Bruges and Ghent Day Trip from Brussels
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Brussels, Belgium
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
UNESCO–listed Bruges and Ghent make ideal day trips from Brussels, but organizing transportation independently can be time-consuming. On this tour, begin with pickup in central Brussels and visit both cities in one day with ease. During guided walking tours, discover top attractions including Minnewater, Saint Bavo Cathedral, and Walplein Square, and gain insight into the history and heritage of two of Belgium’s most beautiful and ancient cities.
- Visit both UNESCO–listed Bruges and Ghent with ease in one day
- Explore top attractions like Saint Bavo Cathedral and Walplein Square
- Your guide shares the city’s rich history and heritage
- Hassle-free round-trip transport from central Brussels
What's Included
- Professional English-speaking guide
- City tips
- Round-trip with A/C
- Guided walking tour in Bruges
- Guided walking tour in Ghent
- Food and drinks
- Headphones
- Bruges has a tourist regulation and sometimes the service is provided using radios with headphones.
- Customers can use their headphones, if they don't have them, we offer headphones for only €1
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Carrefour de l'EuropeCarr de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
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
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.8:30 am
Itinerary
1
Bargeplein (Katelijnparking)
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Minnewater
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Begijnhof
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Chocolalino
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Walplein
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Stoofstraat
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Mariastraat 23 (Pass By)
7
Saint John’s Hospital
8 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
Onze-Lieve-Vrouwekerk
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Gruuthusemuseum
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Boniface Bridge
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
11
Quai du Rosaire / Rozenhoedkaai
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
12
Huidenvettersplein
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
13
Burg Square
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
14
The Markt
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
15
Bruges
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
16
Bargeplein (Katelijnparking)
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
17
Ghent
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
18
Ghent Town Hall (Stadhuis)
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
19
Het Belfort van Gent
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
20
St. Bavo's Cathedral
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
21
Esglesia de Sant Nicolau
3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
22
Masons' Guild Hall
2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
23
Korenmarkt
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
24
Saint Michael's Bridge
7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
25
Graslei and Korenlei
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
26
OOOST
7 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
27
Kleine Vismarkt
3 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
28
St. Veerleplein
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
29
Ghent
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- You will receive the confirmation at time of booking
- Our guides have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 2.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group.
- No meals are included but your guide will be happy to point you some great food spots :)
- Belgian regulations require the use of radio-guides on some occasions; you can use your own, 3.5 mm jack and not wireless, or buy disposable ones for 1€.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Children under 2 years old must travel in a car seat on the bus. Please make sure to bring their appropriate seat
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 45 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Jimmy_L
The day started from a motorcoach and it was a big group. Fortunately we were broken up into 3 different groups since there was a rule about how many a guide can take into Bruges. Ghent and Bruges had some beautiful and impressive historical churches and buildings. Bruges had everything, canals, a castle and tons of history. Julian did an exceptional job in Bruges for our group. He spoke clearly and was enthusiastic about explaining everything. You can tell he loves his job! Had waffles there and it was fluffy and light and the best I have ever tasted. Will definitely visit again.
Reviews
4.3
based on 814 reviews
Phil_C, Apr 2026
Pretty amateur setup. I didn’t end up finding the bus and missed the tour by minutes. I offered to get myself on the train to pick up with the tour group in Gent or Brugges. The operator did not permit this and I did not get a refund! I would give this tour a miss!
Chris_C, Apr 2026
We loved Bruges and could have spent more time there. Virginia the tour guide was very knowledgeable about the area and open to questions. Ghent was nice but we preferred Bruges. Thanks!
Lynn_M, Apr 2026
The guide was so hard to understand. She was nice but her accent was so thick she was hard to understand, and she appeared that she was reading from a script. Very monotone. I would just take my earpiece out from time to time because it was so irritating.
Also, just charge an additional euro for the earpiece in the price of the tour. That seemed so cheap to collect the euro. My wife was given a Vox without the battery closure, so the battery kept falling out.
Maximilian_Y, Apr 2026
We had an amazing experience, everything was well organized, and the itinerary was perfectly paced so we could enjoy both cities without feeling rushed.
