Top Bruges Attractions & Museums

Celebrate the life and art of master Surrealist Salvador Dalí with a ticket to the permanent exhibition at the Museum-Gallery Xpo in Bruges. This colorful, reimagined gallery space inside the medieval Bruges Belfry showcases the ‘Salvador Dalí: Marquis de Púbol’ exhibit, featuring a rotating collection of the artist’s original graphic work and sculptures.

Ensure a stress-free visit to Bruge's Historium by booking the most popular ticket in advance. With your Time Traveler ticket you can travel back to medieval Bruges, courtesy of virtual reality. Let yourself be swept up in a wonderful love story while walking through seven historical themed rooms and learn all about the Golden Age of Bruges.

Trace the delicious history of cocoa with a ticket to the Choco-Story Chocolate Museum in Bruges. From the ancient Aztecs and Mayans to gourmet European chocolatiers, discover how cocoa beans have been cultivated and enjoyed for centuries. See historic chocolate-making objects from around the world and learn the steps for transforming raw beans into creamy chocolate truffles, bars, and figurines. End your visit with a sweet sampling of fine Belgian chocolate.

Work up an appetite while learning the history behind Belgium’s favorite snack at the Frietmuseum, which celebrates the deliciousness of potato fries. Trace the journey of the potato from ancient Peru to restaurants and food stalls all over Belgium, and even sample some authentic fries in the medieval cellars of the beautiful Saaihalle building that houses the museum.

Discover the stories behind Belgium’s famous beermaking heritage at the Bruges Beer Experience. Learn about the monks who were early brewing innovators, how best to pair beer with food, and the cultural aspects of beer drinking in a fun and interactive setting. Conveniently located in the historic city center, the museum also offers a special non-beer exhibit just for kids, plus a bar with more than a dozen Belgian draught beers for the grown-ups.

Discover Bruges' famed cultural center, Concertgebouw on this self-guided tour. The guide introduces you to the Concertgebouw's hidden treasures and contemporary art collection and allows you to make your own music by using interactive sound installations. From the rooftop terrace you can enjoy views over Bruges's historic center all the way to the coast.

Experience a day in the life of a medieval apprentice at the Bruges Historium, an interactive museum designed to transport you back to 15th-century Belgium. History comes alive through multimedia and special effects as you walk through seven different themed rooms with an audio guide. Enhance your visit with an optional virtual reality experience or drinks in the Duvelorium bar overlooking Market Square.

Immerse yourself in the Bruges of 1435 with this Virtual Reality ticket for Bruges Historium. Prebook to save time, and visit the VR room before or after experiencing the Historium displays on Bruges during its Golden Age. Simply don your headset and explore virtual medieval Bruges—sailing into its port, and flying around Market Square and other sights to experience them as they were more than 500 years ago.

Looking for the ultimate guide to medieval Bruges? With Beyond Bruges you will get info about all the landmarks and monuments and travel back in time to the Middle Ages in 3D. Historical characters bring the history to life with a choice of 4 languages and stunning 3D models of medieval Bruges allow you to look around and experience history in 360°. It also includes a fun historical quiz game where you will go on a quest to save the Duke from the Black Death. What's more, by downloading Beyond Bruges you'll obtain a unique QR code to receive a cashback of 10% in more than 40 local bars and attractions on Bruges. You can use your earned currency to donate to charity or buy items such as a box of chocolates at an artisanal chocolate shop or a Belgian beer in a local brewery. The app includes a map that offers directions to all the landmarks and authentic local businesses in Bruges. Unlock Beyond Bruges and begin your exploration of medieval Bruges today, no matter where you are!