Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels: UNESCO Cities in One Day
Two UNESCO World Heritage cities fit into a single day when you follow the same route medieval merchants used.
A full-day group tour from Brussels visits both Bruges and Ghent, Belgium's UNESCO-designated medieval cities, with a professional guide in English, Spanish or French. You'll walk through Ghent's fortress and cathedral, then move to Bruges for the Minnewater, the Basilica of the Holy Blood, and the Bell Tower, with an optional canal boat ride included in the day.
Step-by-step itinerary
Explore Ghent and Bruges highlights
- Discover St Bavo's Cathedral in Ghent
- Visit City Hall and Belfry
- See St Nicholas' Church and medieval harbour
- View Gravensteen Castle fortress
- Lunch in Bruges
- Photo stop at Minnewater lake
- Visit Beguinage in Bruges
- See Basilica of the Holy Blood and Bell Tower
- Explore Church of Our Lady and St. John's Hospital
- Take boat trip on Bruges canals
What’s included
- Professional guide service in your choice of English, Spanish or French.
- group bus transport with air conditioning.
- organization of the optional canal boat trip in Bruges (paid separately on site, approximately 15 euros).
- access to all major landmarks and churches mentioned in the itinerary.
Times
- Every day 09:00
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The experience
The tour starts in Ghent, where you walk past St Bavo's Cathedral, the City Hall, and the Belfry, the medieval heart of the city, before reaching Gravensteen, the fortress that once housed the Counts of Flanders. After lunch (on your own), the route shifts to Bruges, beginning at the Minnewater, the romantic canal-side spot where the city's medieval harbour still draws students and locals. Your guide walks you through the Basilica of the Holy Blood, the Bell Tower, the Church of Our Lady, and St. John's Hospital, covering the landmarks that defined Bruges from the Viking Age through the Middle Ages.
The day runs ten hours total, which means both cities' main sights fit inside the schedule without rushing between them. A boat trip on Bruges's narrow canals is available for around 15 euros, purchased on the day itself. The group travels by air-conditioned bus, and your guide provides commentary in your chosen language: English, Spanish, French, or bilingual Spanish-English during peak seasons. Belgian waffles and chocolate are available to buy along the way if you want to taste the local food without it being part of the package.
Is this one for you?Ten hours is long enough to see all the main sights in both cities without backtracking, but it leaves no time for lingering in museums or galleries. You're moving between landmarks on foot with the group. If you want to step inside the museums and art galleries that reflect Belgian culture, you'll need a separate trip focused on one city.
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Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish and French.
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (1 to 2 years).
What happens if it rains?
It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.
What is Gravensteen and why does the tour stop there?
Gravensteen is the fortress that once served as the residence of the Counts of Flanders in Ghent. The tour includes it because it stands as the city's most visible symbol of medieval power and is one of the landmarks that shaped Ghent's history.
Can I take a boat ride on the canals in Bruges?
Yes, a boat trip on Bruges's narrow canals is organized as part of the tour and costs around 15 euros, paid on the day. It is optional, so you can skip it if you prefer to stay on foot.
What happens during the lunch break in Bruges?
Lunch is not included in the tour, so you choose where and what to eat during the break. The guide will point out options in the city, and you have time to explore cafés and restaurants on your own.
Bruges and Ghent Day Tour from Brussels: UNESCO Cities in One Day
10h · EN · ES · FR
from € 105.56 per person
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