A special shoutout to our tour guide, Sabrina—she truly made the trip exceptional. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and had a great sense of humor. Her insights into the history and culture of both Bruges and Ghent made the experience so much more meaningful. She also gave excellent recommendations for food, local spots, and photo opportunities.
Both cities were absolutely beautiful, and the whole day ran smoothly from start to finish. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Belgium, especially if you’re lucky enough to have Sabrina as your guide!
Marta_R, Apr 2026
The tour guides were knowledgeable, pleasant and organized. Be prepared to walk. I feel that adding a total of 2 more hours to the trip will be an excellent improvement to the tour. The long walks to the meeting places takes away time from enjoying and admiring these two beautiful cities. In conclusion I highly recommend.
Marilyn_D, Apr 2026
Wonderful! We had ample time to explore I. Our own and get a bite to eat. Angie was also terrific guide and kept everyone happy and safe! Shout out to our bus driver as well for keeping everyone safe and back to Brussels on time.
Venus_S, Apr 2026
Typical big bus, big group trip. Nice locations. Guides friendly. Long day from Brussels. Vendor needs to upgrade headset/transmitters. They were grossly old and not very sanitary.
Anna_P, Apr 2026
We really appreciated the 2 hours of free time in Bruges, to shop, and explore. The market sells wonderful food to take away, ready to eat.
Crystal_N, Apr 2026
Blanca and Antonio were great guides through the beautiful cities of Bruges and Ghent. Blanca walked us through Bruges and ensured she gave us many recommendations of places to eat and to buy authentic Belgium cuisine from. She also ensured we had true Bruges chocolate to enjoy.
The tour we received from Antonio through Ghent was fun and exciting. He ensured to tell us random facts that made the tour more interesting and gave us all a little laugh. He was open to questions and gave us multiple suggestions for authentic Belgium experiences in Ghent. He went above and beyond with giving us information on must sees in Brussels as well.
I would highly recommend this tour for anyone staying Belgium. The chocolate and views were amazing!
Linda_D, Apr 2026
We had a wonderful time. Our guides—Antonio and Angie—were excellent. We absolutely loved Bruges. Such a magical city.
Chandima_W, Apr 2026
It was well organized , at least the bus trip. The rest of the walking tour was rushed. Some people were ignored, the guides didn’t check whether all were there. Didn’t have enough time to discover the town on our own. But convenient just to cover two towns in one day. I’ll not do it again. I’ll rather take the train and spend time on my own without getting rushed.
Ragini_M, Apr 2026
Antonio (Junior) was our guide and he was super engaging. Really good experience. I would recommend this trip to everyone. Both Bruges and Ghent are very much doable in 1 trip
Rosie_C, Apr 2026
Excellent day with lots of walking but great experience to see Bruge and Ghant. Our guide Antonio, was excellent and explained so much!
SAGARDEEPMAHAPATRA, Apr 2026
Cities were beautiful. But the meeting point was far from the bus stop and the tour guides were pretty fast , difficult for folks who have small kids on strollers to match the speed. Would have been better if the meeting point after visit would have been announced on the bus itself, so folks can explore the city on their own .
Jimmy_L, Apr 2026
The day started from a motorcoach and it was a big group. Fortunately we were broken up into 3 different groups since there was a rule about how many a guide can take into Bruges. Ghent and Bruges had some beautiful and impressive historical churches and buildings. Bruges had everything, canals, a castle and tons of history. Julian did an exceptional job in Bruges for our group. He spoke clearly and was enthusiastic about explaining everything. You can tell he loves his job! Had waffles there and it was fluffy and light and the best I have ever tasted. Will definitely visit again.
Cecile_L, Mar 2026
The driver was good, and Jorge was professional throughout the trip. Brugge is beautiful and very scenic, and Ghent is also a nice destination. However, traveling to Ghent can be quite challenging.
The main issue was the lack of clear communication regarding the walking distance from the parking area. This was a significant inconvenience and should be disclosed prior to booking so travelers can plan accordingly.
