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Private Tour – Bruges and Ghent our fairytale cities
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10 Hours 30 Minutes
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Offered in: German, Portuguese, English, French, Dutch, Spanish
Overview
Discovering Brussels and Belgian art cities independently is great, but private, customized tours add convenience, efficiency, and unique insights. Our standard itinerary is below, but as a private tour guest, you can request a personalized route to explore your preferred city highlights.
You will see Belgium’s most charming medieval cities in one day, both declared World Heritage by UNESCO.
In Ghent, you will discover St Bavo’s Cathedral, the City Hall, the typical Belfry and St Nicholas’ Church as well as the medieval harbor. We will show you the mighty fortress, former residence of the Counts of Flanders. In Bruges, we will start with the romantic Minnewater and visit the picturesque Beguinage. Your guide will explain the history of the city from the Viking Age to its downfall at the end of the Middle Ages. You will see all the highlights of Bruges. Optionally, you will have the opportunity to take a pleasant boat trip on the city’s narrow canals.
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Start time
09:00 AM
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Belfry and Cloth Hall (Belfort en Lakenhalle)
The 91-metre-tall belfry of Ghent is one of three medieval towers that overlook the old city centre of Ghent, Belgium, the other two belonging to Saint Bavo Cathedral and Saint Nicholas' Church.
• Admission Ticket Free
Graslei and Korenlei
A quay in the historic city center of Ghent, Belgium, located on the right bank of the Leie river.
• Admission Ticket Free
St. Bavo's Cathedral (Sint-Baafskathedraal)
The Saint Bavo Cathedral an 89-meter-tall Gothic cathedral in Ghent, Belgium. It is the seat of the diocese of Ghent, is named for Saint Bavo of Ghent, and contains the well-known Ghent Altarpiece.
• Admission Ticket Free
Gravensteen
The current castle dates to 1180 and was the residence of the Counts of Flanders until 1353. It was subsequently re-purposed as a court, prison, mint, and even as a cotton factory.
• Admission Ticket Free
Saint Nicholas Church
St. Nicholas' Church is one of the oldest and most prominent landmarks in Ghent, Belgium. Begun in the early 13th century as a replacement for an earlier Romanesque church.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Basilica of the Holy Blood
The Basilica of the Holy Blood is a Roman Catholic basilica in Bruges, Belgium. The church houses a venerated relic of the Holy Blood allegedly collected by Joseph of Arimathea and brought from the Holy Land by Thierry of Alsace.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk
The Church of Our Lady in Bruges, Belgium, dates mainly from the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries. Its tower, at 115.6 metres in height, remains the tallest structure in the city and the second tallest brickwork tower in the world.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Stadhuis
The Bruges City Hall is one of the oldest city halls in the entire Netherlands region. It is located in Burg Square, the area of the former fortified castle in the centre of Bruges.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Minnewater Lake
The famous area is called the "Lake of Love" and" Lovers bridge" . It’s a romantic place to be with someone you love! An amazing location within the confines of the city.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Burg Square
The Burg Square is the political center of Bruges. It is a lovely place where architecture lovers can enjoy the amazing mix of beautiful buildings.
20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde
The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaerde is the only preserved beguinage in the Belgian city of Bruges. There are no more Beguines living there, but since 1927 it functions as a convent for Benedictines, founded by canon Hoornaert.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Historic Centre of Brugge
There will be time for an optional but unforgettable canal tour.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Access to the Mystic Lamb at St Bavo's Cathedral is not possible on Sundays
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Operated by Brussels City Tours - Keolis Travel
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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