and information about Bruges chocolate. The guide explains the history of Bruges beer at Walplein square, points out original medieval houses, and shows the little bridge ideal for photos. Further stops cover Old St. John’s Hospital with explanations of the medieval health system, Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk church where the guide describes the Michelangelo Madonna and Child sculpture seen inside, and the Gruuthusemuseum, home of a prominent Bruges family in the 17th and 18th centuries. The tour continues to Boniface Bridge with its local legend, Quai du Rosaire (Pier of the Roses) for photos, Huidenvettersplein (Tanners square) to learn about medieval tanning, Burg Square with the Gothic Town Hall, Old Court House, and Basilica of the Holy Blood, and finally The Markt (Market Square). The guide gives details about buildings here and tips on local chocolate shops and eateries, along with instructions for meeting the bus to Ghent. After about 1 to 1.5 hours of free time in Bruges (dependent on traffic and group pace), the group meets the guide and bus to proceed to Ghent. Upon arrival, participants walk to the city center for the guided tour. The Ghent walking tour starts at the Town Hall, where architectural styles are explained, then visits Het Belfort van Gent tower and its dragon story. St. Bavo's Cathedral is next, where both the exterior and interior are shown, including the Van Eyck brothers’ painting "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb." The guide mentions events held at Esglesia de Sant Nicolau church and explains guild houses at the Masons' Guild Hall. At Korenmarkt square by Saint Nicholas Church, the history of the former post office building is discussed. The tour moves to a bridge offering photo opportunities and the story of Saint Michael's Church tower. Along the Lys riverbank, the guide highlights buildings like the Masons’ Guild House and the current Marriott Hotel. The Great Butchers’ Hall, a 15th-century covered market, is explained, followed by a short stop at a traditional market stall to learn about Ghent’s cuberdon candy. The final tour stop is Sint-Veerleplein Square, where the guide talks about the square’s history, local beer spots, and souvenir shops, and reminds participants about the bus return schedule. After the guided part, about one hour of free time is available in Ghent, depending on traffic and group pace, before the return journey to Brussels. Food and drinks are not included. Radio-guides may be used in Bruges due to local regulations; participants can use their own wired headphones or rent disposable ones for 1€. The tour operates regardless of weather conditions, so appropriate clothing is advised. Children under 2 must use a car seat on the bus, which guests must provide. Headphones are not included but can be purchased or brought by participants.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Bargeplein
The bus stops at Bargeplein where participants have 10 minutes to use the bathroom. The guide informs the group about the time to return to the bus.
15 min
Minnewater
At Minnewater, known as the Lake of Love, the guide presents the history of Bruges and a love story associated with the lake.
5 min
Begijnhof
The group visits the Begijnhof, founded in 1245, which preserves the history of a notable community of women.
10 min
Chocolalino
Stop at Chocolalino, a certified artisan chocolate shop, for a tasting and information about distinguishing handmade chocolates from industrial ones.
5 min
Walplein
At Walplein square, the guide explains the history of beer brewing in Bruges.
5 min
Medieval houses area
The guide points out how to identify original medieval houses during this brief stop.
5 min
Little bridge
Participants have time to take photos at a small bridge noted for its views.
Old St. John’s Hospital
In front of Old St. John’s Hospital, the guide describes how the health system functioned in medieval Bruges.
8 min
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk
Outside the Church of Our Lady, the guide shares details about the white marble sculpture of Madonna and Child by Michelangelo inside the church.
5 min
Gruuthusemuseum
At Gruuthusemuseum, the guide discusses the prominent Bruges family that was influential in the 17th and 18th centuries.
5 min
Boniface Bridge
The guide tells the legend of Boniface Bridge, a charming Bruges location, with time allotted for photos.
5 min
Quai du Rosaire / Rozenhoedkaai
At the Pier of the Roses, the most photographed spot in Bruges, the guide explains the history and allows for photos.
5 min
Huidenvettersplein
Tanners square is visited to learn about the medieval tanning trade in Bruges.
5 min
Burg Square
Burg Square includes the Gothic Town Hall, Old Court House, and Basilica of the Holy Blood, all described by the guide.
10 min
The Markt
The guided Bruges tour ends at Market Square where the guide talks about surrounding buildings and recommends places to eat and buy chocolate, also giving instructions for the bus to Ghent.
15 min
Bruges
There will be about 1,5 hours of free time in Bruges, depending on traffic and the group's pace.
60 min
Bus departure to Ghent
The group reunites with the guide and bus for the journey to Ghent.
10 min
Ghent
The bus arrives in Ghent. The group walks to the city center to start the guided tour.
5 min
Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)
The tour begins at the Town Hall, where the guide explains its architectural styles.
5 min
Het Belfort van Gent
The guide describes this emblematic tower and the history of its dragon.
10 min
St. Bavo's Cathedral
The group visits the exterior and interior of St. Bavo's Cathedral, home to the Van Eyck brothers’ painting "The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb."
25 min
Esglesia de Sant Nicolau
The guide mentions that this church hosts concerts and other events.
3 min
Masons' Guild Hall
In front of the original facade, the guide explains the guild houses and what makes this one special.
2 min
Korenmarkt
At Korenmarkt square by Saint Nicholas Church, the guide shares the history of the building that was once a post office.
5 min
Bridge by Saint Michael's Church
The guide tells the story of Saint Michael's Church tower and participants can take photos from the bridge.
7 min
+ 5 more places this tour can include
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.
End 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.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.