Overall, while the destinations are worthwhile, better transparency about logistics—especially walking distances—would improve the experience.
Rithika_T, Mar 2026
Victoria and team were timely,knowledgable and very professional
Well balanced time for the walking tour and time to explore yourself
Jeffery_K, Mar 2026
This was a great day trip to Brugge and Ghent. We took a big bus from the Central Train Station area to Brugge. The buses have to park far away from the city center so if you have mobility issues this is not the tour for you. In both cities the tour guide gave a guided tour and then allowed 1.5 hours to explore on your own. Make sure you pay attention to where you are since you have to find the meet up point after your free time. Both cities were great, especially Brugge. The tour guides Antonio and Diego did a great job.
Chris_V, Mar 2026
It was reality enjoyable actually. Ghent ave Bruges were beautiful and our bus was clean and very well maintained. Our tour guide (whose name I do not recall) was a charming Italian girl. She was very knowledgeable about the history of the region. I would have liked some sort of planned activity however on each town instead of just walking and looking at the sights.
Madison_S, Mar 2026
It was a beautiful experience! Very informative and good amount of free time in each city. The tour guides we had (Antonio and Jorge) were super kind as well!
JOSNA_J, Feb 2026
I had an absolutely fantastic experience with our guide, Peter, on our tour booked through Viator. From the very start, he was warm, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable. Peter brought every location to life with fascinating stories, local insights, and a great sense of humor, making the entire day both educational and fun. He was attentive to everyone in the group, paced the tour perfectly, and went above and beyond to ensure we were all comfortable and enjoying ourselves. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an engaging and memorable experience!
Alfred_S, Feb 2026
My wife and I are visiting Belgium for the first time and booked a tour to see Brudges and Ghent. We were paired with an excellent tour guide Peter who was patient and full of energy the whole day. It was a very cold day and yet he was able to hold the mic all day to teach us about the history and culture of Brudges and Ghent. I would definitely recommend this tour to many others whose visiting Brussels for the first time.
gar306, Feb 2026
Organized, on time and our guide, George, was very helpful and knowledgeable about the places we went to.
Theodora_V, Feb 2026
Our tour guide Blanca was excellent. She was knowledgeable, funny, caring and great with kids. She was undaunted by the snow storm in Ghent, carried on with the tour and even offered her umbrella to a couple that didn’t have one. Her passion and love for what she does definitely shows. We loved touring these beautiful places with her.
Wayne_B, Feb 2026
There’s a lot of walking so if not fit I wouldn’t recommend but very good knowledge off all the places we went too and learnt a lot
Victor_C, Feb 2026
Nice group of 28, not too big a group.
Bruges is everyone’s choice over Ghent if you choose both cities in a 1-day tour.
Bus had to park about 15 minutes away from your intended tour spots in both cities.
ThienPink_L, Feb 2026
The guide, Angie, was very acknowledgeable on her topics, with deliverance through her sweet, calm and charming personality. Would have been better if we could spend at least three hours personal free time at Brugge for proper sit down lunch, chocolate shopping and exploring the last half part of the town and especially the harbour. Ghent was great as well with site of interests more compact, the drop off and pick up point next to them made a big difference with the two and the half hours allocated including free time. Could have started the travel on time to gain at least half to one hour free time for Brugge. Overalls, still highly recommended travel package by this tour operator.
GIORGIA_C, Jan 2026
Amazing day, Antonio was absolutely great!
Very competent and funny, a pleasure listening to him.
Thank you also to Claudio for the bathroom stop!!!
Helena_C, Jan 2026
All the places were incredible, specially with Antonio telling us not only history but also fun and curious facts. Not even the rain made him lose his positive attitude. He also always tried to make sure to gives us lots of recs for all tastes.
Claudio, our driver was very pleasant and drove us safely for which I’m glad.
jrkatzman, Jan 2026
Fabulous tour! Our guide Blanca was extremely knowledgeable- we had 2 walking tours plus free time in both Bruges and Ghent. She is one of the most organized and outstanding tour guides - we had a wonderful day!
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