Secrets and Stories of Bruges Self Guided Walking Tour

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 6 more

Experience Bruges at your own pace with this self-guided walking tour through the city’s most iconic and quirky corners. Perfect for first-time visitors, 2 hour adventure covers 13 unforgettable stops, from towering belfries and romantic canals to hidden alleys and medieval hospitals. Along the way, hear curious tales of swan guardians, haunted houses and heroic donkeys. You’ll explore charming streets, historic churches, buzzing markets, and walk by beautiful canals—each brought to life with bite-sized storytelling through your phone. As you explore, you can pause to pick up chocolates or fries, take photos on picture-postcard perfect bridges, or grab a beer without missing a thing. No groups, no guides—just you and a city full of secrets and surprises.

What's Included

100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
Audio and written guide included
Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
1-year access on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
Any physical devices or headphones
Human tour guide at location

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Market Square

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End point
Lake of Love

The tour ends near Minnewater

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Market Square

    Discover Bruges’ bustling heart, framed by grand facades and centuries of civic drama.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Belfry of Bruges (Pass by)

    Gaze up at this iconic tower and hear tales of power, bells, and patriotic donkeys.

    Admission ticket free
  • Saint John’s Hospital (Pass by)

    Wander through one of Europe’s oldest hospitals and hear how barbers once doubled as surgeons.

    Admission ticket free
  • Gruuthusemuseum (Pass by)

    Peek into the lavish world of a medieval beer tycoon and his lasting legacy.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Stroll along Bruges’ most scenic waterway, perfect for swan-spotting and people-watching.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Basilica of the Holy Blood

    Discover how this Basilica is said to house a relic from Christ himself.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Lake of Love

    Relax by the water where legend and romance swirl beneath the willow trees.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Church of Our Lady

    Marvel at this towering church hiding a rare Michelangelo sculpture inside.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Pause for picture-perfect canal views and ghostly tales at this iconic corner.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Tourific

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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