Thanks to its enchanting squares, medieval buildings and cobweb of canals, Bruges is like something out of a fairytale. Unsurprisingly, it is Belgium's most popular tourist destination. This is a city in which you can get totally lost, yet always find your way back to the centre thanks to the Belfry, the old tower in the centre of the city. As you walk around its streets, crossing canal bridges and letting the sound of trotting horses drown out your chit-chat, you will feel like you have stepped back in time.
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Download GuideI wanted to go to Belgium to have beer and chocolate and I wasn't disappointed. Seems like every second store in Bruges is a tiny pub or a chocolaterie. And they all seem to be great!
Insider Tip:If you're lucky, you can buy Westvleteren 12 at Bier Tempel.
Almost everyone those I meet in Bruges are there because of the movie (In Bruges). This is a beautiful city. Historical places protected very well. But other than this there is not so much thing to see. But I'm happy to been there and see the city. But if you have very big expectations about this place you get disappointed.
Its a nice city to visit, good food, a lot of beers and chocolate to taste, really beautiful architecture. Didn't go to a lot of museums but there are a lot to know if you want and have time to. The winter may be cold but with some good clothes you are just fine and maybe can catch some snow if you're lucky!
Insider Tip:Rent a bike if it is possible, have a map with you 'couse there are no much of information in the streets and they language is impossible to understand hehe. Eat fries, chocolate, moules, try to drink as much beers as you can 'couse there are A LOT of them and they're really cheap.
Bruges is the most beautiful city I've ever visited. It's also full of the crankiest locals I've ever encountered. That said, the amount of tourists these people deal with on a yearly basis is astronomical so I can understand where their frustration lies but it really takes away from the experience of 'Bruges' when no one really wants you there.
Very quaint and beautiful place. Tourist infested so may have to queue up for popular attractions. Food is slightly pricy, do not get cheated!
Insider Tip:For young travellers, head over to the tourist information counter to get a 'use it' map specially for young travellers! has all the tips to good cheap food and fun night outs
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